Benefits of AAC
- Due to the lightweight properties of AAC, it results in a reduced dead load on a structure, which means structural frames & foundations can be leaned up which results in substantial cost savings for clients.
- AAC is a solid wall when compared to dry walling and costs substantially less than high end dry walling systems.
- AAC covers more m2 in a single solid block laid compared to conventional masonry. Therefore AAC installation is 3 times faster than conventional masonry.
- Installation of services into AAC (Chasing) is quicker and neater due to the workable nature of AAC.
- AAC Blocks are extremely dimensionally accurate which allows for a large reduction in waste in masonry and allows a reduced thickness in rendering and increased productivity in finishing trades.
- Tiles can be applied directly onto the wall, therefore does not require a plaster coat prior to tiling.
- Skim coats can be applied directly to the wall without the need of a plaster coat, due to the dimensional accuracy of the AAC unit.
- The closed cell nature of AAC diffuses moisture extremely well, therefore reduces the energy consumption in a building and reduces maintenance costs due to mold.
- AAC is a non-combustible product and has a superior fire rating compared to any other building material.
- AAC is 7.5 times more thermally insulated than that of clay bricks and 12.5 times than that of concrete bricks.
- AAC is a green alternative product which reduces the embodied energy of a building.
- AAC is bonded together using a proprietary mortar called Thin Bed Mortar with joints being 3mm thick. This allows for less waste on site, early setting with high strength.
- Blocks can be cut into any shape or form on site using a hand saw.
