Arbolite blocks, reviews of which are very different, are products made of lightweight concrete. Their density is 1800 kg per cubic meter. This material is also called sawdust concrete, or wood concrete. It has a unique composition and special characteristics.
Positive and negative feedback about arbolite
Arbolite blocks, reviews of which you can read in this article, have positive and negative sides. These quality characteristics are important to know before purchasing material for building your home. Thus, consumers note that they choose wood concrete for its environmental friendliness, because it is based on woodworking materials. Quite often, these products are also chosen for the reason that they have good heat and sound insulation characteristics. Arbolite blocks, reviews of which can be very different, may be of high or low quality, in the first case, the products act as a low-combustible material.
Additional benefits
Among other things, private builders note that the described blocks are immune to decay processes, as well as the effects of various microorganisms. Professional builders choose this material also because it has a low weight, which facilitates construction work, because you do not have to spend an excessive amount of effort and time in order to build a wall from this material. Arbolite blocks, reviews of the owners of houses about which you can read below, are quite easy to process, as well as subsequent finishing.
Negative reviews about arbolite products
We can say that the disadvantages of wood concrete stem from its positive features. Thus, the material is 80-90 percent wood, which has improved thermal insulation characteristics, but it needs additional protection from exposure to excess moisture. This indicates that it will be necessary to lay a waterproofing layer on the surface of the foundation, which will protect the products from moisture coming from the concrete.
The need for protection
Among other things, a house made of wood concrete blocks, the reviews of the owners of which may be negative, suggests the need for careful protection of the facade from external influences such as snow or rain. The master must be aware that moisture will constantly affect the material, so the protection must be of the highest quality possible. This significantly raises the cost of construction work.
Scope of use of wood concrete
If you decide to start building a house from wood concrete blocks, you should definitely read the reviews. Thus, arbolite products are most often used in civil and industrial construction to strengthen walls, thermal insulation of buildings and other structures, and in the construction of load-bearing systems. At the same time, consumers use the positive qualities of the material, trying to exclude the negative ones in the form of the possibility of destruction of products from negative factors. If you use wood concrete, you can get benefits expressed in reducing the cost of building a house, lowering energy costs during operation, as well as optimizing financial costs. Among other things, the construction time of the building will be significantly reduced. The mass of the building will be reduced, and the quality of life will be improved by using environmentally friendly materials. All these qualities are highly valued by consumers.
If you decide to use wood concrete blocks, negative reviews are also worth considering. For example, if you need to build a house with a significant number of floors, you will have to use a different building material, and not wood concrete, since it is intended for low-rise construction.
However, in terms of economic and technical characteristics, such buildings are able to compete with buildings made of other materials. For example, if you build a house out of bricks, the process will be lengthy and also expensive, as opposed to the arbolite structure. Houses made of wood concrete blocks are warm, which is appreciated by a modern private developer. Arbolit is not at all afraid of loads: if allowed values will be exceeded under the influence external factors, then the material will not be covered with cracks by type, like foam blocks and bricks, while the products will simply shrink evenly.
Features of construction from wood concrete blocks
Arbolite blocks, reviews of which are quite often only positive, can be selected depending on the goals. So, if it is supposed to build outer wall, then the products must have dimensions of 300 x 250 x 500 millimeters. For the construction of one cubic meter, 27 units of material will be needed. For construction internal partitions products with dimensions of 200 x 250 x 500 millimeters should be used. There are 40 units in one cubic meter. These dimensions, according to the builders, are very convenient to use. They can be used in both industrial and civil construction. It is possible to use blocks for curtain walls. If the building will have a height that does not exceed 7 meters, then it is possible to use wood concrete for the construction of external and internal self bearing walls. Bearing walls made of this material, as provided for by the rules for buildings, may have a height not exceeding two floors.
Additional disadvantages of wood concrete blocks
If you decide to use wood concrete blocks, negative reviews should definitely be considered. Among them, one can single out the fact that the material cannot be used in structures whose operating conditions differ increased level humidity. This indicator should be normal or characterized as dry. The proportion of moisture in indoor air should not be more than 60 percent without the use of a vapor barrier. If the humidity exceeds 60 percent, then the blocks must be covered vapor barrier layer. It is unacceptable to use such blocks in the construction of plinths and cornices of buildings, as well as walls basements. Separately, this material can be used for the manufacture of heat-insulating and noise-absorbing structures.
Features of laying the walls of the house from wood concrete blocks
You will do correct solution if you decide to use wood concrete blocks during construction. The reviews are negative, the photos of the erected buildings should be studied by you in advance. This also applies to the technology of work on the construction of walls. The laying of products is carried out on a conventional mortar made of sand and cement. In order to prevent the occurrence of cold bridges, which are places with high thermal conductivity, perlite must be added to the composition. Polyethylene foam is used to eliminate bridges. With it, you can eliminate the air gap. The laying of products is carried out using strips of polyethylene, which are covered in the middle of the wall so that the mixture is located on both sides of them. The seams should have a width of 10-15 millimeters.
Building a house is a very important undertaking. Its effectiveness directly depends on the availability of high-quality materials and the exact observance of the building construction technology. When choosing materials, preference is given to those with which you can build a durable and comfortable home. One of these materials is wood concrete (it is also called wood concrete).
In most cases, the construction of houses from wood concrete is appropriate for the construction of buildings that do not exceed 3 floors in height. From this material, you can equip internal walls and partitions, as well as build garages and various outbuildings.
Arbolit consists of 3 main components:
- organic filler;
- Portland cement;
- modifying additives.
The organic filler is the waste of woodworking enterprises:
- sawdust;
- shavings;
- wood chips
Modifying additives are designed to improve specifications wood concrete. They can be represented by various compositions:
- improving bactericidal qualities;
- accelerating the process of setting the material;
- regulating the porosity of wood concrete, etc.
Often, liquid glass and ash are used to make building material. By the way, this technology is patented.
The production of wood concrete can be carried out both in the form of blocks and in the form of panels. Block material is used to build the walls of the building. Standard size building block external walls is 0.3 * 0.2 * 0.5 m, internal walls and partitions - 0.2 * 0.2 * 0.5 m.
The thickness of the panels is 20-28 cm, length - 2.3 m, width - 1.2 m. The main purpose of the panels is thermal insulation of the exterior elements of the house from wood concrete.
Characteristics of wood concrete
In the manufacture of the material, the waste from wood processing enterprises is actually utilized. And the built house from wood concrete (pictured) is lightweight, which leads to:
- reducing the complexity of the building construction process;
- reducing the cost of using special equipment;
- simplification of installation work.
Walls made of wood concrete are less susceptible to deformation processes during the shrinkage of the house. For this reason, such structures will not be covered with cracks and other damage.
Arbolit has the following main characteristics:
- low thermal conductivity;
- increased frost resistance;
- excellent fire resistance;
- excellent adhesion;
- resistance to high temperatures;
- strength and durability;
- absolute environmental friendliness;
- small cost.
Due to the low thermal conductivity, a house made of monolithic wood concrete is characterized by excellent retention warm air inside the rooms winter time, and in the summer it does not allow excessive penetration of heat into the room.
Arbolite adheres to any facing material. This will not create any special problems when carrying out external and internal finishing works. Any material will be easily attached to wood concrete. And without the use of reinforcing mesh.
Wood concrete blocks or panels are easy to cut and drill. They can also be split. Thanks to these properties, the material can be quickly adjusted to size. Wood concrete can be both screwed and nailed.
Considering the projects of houses from wood concrete, one should take into account the fact that the material has a porous structure. This greatly enhances soundproofing properties premises. Due to the difference in the density of cement and wood, which are the main components of wood concrete, there is a natural suppression of sound waves.
In addition, the presence of a porous structure of the material leads to excellent air exchange and maintenance optimal humidity. That will contribute to the creation of the most comfortable microclimate in the house.
The most attractive qualities of wood concrete are increased strength and long service life. Wood concrete blocks can withstand maximum loads. When the load is increased, the material bends, after which it again takes its original shape.
Due to the presence of additives in wood concrete and a dense cement coating, the appearance of mold and fungal deposits is prevented. This explains the long service life of the material, which reaches 35-40 years.
Among the disadvantages of wood concrete, it is necessary to note the low moisture resistance. For this reason, it is not recommended to build baths, saunas, pools and other premises from the material, characterized by high humidity.
The nuances of self-production of material
Of course, ready-made wood concrete blocks can be purchased for building a house. But there is more economical option. It provides for their manufacture at home.
Preparatory stage
At the initial stage, the preparation of the filler is carried out. Sawdust or wood shavings are usually used. The main requirement for the material is a minimum size of 4 * 5 * 0.5 cm. This is explained by the fact that the tree is too quickly saturated with moisture. And if the filler is smaller, then when mixed with cement, it will lose its qualities.
- within 3-4 months, wood processing waste lies in the open air;
- after this time, they are treated with lime mortar (2.5 kg / 150 l of water);
- for 3 days the chips are mixed;
- mortar must be absorbed and dried.
As additives to the arbolite mixture can be used:
- slaked lime;
- aluminum sulfide;
- aluminum chloride or calcium chloride.
Making a mold
After preparing the chips, it is necessary to make molds with which arbolite blocks will be obtained. If you need blocks to build a house different size, then you have to make several forms.
The form represents a bottom and 4 lateral walls. Usually as the main load-bearing structure are used wooden planks which are sheathed with plywood or sheet metal. The second option is more preferable, since it will be easier to remove finished blocks from the sheet.
Linoleum can also be attached to the bottom of the form. It does not need to be sprinkled with water at all. But linoleum will have to be changed periodically, as it wears out quickly. To facilitate the work with the forms, they can be equipped with handles.
Preparing the mixture
For the manufacture of 1 m³ of arbolite solution, we need:
- 250-300 kg chips;
- 250-300 kg of Portland cement;
- 10-35 kg of chemical additives;
- 400 liters of water.
The process of manufacturing blocks from wood concrete includes the following steps:
- shavings and additives are poured into a concrete mixer;
- the mixture is covered with water and stirred;
- Portland cement and water are added;
- the solution is thoroughly mixed again;
- molds are treated with lime;
- the solution is placed and compacted in them.
The solution is placed in the form in such a way that 2-3 cm remain to its edge. The arbolite is covered from above plaster mixture and leveled with a spatula. During the day, the block is maintained. Then it is removed and placed under a canopy. After 2-3 weeks, you can build a building from the blocks made.
For the manufacture of arbolite thermal insulation boards you can use ordinary reeds, which are mixed with lime and aluminum sulfate. To make a solution, wood concrete with a density of 700 kg / m³ will have to be used up:
- 350 kg of cement;
- 200 kg of dry reeds;
- 8-40 kg of additives;
- 400-430 liters of water.
Foundation device for wood concrete house
Before you build a house from wood concrete with your own hands, you should create a reliable foundation. It should be mentioned right away that wood concrete is a material with low weight and high fracture strength. Therefore, there are no special requirements for the type of foundation. In any case, the arbolite walls will not crack over time.
The best solution for an arbolite house would be to fill a shallow strip foundation. Digging a foundation to a depth that exceeds the freezing level of the soil does not make sense.
The trench is filled with sand and gravel. The thickness of each layer is 10 cm. A reinforcing cage is mounted on a sand and gravel pillow, which will make the base more durable. Formwork is made from boards. Then the concrete solution is poured.
A mandatory requirement when creating a foundation is its high-quality waterproofing. As noted above, wood concrete is afraid of moisture. You can solve this problem in one of two ways:
- The height of the foundation should be 0.5-0.7 m above the ground.
- At a similar height, bricks are laid, which serves as the basis for wood concrete blocks.
Home construction
The technology for mounting blocks of wood concrete is practically no different from brick or cinder block masonry. The process starts from the corners, after which the walls are erected. For laying wood concrete, lime mortar diluted with a small amount of cement or a special perlite mixture is used.
Wood concrete walls
For the implementation of high-quality masonry walls, you need to consider the following nuances:
- so that the wood concrete does not absorb moisture from the solution, the blocks must be abundantly moistened before laying;
- obligatory use of a protective moisture-resistant layer before the external finishing of the walls with a finishing coating;
- lack of cold bridges that lead to heat loss (they can be removed by breaking the mortar joint with wooden planks);
- in the construction of buildings that differ custom design, blocks of complex shape are used;
- to cut wood concrete, you should use a stone-cutting saw or a regular hacksaw.
When laying the first row, the widest blocks are used. largest side wood concrete is placed at the base. The thickness of the seam should be within 1 cm.
If you need to lay a pipe through the block, then proceed as follows:
- a form is made;
- a pipe is inserted into it;
- the solution is poured;
- the form is disassembled;
- it turns out a block with a hole for the pipe.
If construction is underway two-story house, then when installing the floor, you need to create a rectangular structure that will be similar to a strip foundation.
Arbolite blocks are being installed along the perimeter of the house on the outside. They act as an external formwork. Inner side enhanced by a regular board. Reinforcement is being fixed and concrete mortar is being poured.
A complete ring is created from the reinforcement, which is a frame element for interfloor overlap. In fact, this ring acts as the basis for concrete slabs.
External insulation of the slabs occurs with the help of wood-concrete blocks. All joints are carefully sealed with masonry mortar. Minimum Thickness blocks for insulation of plates is 15 cm. If there are protrusions (bay windows), the plates are cut off.
roof construction
The main task in the construction of the roof is correct distribution loads. To solve it, you can use one of two options:
- device concrete screed, which is reinforced along the top layer of wood concrete;
- styling wooden beam over the blocks.
The second option is more common. Beams (10 * 20 cm) are treated with an antiseptic and stacked in increments of 0.6 m. To create the rafters, boards with a section of 20 * 5 cm are used. Waterproofing material is attached to the rafters.
For the device of the ridge, a bar measuring 5 * 5 cm is used, which is screwed to the rafters. To create a crate, you should use a board 15 * 3.5 cm. The step of its fastening is 25-30 cm. The board is covered with OSB sheets. As roofing material one of the varieties of modern tiles can act.
Wood concrete finishing
Wood concrete blocks have a rough surface. This ensures excellent adhesion to any finishing material without preparatory work.
There are many options for the exterior of the wood concrete house:
- siding;
- brick;
- lining;
- block house;
- ventilated facade;
- acrylic urethane facade paint.
The only mandatory requirement is exterior finish should be made with a material that will protect the wood concrete from moisture. The same goes for interior decoration premises. You can use any materials, but the humidity in the rooms should not exceed 75%.
Video about building a house from wood concrete
Consumption ecology. Manor: Arbolite has been used in the construction of both residential and commercial buildings since the 60s of the last century. Despite its wide popularity, it has both advantages and disadvantages. We want to tell you about the pros and cons of wood concrete, as well as what this building material is.
Wood concrete has been used in the construction of buildings for both residential and commercial purposes since the 60s of the last century. Despite its wide popularity, it has both advantages and disadvantages. We want to tell you about the pros and cons of wood concrete, as well as what this building material is.
Arbolit came to the domestic construction market back in the days of the USSR, in the 60s of the last century. Even then it was widely used in the construction of canteens, industrial buildings. However, in the construction of private houses, the material was rarely used, preferring it natural wood, brick and prefabricated concrete structures. Currently, wood concrete is gaining more and more popularity in the construction of buildings for various purposes.
Let us consider in more detail what kind of material it is, as well as the pros and cons of buildings made of wood concrete blocks.
What is arbolite
The name itself comes from the French word arbre, which means "tree". It is also called "wood concrete" and is made from 3 main components:
- Filler in the form of crushed rice straw, flax fire, cotton stalks, needles, bark, but most often - wood chips (spruce, pine, beech), up to 25 cm in length and 1 cm in width.
- The binder is cement grade not less than M300.
- Stabilizers that regulate improved adhesion of components, as well as the degree of hardening of the material, its plasticity - additives of chemical origin, mainly aluminum sulfate, calcium chloride and nitrate, as well as liquid glass etc.
The quality of the material obtained is regulated by the established GOST or TU standards.
Types of wood concrete
Wood concrete is produced in 2 main types:
- Heat-insulating - used as a partition wall, as well as a heat insulator, with a density of 400-500 kg / m3.
- Structural - designed for the construction of load-bearing surfaces, with a density of 500–850 kg / m3.
There are also 2 forms of material:
- Blocks - this option is very convenient in the rapid construction of walls. Blocks can be conventional for building straight walls, and with a U-shaped cut when it is required to create window or door lintels.
- Monolithic - a cheaper version of wood concrete, which has a lower strength than block, since in the first version the products go into dressing in the structure. To increase the strength, the monolith is made with a layer of heavy concrete.
Application
Arbolit is intended for:
- The erection of load-bearing walls of low-rise residential buildings.
- Construction of non-residential premises for economic purposes.
- Thermal insulation of existing building walls.
Cons and pros of wood concrete
Any building material has its own advantages and disadvantages. The same applies to arbolite.
The pluses include:
- The lightness of the products self-assembly without the use of special equipment.
- High thermal insulation characteristics of the material intended for insulation. So its thermal conductivity is on average 0.08 W / (m ° C), which is better than any type of concrete or brick. For example, a arbolite wall 30 cm thick corresponds to 1.5 meter brickwork. At the same time, wood concrete is able to accumulate heat without succumbing to sudden temperature fluctuations. The thermal conductivity of structural wood concrete is slightly higher, and can reach 0.17 W/(m °C).
- Since the material has a woody structure, it could be assumed that it is combustible, however, wood concrete is classified as difficult to ignite, and, moreover, does not form a large amount of smoke. Its fire resistance is equal to - 0.75–1.5.
- High vapor permeability allows you to build baths and saunas from wood concrete.
- The material is resistant to tension, that is, it is prone to cracks and deformations when the foundation moves by only 0.4–0.5%.
- Wood concrete has the V group according to the classification of biostability, which means its resistance to rot, mold, and the lack of interest in it from rodents and woodworms without additional impregnation.
- Frost resistance is high - from F25 to F50 cycles, however, this figure is significantly reduced in combination with dampness if the wood concrete is not protected by an external insulator.
- The positive features also include ease of processing and, meanwhile, a good load-bearing strength - that is, it is easy to saw it if necessary, as well as to fix any structures on it.
- In addition, wood concrete has excellent sound absorption parameters.
The disadvantages of buildings from wood concrete include:
- High coefficient of water absorption - from 40 to 85%. Wood concrete, absorbing moisture, releases it during drying. But this applies to random or irregular cases. IN unheated premises with constantly high humidity, it is not recommended to use it, or it will have to be plastered with moisture-resistant mixtures and covered with appropriate insulators. In addition, the material saturated with moisture significantly reduces the frost resistance coefficient.
- Low strength parameters limit the use of wood concrete. Structural is suitable only for low-rise buildings with a low bearing load (that is, with a height of one floor, it will not work to combine it with heavy materials). Max Height wood concrete buildings should not exceed 3 floors.
- Many believe that arbolite at a cost refers to budget products. However, if you choose a material that meets all the parameters of GOST, then the prices for it exceed the cost of foam concrete. So, on average, a cube of arbolite for structural purposes costs about 4,000 rubles, and a foam block costs 2,500–3,000 rubles.
Thus, arbolite is excellent material, with a quantity outweighing the disadvantages positive traits, but only if all the necessary operating conditions are observed, as well as with the right choice of material. published
A house made of wood concrete is built quite often - many prefer this particular material. However, such a building has both advantages and disadvantages.
The article tells how to build a house from wood concrete and reviews about it.
More about arbolite
That is why experts are trying to improve building materials as much as possible in order to strengthen the house and make it more reliable.
Now the majority prefers wood concrete, and only a few build buildings from brick and concrete.
This is explained by the fact that the last two materials transmit sounds very well and retain heat worse. This is corrected, of course, but additional insulation waste time and money.
That is why many people advise building from wood concrete. This material was invented in the last century.
Arbolit consists of a base, which is made from wood chips, and cement is also included, which helps to hold it all together.
If you add some more substances to the material, the mixture will look like foam concrete or stone. Very often, mineral solutions are added to wood concrete, which strengthen it.
As a result, it turns out that due to the large amount of wood chips, the material does not let in third-party sounds, and this effect can be achieved even without additional finishing.
If plaster is still applied to the walls, then the sound insulation becomes better. In addition, the material retains heat very well and does not allow cold air to enter the room. In the warm season, the house will keep cool.
Wood concrete can last a very long time, which is another plus.
In addition, arbolite walls can withstand a very large load, so houses made of such material can be built with two or three floors.
The long service life of wood concrete is explained by the absence of substances in the composition that can provoke decay.
The building material is non-flammable. At the same time, wood concrete “breathes” well due to its porous texture and prevents the occurrence of moisture, so that the house will not be stuffy.
It should also be noted the low weight of the material, so you can not use expensive equipment and make a very strong foundation.
It should be noted that there is no possible subsidence of the structure. An example is a foam concrete wall, which weighs 3 times more than an arbolite structure of the same size. When compared with brick wall, then it is 8 times heavier than wood concrete.
In addition, almost anything can be done with the material - puttying, plastering, etc. This is possible due to the good adhesive qualities of the composition.
In addition, wood concrete is absolutely not capricious - it can be used to build houses on any soil. For example, in Antarctica, polar bases are built from this material.
However, arbolite also has its drawbacks. For example, block parameters cannot be measured exactly.
Because of this, it is necessary to significantly increase the thickness of the seams, which can lead to freezing of the masonry. There may be an overrun of materials, and the construction time is long.
More disadvantages of wood concrete lie in high cost styling, because for it you need to take a perlite solution, which will cost much more.
In addition, another disadvantage is the price of the material itself. As a rule, it is higher than that of foam concrete.
This is explained by the fact that wood concrete is made mainly by hand - there is very little automation at enterprises. Because of this, production volumes are small, which affects the price.
Despite the fact that the material can be combined with almost anything, it is advisable to choose finishing solutions that let air through.
In general, wood concrete houses have their pros and cons. But, despite this, the feedback from home owners is mostly positive.
Construction from monolithic wood concrete
Arbolit can be of two types - monolithic and in the form of blocks. The first option has some advantages, due to which it is chosen especially often.
Firstly, a house made of monolithic wood concrete is more durable - it does not react to soil shifting and will stand even during a small earthquake.
In addition, the construction of this type of house does not involve the use of seams, which improves the quality of thermal insulation.
Another plus is that the construction can be carried out at almost any time of the year, this will not affect the material and masonry in any way.
Reviews say that the construction of houses from monolithic wood concrete takes very little time, while the costs are very small.
It should also be noted that the shrinkage of the structure will occur gradually, which will prevent damage to the walls.
At the same time, the foundation of the house can be made using absolutely any formwork. Thanks to this, the building can be completed very quickly, and the housing will be warm.
In addition, it is much easier and faster to build such a house from wood concrete with your own hands. This is due to the lightness of the material.
However, monolithic house there are also disadvantages. For example, for construction, you need to use special equipment for pouring formwork.
If the formwork is fixed, then additional ventilation will have to be done. So the construction of houses from monolithic wood concrete must be approached very seriously, otherwise everything positive traits material will disappear.
Despite the disadvantages of the material, many build a monolithic wood concrete house. This is explained by the fact that the structure is strong and durable. In addition, it is environmentally friendly.
Before construction, it is necessary that projects of houses from wood concrete are ready. We need to decide whether ground floor- it depends on what foundation should be made.
It is necessary to purchase formwork and scaffolding - this is necessary tools during construction. Both removable and fixed formwork can be used.
You also need to take into account that you will have to take additional equipment for pouring concrete into the foundation for a house made of wood concrete.
If you plan to build a basement, then it must be made 50 cm above the blind area so that water does not get on the wood concrete. Experts recommend choosing a brick for the construction of the basement.
You also need to remember that the arbolite mass must be poured 30 cm into the formwork, and then leveled. After 4-5 days, the form for the foundation can be removed, if the structure is fixed, then you can simply continue construction.
For an arbolite house, it is better to make walls at least 60 cm thick. If the formwork is made of boards, then their thickness should be about 5 cm.
In general, building an arbolite house is not so difficult, you just need accuracy and care.
Block house from wood concrete
Building a house from wood concrete blocks can be carried out on absolutely any terrain.
This is explained by the fact that the blocks are very plastic, so if the base of the building begins to settle, the walls will not crack.
The foundation for a house made of wood concrete of this type may be the simplest. However, at the same time, the building should not have more than 2 floors.
Usually, wood concrete blocks are used for the construction of garages, baths, etc. The thickness of the walls of the blocks should be about 40 cm.
Usually, waterproofing material is folded between the walls and the base of the house.
Another advantage is that the blocks are quite cheap. However, the cost of construction will be influenced by the parameters of the house and the material for decoration.
The construction technology of this building material is not very complicated. First you need to remember that for the construction you should use a stone-cutting saw to adjust the parameters of the blocks.
As with any home, construction begins with laying the foundation. Experts advise to make a tape, slab or monolithic base for a block structure.
However, in some cases, the construction of a mixed foundation is permissible. Since arbolite blocks are light, it is possible to build a shallow type base.
Most often for construction choose slab foundation, because you can save a lot on it. It needs less cement, because most of the trenches are occupied by blocks. If such a base is chosen, then it must be made as high as possible.
Before construction, you should decide where the communication wires will pass. This should be reflected in the projects of houses from wood concrete blocks.
After the owner has decided on the wiring, you should proceed to the creation of the base. Most often, brick or concrete is chosen for it. In addition, you need to think about ventilation.
Above the final row of blocks, floor beams are laid.
Since wood concrete has some features, the structure almost does not shrink, so after construction is completed, it is possible to finish the house from wood concrete. For this, you can use any materials.
Usually, in the calculation program, you need to enter the parameters of the walls, the dimensions of the window and door openings.
As a result, you can get the required number of blocks that are needed for construction.
Block-type arbolite have their own characteristics. For example, laying should start from the corner of the structure. In addition, you need to make sure that the side with the hole at the block is located towards the bottom.
In general, the process of laying wood concrete blocks is similar to brickwork.
Most often, laying occurs using a solution of sand and cement. The ratio of cement to sand should be 1 to 2.
In some cases they take construction foam or special glue for aerated concrete blocks.
As a rule, the first option is more expensive, but also of higher quality - the grip will be stronger, you can save a lot of time.
Before laying out the blocks, a concrete core is installed, which passes through the voids of the material. Some also reinforce the masonry with mesh every two rows.
Building a house from wood concrete is not as difficult as it seems, you just need to make the right calculations.
Comparison of wood concrete with other materials
Some doubt whether it is worth building a house from wood concrete with their own hands. Currently, the choice of building materials is very rich - you can find something cheaper or more expensive.
But many people still try to consider everything possible options before you start building a house from wood concrete with your own hands.
For most, not only the strength of the material is important, but also its safety, composition and thermal insulation properties. In addition, it is necessary that the construction takes as little time as possible.
Most often, people choose between wood concrete and gas silicate blocks. When choosing, it should be borne in mind that concrete is included in the gas silicate blocks.
In addition, it is difficult to work with the material, it is necessary to strictly follow the laying technology. You also need to remember that the construction of gas silicate blocks differs from the construction of a house from wood concrete in that in the first case it is necessary to make brick lining.
This increases the weight of the entire structure, so you need to build a strong foundation, and this, in turn, leads to additional costs.
Many more choose between wood concrete and wood. The tree is known and understood by many, so it is often used.
In addition, it is environmentally friendly, creates a good indoor climate. However, wooden materials has its downsides.
Firstly, the construction time is significantly increased, and the structure is also easily ignited.
In addition, after the completion of the construction, you need to wait about a year until the built house sits down. We must not forget that wooden housing must be covered with antiseptics.
Before you say: “We are building a house from this material,” you need to carefully weigh all the pros and cons, study the construction technology.
It is necessary that the selected material suits all residents, suits the type of soil and climate.
Arbolit, also known as "wood concrete", is an ideal building material during the construction of low-rise buildings. Large, but light blocks in their composition have wood filler, thanks to which the house can “breathe”, and the microclimate normalizes in the premises. The cement component of this building material ensures its strength and durability. Thus, the construction of houses from wood concrete is a profitable offer in every sense: it saves time during installation, housing is safe for health and comfortable for life.
The technical characteristics of the material allow it to be used both in the construction of external walls and indoors as interior partitions. Building a house from wood concrete blocks attracts developers with such undeniable advantages of the material as ease of installation, ease of sawing blocks, no need for reinforcement, low thermal conductivity (0.07-0.17 W / (m2 * K) and sound permeability, good density (500- 800 kg/m3), high fire resistance, material resistance to mold spores and fungus.
When building a house from wood concrete blocks, it is worth considering the water absorption of this material - 45-80%. Therefore, waterproofing the walls of the object is required! As a rule, it is enough to simply plaster the blocks outside to provide protection from excess moisture. It is also necessary to take into account the ability of the material to regulate the air exchange inside the room, which means that the finishing material must also be able to "breathe".
Summarizing the above, we can say that the construction of turnkey wood concrete houses is a guaranteed receipt in as soon as possible a warm, dry, durable house made of environmentally friendly materials, with a constantly comfortable microclimate, resistant to fire and not subject to decay.