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9 Bricks

The document discusses different types of bricks used in masonry construction including clay, concrete, fly ash, engineering and sand lime bricks. It describes the manufacturing process, properties and uses of each type of brick.

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LECTURE 9

MOSANORY
Bricks in Masonry Construction – Properties & Uses

 A brick is an important construction material which is generally available in


rectangular shape manufactured from clay. They are very popular from olden
days to modern days because of low cost and durability.
 Different types of bricks are used in masonry construction based on material
such as clay, concrete, lime, fly ash etc. Filed field identification of bricks for
their properties, uses and suitability for different construction works are
important.
Types of Bricks used in Masonry Construction

 Based on the manufacturing process, bricks are broadly classified into two types:
1. Sun-Dried or unburnt bricks
2. Burnt bricks
1. Sun-Dried or
Unburnt Clay Bricks

• Sun-dried or unburnt bricks are less durable


and these are used for temporary structures.
Unburnt bricks preparation involved in 3 steps
they are preparation of clay, molding and
drying.
• After molding, bricks are subjected to sunlight
and dried using heat from sun. So, they are not
that much strong and they also have less water
resistance and less fire resistance.
• These bricks are not suitable for permanent
structures.
2. Burnt Clay Bricks

• Burnt bricks are good quality bricks but however they also consist some defected
bricks. So, burnt bricks are classified into four types and they are
a. First class bricks
b. Second class bricks
c. Third class bricks
d. Fourth class bricks
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First Class Bricks

• First class bricks are good quality bricks compared to other classes. They are molded by table-molding and burnt in large kilns. So, these bricks contain standard
shape, sharp edges and smooth surfaces.
• They are more durable and having more strength. They can be used for permanent structures. However, because of their good properties they are costly than
other classes.
Second Class Bricks

•
Second class bricks are moderate quality bricks and they are molded by ground-molding process. These bricks are also burnt in kilns. But because of ground molding,
 

they do not have smooth surfaces as well as sharp edges.


• The shape of bricks also irregular due to unevenness in ground. These also will give best results in strength and durability. Smooth plastering is required on the brick
Structure.
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Third Class Bricks

Third class bricks are poor quality bricks which are generally used for temporary structures like unburnt bricks.
These are not suitable for rainy areas. They are ground-molded type bricks and burnt in clamps. The surface of this
type of bricks are rough and they have unfair edges.
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Fourth Class Bricks

Fourth class bricks are very poor-quality bricks and these are not used as bricks in the structure. They are crushed and
used as aggregates in the manufacturing of concrete. They are obtained by over burning, because of this they get
overheated and obtains brittle nature. So, they can break easily and not suitable for construction purpose.
3. Fly Ash Bricks

 Fly ash bricks are manufactured using fly ash and water. These bricks
have better properties than clay bricks and great resistant to freeze thaw
cycles. These bricks contain high concentration of calcium oxide which is used
in cement production, thus it is also called as self-cementing brick. Fly ash
bricks are lightweight and thus it reduces self-weight of structures.
 The advantages of fly ash bricks over clay bricks are that they have high fire
insulation, high strength, uniform sizes for better joints and plaster, lower
water penetration, does not require soaking before use in masonry
construction.
4. Concrete Bricks

 Concrete bricks are manufacturing using concrete with ingredients as cement,


sand, coarse aggregates and water. These bricks can be manufactured in sizes
as required.
 The advantages of using concrete bricks over clay bricks are that they can be
manufactured at construction site, reduces quantity of mortar required, can
be manufactured to provide different colors as pigmented during its
production.
 Concrete bricks are used for construction of masonry and framed
buildings, facades, fences, and provide an excellent aesthetic presence.
5. Engineering Bricks

 Engineering bricks have high compressive strength and are used special
applications where strength, frost resistance, acid resistance, low porosity is
required. These bricks are commonly used for basements where chemical or
water attacks are prevalent and for damp proof courses.
6. Sand Lime or Calcium Silicate Bricks

 Calcium silicate bricks are made of sand and lime and popularly known as
sand lime bricks. These bricks are used for several purposes in construction
industries such as ornamental works in buildings, masonry works etc.
THE END

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