Let’s start with the question of what interlocking bricks are and why you should use them, and then move on to reviewing the costs of interlocking bricks.

• The purchase price per square meter of interlocking bricks is 30% to 50% cheaper than other materials.
• There is no need to use materials between the bricks; as a result, you will use less cement and water.
• Construction time is much shorter and labor costs are significantly reduced.
• You can buy bricks in your desired colors, and after installation, there will be no need for jointing and facade work.

Does this brick have sufficient strength and meet standards?

This brick is manufactured according to the American D1633 standard and shows very high resistance to earthquakes and fire (tested at 1000 degrees Celsius). Its thermal conductivity coefficient is also close to zero. According to laboratory results, each brick alone can withstand 7600 kilograms with a stress exceeding 30 MPa. This figure is much higher than other common building materials and significantly increases the structural integrity of buildings.

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Why do interlocking bricks have two holes and a tongue-and-groove model?

The tongue-and-groove model (male and female) on the top and bottom surfaces of the brick allows you to lay walls with better precision. Additionally, because the bricks lock into each other, it not only allows for dry stacking but also ensures that the wall is rising straight. After the work is finished, not only does it provide a beautiful and uniform surface, but it also shows excellent resistance to mechanical waves such as earthquakes. Therefore, it can be said that no matter how much the costs of interlocking bricks are, they are definitely worth it.

Other reasons for the presence of these two holes include creating sound and thermal insulation, allowing for water and electrical plumbing and other installations without the need to demolish the wall, and placing rebar both vertically and horizontally for constructing load-bearing walls and columns.

What is the final weight of interlocking bricks per square meter?

Interlocking bricks with dimensions of 25 cm by 12.5 cm and a height of 8 cm require 48 bricks weighing 3300 grams each. Since this type of wall construction is done dry and without any materials between the bricks, the total weight per square meter, including the adhesive, is about 160 kg. This is considering that wall construction with interlocking bricks is single-layered and does not require a double wall. Construction of a Wall with Standard Bricks (20×10×5 cm) Building a double-row wall with standard bricks (school bricks or ten-hole bricks) requires approximately 200 bricks, each weighing an average of1050 grams. Considering around 100 kg of intermediate materials, the total weight of the finished wall with traditional bricks is at least 310 kg or more.

Comparison of the Weight of 1 Square Meter of Common Brick and Traditional Block Wall Construction (Including Estimated Weight of Intermediate Materials)

The wall built with interlocking bricks

is lighter than the wall made with regular bricks.

Economic Viability of Using Interlocking Bricks

Based on the explanations provided in this article, we aim to conclude and explain why interlocking bricks are more economically advantageous compared to other types of bricks.

To begin with, we can highlight the reduction in construction costs. Due to their unique design and interlocking ability, interlocking bricks do not require mortar made of sand and cement, which is a significant benefit. Additionally, when using interlocking bricks, there is no need for cladding, as these bricks have a beautiful and distinctive pattern compared to other bricks.

Interlocking bricks and blocks do not require maintenance or repair over time because they are highly resistant to temperature, pressure, humidity, and pests.

Transportation of construction materials can be a significant factor when starting a construction project, but interlocking bricks have made this process easier as well. Due to their interlocking capability, these bricks are more compact in volume compared to other bricks, which significantly reduces transportation costs.

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