Clay

Hollow
Bricks
BY:
Vanisha.R
Tisya.Roy
Sanjana Raju
Sharanya
Vinay
 INDEX
Composition and Manufacture
Sizes available in the market and
their cost
Technical Properties
Methods of Construction
Composition and
Manufacture
 Composition

Water
Fly Ash
Clay Sand Combustibles (As Required)
(Optional,
(70–80%) (15–20%) (5–10%)
5–10%)
Primary material, Reduces shrinkage Improves Sawdust or rice Ensures the right
sourced locally and cracking during strength and husk ash for consistency for
from riverbeds, drying and firing. durability. lightweight blocks molding.
farms, or mines. Sourced from rivers Eco-friendly, and insulation. Usage adjusted based
Provides plasticity or quarries. sourced from Reduces overall on clay's moisture
and shape thermal power block weight. content.
retention. plants.
 Manufacture
1.Clay Preparation: 2. Molding:
Done manually or with Can be hand-molded or
machines, depending on machine-extruded for
the scale of production. enhanced precision.
3. Drying:
Sun-drying is energy-
efficient but
can be slow during 5. Quality Check:
monsoon season. Each piece is
4. Firing:
Utilizes clamp kilns inspected for cracks
in rural areas or and dimensions,
modern kilns in with rejects being
urban settings. recycled.
Sizes and prices
 Sizes of hollow brick

200mm x 100mm x 100mm

SIZES 400mm x 200mm x 200mm

AVAILABLE 300mm x 200mm x 200mm

IN THE 400mm x 150mm x 200mm

MARKET 400mm x 100mm x 200mm

390mm x 190mm x 190mm

 Size Price Range

Rs 83-Rs 100
PRICES OF
200 mm x 200 mm x 400 mm

HOLLOW 200 mm x 100 mm x 100 mm Rs 14-Rs 27

BRICKS IN 400 mm x 200 mm x 100 mm Rs 50-Rs 75

INDIA
Technical
Properties
 The perforations in hollow blocks trap air, which provides thermal
1.Thermal insulation insulation. This keeps buildings cooler in the summer and warmer in the
winter.

2. Heat conductivity They conduct heat at approximately 0.28-0.31 W/m-K.

3. Water absorption Hollow clay bricks can hold approximately 15% of their mass in water,
while clay bricks can hold roughly 20%.

The air-filled voids in hollow blocks contribute to sound insulation,

6. Sound Insulation
reducing noise transmission.
 A well-built house using hollow blocks can have a lifespan similar to that of
5. Life Span
traditional brick or concrete block construction, which can range from 50
to 100 years or more.

Have a density of 694 to 788 kg/m³, while clay bricks have a density of
6. Density 1700 to 1920 kg/m³.

7. Versatility They come in various shapes, sizes, and colors, making them suitable for
different architectural styles.

Hollow clay blocks are not very strong, making them suitable for non-
8. Strength
load-bearing walls.
9. Weather resistance They are designed to withstand various weather conditions.

Clay is a widely available mineral that is found on the Earth's

10. Availability
surface and is a major component of sedimentary rocks. Clay is
inexpensive, ecological, and hence easily available.

11. Ease of handling

The lightweight nature and uniform size of hollow cay blocks make
them easy to handle and install.

The blocks also have excellent bonding properties with mortar,

12. Bonding properties
ensuring a strong and stable wall structure
Methods of
construction
 Foundation Preparation: A stable and level foundation is
laid.
Block Placement: Hollow clay blocks are arranged in

Construction courses with mortar applied between layers for bonding.

Various bonds like English, Flemish and Stretcher bonds

Process can be used.

Finishing: After building the walls, surfaces can be
plastered or left exposed for aesthetic purposes. The
natural texture of the blocks allows strong adhesion with
plaster or stucco.
Uses,
advantages and
disadvantages
 USES
Walls and Used for building non-load-bearing walls.
Partitions Ideal for creating internal partitions in residential and commercial buildings.

Thermal Commonly used in walls where thermal insulation is a priority due to the air
Insulation trapped in their hollow spaces which acts as barrier to reduce heat transfer.

Acoustic Used in soundproofing applications due to their ability to reduce sound transmission.
Insulation

Ventilation Used in ventilated walls, louvers, and screens to allow airflow while
Structures maintaining privacy.

Facades Often used in decorative facades for their aesthetic and lightweight properties.

Eco-Friendly Favored in green building designs due to their sustainability.

Construction
 ADVANTAGES
Easier to handle and transport compared to solid blocks,
Lightweight reducing construction time and labor costs.

During production, they use less energy compared to other

Energy efficient building materials like concrete.

Durable and fire Resistant to fire and can last for decades without significant degradation.
resistant

Reduces material and structural costs due to its lightweight nature.

Cost-effective

Offers a natural, rustic look that enhances architectural beauty.

Aesthetic appeal
 Disadvantages

Lower load- Not suitable for high-load structures like multi-story buildings
bearing capacity without additional support.

Brittle nature Can break or crack during handling or installation if not handled carefully

Moisture More porous than concrete, making them susceptible to water

abbsorption absorption and dampness if not properly sealed.

Specialised Requires skilled labor for proper installation and alignment to

labour avoid cracks and gaps.

Not readily available in all regions, leading to transportation costs

Limited
if sourced from distant areas.
availability