Cottages of aerated concrete: foundation, masonry,

26-01-2018

Building

Each building material has its own unique features that create its characteristics and scope. However, some of them require special attention and a specific approach to avoid defects during installation and rapid wear during operation. That is why the projects of aerated concrete cottages are created taking into account all the characteristics of this material.

Amateur photo of the cottage construction with the use of aerated concrete blocks as the main material

Construction areas

First we need to say that the characteristic difference and a special approach is needed only in some areas of installation. Usually this is the base, insulation with finishing and styling. In other cases, the construction of cottages of aerated concrete is practically no different from the manufacture of houses using stone or brick.

Foundation

First of all, it should be noted that this material is usually used for the manufacture of houses on several floors. Therefore, it would be logical to create a strip foundation with a great depth.

It will also help form the basement or basement.

The use of blocks for the manufacture of building bases significantly speeds up the installation time

In the same way, as well as cottages from foam concrete, it is better not to mount products from this material on piles. However, some designers still use it, but at the same time create a solid and monolithic grillage.

Monolithic foundations are less practical, but have tremendous stability.

Some types of construction use aerated concrete to create basement structures and even the foundation itself. The strength of this material makes it possible to do this, but the finished product will need additional protection from moisture. This may require diamond drilling holes in concrete, to enter the communication systems.

Tip! It is not necessary to select the project of the foundation independently from standard solutions or material freely available. It should be a professional, taking into account the individual characteristics of the structure, terrain, climatic zones, etc.

In the manufacture of such structures, at the stage of laying the floor slabs, it is best to manufacture a reinforcing belt that would give increased strength

Masonry

In fact, the projects of houses and cottages of aerated concrete are very similar to products designed to work with brick or stone.

However, they have their characteristic differences associated with this material.

Reinforcement belt when using beams to create overlap

First of all, it is worth noting that all window and door receptions should be made of lintels, which are made by the company, as the aerated concrete block. So there will be no temperature differences that form cold places and the appearance of condensate.
Cutting reinforced concrete with diamond circles is not required during installation.. The fact is that the blocks come in several sizes and at the same time they are quite well amenable to sawing with saber tools with pointy tips.

The masonry is made in strict accordance with the project and the types of connections and bandaging specified in it, so that the internal premises of the required dimensions and a given configuration are obtained.

Some manufacturers of such products give them a special shape, which allows to increase the strength of concrete compounds.. Therefore, if the construction is done by hand, then at this point you need to pay attention.

Tip! Typically, ligation options for rows in masonry are displayed in the project. It also notes the complex elements of the joints and the formation of angles.

Warming

Usually, the installation manual ignores this item, since it is considered that aerated concrete holds heat well enough, or that any insulation can be used for it. Such an approach to this question is completely wrong, since it can lead not only to freezing in winter, but also the loss of certain qualities of this material.

The use of mineral insulation with subsequent casing on the crate

The fact is that the porous structure of such blocks is almost through and air can pass through it. At the same time, the price of such products is high precisely because of this, which is appreciated by professionals. Therefore, they insulate buildings made of aerated concrete with materials that also allow air to pass through, creating additional waterproofing.

Professional masters recently began to use liquid insulation. Such compounds not only retain heat inside, but also provide additional protection from moisture. At the same time, this material does not take space.

Tip! It is best to use mineral fiber panels and lathing for these tasks. The remaining options are either too expensive or less practical.

Warming из пенополистирола не всегда подходит для такого здания, но если в нем делать небольшие воздушные зазоры, то и оно сможет полностью удовлетворить потребности конструкции в правильном теплообмене

Conclusion

After reviewing the video in this article, you can examine in detail the process of making cottages from similar building materials. Also, taking into account the article proposed above, it is necessary to conclude that each specific structure should have its own project, designed specifically for it, taking into account all the necessary parameters.