Aerocrete are used not only for the construction of residential buildings, but also for the construction of the pair. Reviews of such constructions are quite controversial.
There are many positive and negative aspects, which can not be taken into account before construction. Of course, to understand all by yourself can be quite difficult, especially if you have no experience. Therefore, there were collected basic advantages and disadvantages bath of concrete blocks.
Features a bath of aerated concrete
Aerocrete produced by special technology. They are made of concrete, a dilute gas. The gas helps to achieve a porous texture in blocks, whereby heat is retained longer. This is a definite plus for the construction of the steam room.
However, working with this material can not be called easy. He does not tolerate moisture. Of course, the manufacturers will tell you otherwise, they will say that the material is durable, durable, etc. But considering that produce aerocrete began 30 years ago, talking about sufficient durability it is too early.
Another important point, which is, perhaps, works with any type of material - not everything, which is an advantage in the construction of residential houses, will be an advantage in the construction of the bath. Historically, the pair built of wood.
The advent of new materials and the sharp rise in prices for wood have done their job. People on a budget have to look for alternative and they find them in the aerated concrete blocks as well. When finishing quality is difficult to distinguish from such a bath of wood. However, the opinion of an experienced specialist and operational features will be issued once your little "secret".
Advantages of concrete blocks
In concrete blocks enough advantages, which for many are a decisive factor when choosing the material for the construction of:
- Low cost. Of course, compared with masonry or timber construction of this room will be released in 2-3 times cheaper. Insulation pair of gazoblokov only slightly inferior wooden structure, and a number of such units is 1.5 brickwork rows.
- The density and hardness comparable with wood and brick. Density aerocrete not inferior to the above mentioned materials, but is somewhat easier to work with them. Cut off a required piece of aerated concrete may be the most by any suitable tool.
- Environmentally friendly. Of course, the wood of environmental Gazoblok not surpass. However, this material is also considered environmentally friendly, because it consists of natural materials and do not emit toxic compounds when heated.
- Resistance to mechanical and chemical attack. Aerocrete not rot, are not deformed.
- Resistance to pests. Mice, insects, harmful microorganisms are not can not stand this stuff.
- speed of installation. Collect a wall of concrete blocks can be much faster than the same wall of wood or brick.
- Low weight. The porous structure makes the aerated concrete blocks with light enough, but because they do not require a massive foundation or a special technique to work.
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Disadvantages of concrete blocks
Against the background of the many advantages of this material is released and a lot of flaws that can not be discounted:
- Easily absorbs moisture. And yet for a long time to release it. Dry the bathhouse will be difficult because of such material. Installation of additional ventilation will affect the total area of the premises. If you replace the ventilation windows, you'll have to raise steam room and increase heat loss.
- The relative newness of the market. Mass production of concrete blocks (and their operation) has begun recently. So what about the durability of the structure of them can not speak yet.
- Low climate comfort. The walls of such blocks will not "breathe", due to which indoor climate will not be as comfortable as, for example, in the baths of the same wood or brick.
- The total construction will cheap, but will have to spend on finishing. Yes, the box itself doubles will cost you much cheaper than similar wood or brick, but you'll have to fork out for insulation, interior and exterior. And this is a significant cost.
- Fundam a bath needs a universal waterproofing. As has already been said that the material readily absorbs moisture, it is not surprising to such requirement.