Introduction I'm planning to use AAC blocks for a residential construction project and want to understand their practical advantages and challenges compared to traditional red bricks. Benefits of AAC Blocks From my research, AAC blocks seem beneficial because they are lightweight, provide better thermal insulation, and may help reduce structural load. Concerns However, I've also heard concerns regarding cracking, water absorption, and fixing heavy wall-mounted items. Seeking Practical Experience Has anyone here used AAC blocks recently in site execution? I'd like to know about:
- Long-term durability
- Plastering performance
- Cost comparison
- Labor handling experience
- Maintenance issues if any I would appreciate practical site experience and recommendations.
I've worked with AAC blocks on a few projects and found them to be quite beneficial in terms of reducing labor costs and increasing construction speed. However, we did face some issues with water absorption, which affected the plastering work. Did you consider the additional cost of applying a water