SUSHANT SCHOOL OF ART AND ARCHITECTURE

BUILDING CONSTRUCTION

MARKET SURVEY

SUBMITTED BY :
ANKUSH SINLA
SUBMITTED TO:

AR. MANISH, AR. ASHISH, AR. PAYAL, AR. YASHIKA

B.ARCH (2B)

3RD SEMESTER
 MARKET SURVEY

BRICKS
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. 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.

Types of Bricks used in Masonry Construction

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

● First class bricks

● Second class bricks
● Third class bricks
 ● Fourth class bricks

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 contains 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. 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.

CEMENT BOARDS
Cement boards are mainly cement bonded particle boards and Fibre
cement.
Cement bonded particle boards have treated wood flakes as
reinforcement, whereas in cement fibre boards have cellulose fibre,
which is a plant extract as reinforcement. Cement acts as binder in both
the cases.
Advantages
As a tile backing board, cement board has better long-term performance
than paper-faced gypsum core products because it will not mildew or
physically break down in the continued presence of moisture or leaks.
Also cement board provides a stronger bond and support with tiles than
typical gypsum board. Cement board is not waterproof. It absorbs
moisture as well, but it has excellent drying properties. In areas
continually exposed to water spray (i.e., showers) a waterproofing
material is usually recommended behind the boards (i.e., plastic barrier)
or as a trowel-applied product to the face of the boards behind the finish
system (i.e., liquid membrane).

Disadvantages
One major disadvantage of cement board is the weight per square foot.
It is approximately twice that of gypsum board, making handling by one
person difficult. Cutting of cement board must also be done with
carbide-tipped tools and saw blades. Due to its hardness, pre-drilling of
fasteners is often recommended. Finally, cement board is initially more
expensive than water resistant gypsum board but may provide better
long term value.

Plywood
Plywood is a sheet material manufactured from thin layers or “
Plies “ of wood veneer that are glued together with adjacent
layers having their wood grains rotated up to 90 degrees to one
another. It is an engineered wood from the family of
manufactured boards which include medium–density fibre
board ( MDF) and particle board (chipboard)
Veneer:
Wood veneers are thin slices/sheets of quality wood such as
teak, which can be glued over the plywood surface to increase
its beauty and make it look richer. Most casual observers cannot
differentiate between a piece of solid teakwood furniture and
one that simply has a teak veneer on the outside. Veneers are
usually the costliest way of decorating plywood.

Some Major Uses of Plywood are:

● If strong material is required there is necessary to use it as

a high-quality layered wood material.
● Resistance to bending, breaking, splitting, and warping
makes it good for the construction and furniture industry.
● It is good for using outdoors.
● Since 1939 it has been used for shipping in space and
aviation.
● Low moisture plywood for the shipping industry.
● For curved shapes, it bends easily.
Plywood is majorly needed where one requires higher quality,
high-strength sheet material. It must resist cracking, breaking,
bending, warping and twisting.