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1. BLD 60104 CONSTRUCTION TECHNOLOGY 1
TUTORIAL 6
CLAY BRICKS
CHIA YUH FEI 0324019
LAI EUGENE 0324075
TAN SHEN SIN 0324602
THASIA 0329051

2. Clay Bricks
 Clay Brick are made from clay and shale
 Fired through a kiln at up to 2000 degrees

3. Suitability
 Suitable for external wall
Since bricks absorb water easily, therefore, it causes efflorescence when not
exposed to air

4. Advantages
 Aesthetic appeal
 Thermal and acoustic insulation
 Zero maintenance cost
 Fire resistance
 Economical

5. Disadvantages
 Threat to environment
 Outdated technology and quality testing facilities are not available at
manufacturing site
 Time consuming
 Rough surfaces of bricks may cause mold growth if not properly cleaned

6. Cost
 More expensive than concrete bricks