Bricks are one of the oldest and most widely used building materials, forming the backbone of walls, foundations, and structures. From traditional burnt clay bricks to modern alternatives like fly ash, concrete, and fire-resistant bricks, each type offers unique strengths, applications, and limitations. Here, we have listed a few types of bricks used in construction.
Breakdown on Types of Bricks, Uses, Pros & Cons
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Tanvi Lad – Senior Manager (Civil), SDCPL | B.E. in Civil Engineering
This article has been reviewed for technical, cost, and material accuracy by Tanvi Lad, Senior Manager (Civil) at Sthapati Designers & Consultants Pvt. Ltd. With a B.E. in Civil Engineering (2013), she leads the Estimation and Tendering Department at SDCPL and has extensive experience in design review, material specifications, project costing, estimation, tender preparation, tender evaluation, and detailed engineering for residential, commercial, and infrastructure projects. Her review ensures the content reflects appropriate material selection, accurate cost considerations, engineering feasibility, and industry-standard construction practices.
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