How much does brick weigh? Average brick weight

In Unites States and UK, the standard red brick of size 3-5/8” x 2-1/4” x 8” weighs about 4.5 pounds that’s equal to 2.04 kilogram or 2,041 grams. However, weight of bricks can vary from 4.3 pounds to as heavy as 5 pounds depending on the density of the brick.   Whether you’re looking to … Read more

Concrete Block Calculator – How many blocks you need?

While working on masonry projects, there’re number of times you need a Concrete block calculator to help you calculate concrete blocks needed to build a wall.   Whether you’re laying a new wall or are replacing a brick wall with a concrete block, this online calculator help you estimate the number of blocks required as … Read more

Crawl Space Foundation – Pros & Cons – Vs Slab foundation

Crawlspace foundations are a pretty common type of foundations for homes in America. Unlike slab or slab-at-grade foundations, it brings inherent benefits like protection from flooding. It offers flexibility during an earthquake or seismic activity.   At the same time, you can face problems with a crawlspace. If you won’t control the moisture penetration, you can … Read more

Setting of Cement – Initial & Final Setting time of cement

Understanding the concept of setting time of cement is important while handling concrete like transporting, placing, and compaction. Setting of cement is relevant to concepts like hydration process and hardening. In normal circumstances, when you are using concrete, you want it in a workable or flow-able condition for pouring in desired shape. That’s because it … Read more

17+ Aggregate – Types – Properties (Must know)

Whether you’re into a concrete project or want some material to fill under the foundation or floor, different types of aggregates are useful. All these types have different function and purpose so it is crucial to select a type that does along your project requirements. Aggregate is a broad term for fine to coarse fragments … Read more

Composite Rebar – Carbon Fiber Rebar (CFRP) Benefits & Costs

Though relatively new in the industry, the popularity of composite rebar is going through the roof in recent times. The searches are in top trends for composite rebar like GRP, CFRP, or carbon fiber rebar. Due to advanced technological innovations in manufacturing, more and more projects are replacing typical steel rebar with composite rebar. Because … Read more