2. CONCRETE BLOCK
A concrete block, called a cinder block or a concrete
masonry unit (CMU), is a rectangular block made from
concrete and aggregate materials. Generally, concrete
blocks are made with a mixture of Portland cement, water,
and aggregates such as sand, gravel, and crushed stone.
Unlike traditional cinder blocks made from burned materials
such as coal and limestone, concrete blocks are durable
and long-lasting.
Concrete blocks are ideal for making a variety of construction projects.
They are strong and versatile, making them great for retaining walls,
foundations, and other masonry works. Concrete blocks are also well-
suited for use as a building material in certain parts of the house, such
as interior walls and floors.
Concrete blocks are also fire-resistant, meaning they provide an extra
layer of safety and security to your home or business. Additionally,
concrete blocks can fit almost any design or shape. This provides
plenty of design flexibility when constructing walls and other masonry
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4. Solid concrete blocks, which are highly heavyweight and formed by
aggregate, are primarily utilized in construction projects. They’re sturdy and
give structures a lot of solidities. These solid blocks are ideal for large-scale
projects such as force-bearing walls. They’re compared to bricks that come in
big sizes. As a result, constructing concrete masonry takes less time than
brick masonry.
5. Hollow concrete blocks contains void area greater than 25% of
gross area. Solid area of hollow bricks should be more than
50%. The hollow part may be divided into several components
based on our requirement. They are manufactured from
lightweight aggregates. They are light weight blocks and easy
to install.Types of Hollow Concrete Blocks:
•Stretcher block
•Corner block
•Pillar block
•Jamb block
•Partition block
•Lintel block
•Frogged brick block
•Bull nose block
6. Differences:
•Secondary Composition Materials – One of the key differences between cinder blocks and
concrete blocks is the aggregates that manufacturers use in each block. Manufacturers use cinders
from burned coal or volcanic pumice in cinder blocks. In standard concrete blocks, manufacturers use
sand or gravel as the aggregate.
•Weight – Because of the nature of the aggregates, cinder blocks are lighter and less dense than
standard concrete blocks.
•Strength – Concrete blocks are stronger and more durable than cinder blocks, so concrete blocks
are suitable for load-bearing functions, but cinder blocks are not.
•Specific Use – Concrete blocks are denser and heavier than cinder blocks, so builders can use
them in more load-bearing applications.
•Thermal Insulation – The low density of cinder blocks makes them more efficient at heat insulation
than standard concrete blocks, though this poor insulation quality can be mitigated with the use of
different aggregates.
•Aesthetics – Concrete blocks offer more aesthetic options in terms of color, finish, and surface
patterns, so they are more versatile for decorative designs than cinder blocks.
