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Information Paper 16/11 Unfired clay masonry: An introduction to low-impact building materials
Publication Year
2011
Document Status
Current
Abstract
Unfired clay masonry is a low-impact building material, whose basic properties make it a relatively robust and fire-resistant, with the benefits of thermal mass and the capacity to moderate internal humidity levels. This paper provides a broad view of the benefits and limitations of non-loadbearing unfired clay brick or block for use in construction projects.
Author
Sutton, A., Black, D. and Walker, P.
ISBN
9781848062276
Publisher Information
BRE
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