At the moment, modern materials, such as arbolite blocks, are most often used in construction. They replaced the standard brick or natural stone - shell rock. Arbolit, the manufacturing technology of which can be varied, has excellent properties and certain technical characteristics.
What it is?
Arbolit is a modern building material. In the mid-20th century, he began to enjoy great popularity. A large role in this was played by its cost and block size. It can replace several bricks in parameters. All this makes it possible to save on the construction of the building.
This material is lightweight concrete. It does not create additional load on the foundation of the building. It is worth considering the moment that arbolite has a porous structure.
Tip: for such material to last a long period of time, it is necessary to quickly carry out its internal and external decoration.
What is part of arbolit?
In its principle of manufacture, the material is quite simple arbolit. Composition, manufacturing technology is based on the use of:
- Portland cement or sulphate cement;
- sawdust or shavings;
- chemical additives and special binders;
- liquids in a certain proportion;
- cellulose raw materials and mineral additives.
Varieties of materials from wood concrete
There are two building materials from wood concrete:
They have similar properties and characteristics. Differences are only in size and scope. For example, arbolite blocks can be used in the construction of buildings and structures. But there are certain nuances. Professionals do not recommend building a structure with a height of more than two floors from this material. This is due to the fact that the structure of the arbolite under the influence of its own weight can be deformed.
Arbolitovy plates can be used in warming of the building. They are mounted both inside the building and outside. They are an excellent insulating material with a rather small mass.
Advantages of arbolite blocks and their sizes
Arbolite material , manufacturing technology (GOST 19222-84) which implies not only compliance with a certain composition and structure of the building material, but also full compliance with the parameters specified in the legislative document, allows to speed up the construction time. The standard dimensions of arbolite blocks are 25x25x50 cm. Thanks to this, it is possible to erect buildings much faster.
Arbolite has certain characteristics:
- incombustible;
- practical to use;
- ecologicaly clean;
- durable
- lasting;
- does not change its structure under the influence of sunlight;
- freely maintains low and high temperatures.
It is also worth noting that, due to its structure, arbolite retains heat well inside the building, can perfectly take curved forms, and is easily cut.
Advantages of wood concrete slabs
Arbolite slabs have the same specifications and functionality as the blocks. Possible sizes:
- 100x150 cm;
- 100x125 cm;
- 50x100 cm.
There may be other parameters for the individual manufacture of the material.
Material Technology
How to make arbolite? Manufacturing technology may be different. It all depends on the conditions in which the material is produced. You can make arbolite:
Important: when making wood concrete yourself, it is worth remembering that there are certain proportions of all the raw materials used. They must be observed in order to achieve high strength building material.
Factory production of wood concrete
The manufacture of such building material is done only by professionals. Factory arbolit, manufacturing technology, the proportions of which differ in technical characteristics and parameters from homemade, will be several times better.
It is important not only in theory to know what arbolite is, the manufacturing technology and equipment for which are described in this article, but also to have practical knowledge in this area.
For the manufacture of wood concrete blocks or slabs you will need:
- shapes with specific sizes;
- properly prepared composition;
- vibrating table;
- drying chamber.
Also, special lubricants are used in the factory production, which help to remove blocks or plates from the molds without deformation. The drying time of the material depends on its composition and size.
Self-made material
The material is arbolite, the manufacturing technology of which with its own hands does not practically differ from the factory one, is quite popular. It’s just that some of the actions that are carried out automatically in mass production will need to be done at home by yourself.
Arbolite is quite simple to make on its own. DIY manufacturing technology of this building material involves the use of:
- forms;
- composition;
- concrete mixers;
- improvised tool.
Molds for wood concrete should be made of either sheet metal or wood.
Tip: it is best to make wooden forms at home that are less expensive and more practical.
Inside the form is upholstered with linoleum or a dense film. This will make it possible to make the parameters of the block or plate linear. A lubricant is applied over such materials.
The composition, which will be poured into molds, is made in a concrete mixer.
Tip: immediately pour all the ingredients of the solution into the mixing container. Lumps may form. It’s best to add everything gradually.
After a high-quality kneading of the solution, you can fill it into molds. Do this with a bucket or other container. You can evenly distribute the composition with a simple wooden stick. Such actions replace the work of the vibrating table. Then the forms with the solution are taken out into the street or in a special room, which is intended for drying the material. In good weather, the arbolite can dry in a few hours. And so the average period that helps the arbolite to “get stronger” is 24 hours.
Further, arbolite blocks or plates are pulled out from the mold by tapping. After that, they should lie down a bit to get used to the surrounding climate.
Tip: you can use this material, which was made independently, only after a few days.
General manufacturing recommendations
Since a material such as arbolite has a different manufacturing technology, you should immediately determine not only the parameters of the future material, but also its composition. In no case should you save on one or another ingredient. All this will only negatively affect the strength and performance.
You can also consult with a specialist in the manufacture of wood concrete. He can tell some nuances of production.