Bricks Vs Blocks – Explained

In the recent past construction practises underwent a lot of changes. Many afraid it is for the worst. Contradicting to the popular belief the realty industry is traveling in the right direction. One of most noticed changes in construction practice is the migration between brick and blocks.

In the olden days the only material used for construction is clay bricks. However today the industry is migrating from brick to blocks for one or many reasons. Since Blocks the today and future it is good to learn the differences.

These day realtors use ‘any or combination’ of these materials for masonry wall.  

Bricks, Solid Blocks, AAC & Porotherm Blocks

To determine which one of the above materials is best. Lets factor in its (Compressive Strength, Weight & Fire resistance)

Factors
Bricks
Solid Blocks
AAC & Porotherm

Compressive strength

Fire Resistance 

Weight

1.8 to 2.5 N/mm Square 

1 to 2 hours Max 

3.5 Kgs to 4 kgs

5 to 7 N/mm Square

6 to 7 hours Max

10 to 36 Kgs Max