Almost throughout the entire territory of our country, serious temperature fluctuations are observed. In this regard, the frost resistance of bricks according to GOST should be quite high. Otherwise, it will begin to quickly lose its qualities.
Why is she so important
Frost resistance is the ability of a material to withstand alternating freezing and thawing without any consequences. It is measured in the number of cycles that the material can withstand. If there is weak frost resistance, the brick begins to collapse, which leads to fatal consequences.
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main reason destruction consists in the expansion of water, which fills the pores of the material, during thawing. As you know, water has a larger volume in frozen form than in liquid form. Therefore, destructive destruction of the structure occurs.
According to GOST 379-78, the decrease in the strength of a brick during testing of its frost resistance should be no more than 25%. A larger number of samples are characterized by approximately this indicator. Of course, there are more advanced analogues (the reduction may be less than 5%), but their price is much higher.
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On the modern market there are frost-resistant brick brands that can withstand more than 200 freezing and thawing cycles. This material has a very long service life. It is used, as a rule, to create a foundation, because it is this part of the building that is subject to the heaviest load.
What does it depend on?
Let's now figure out what the frost resistance of ceramic bricks depends on.
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Depending on the design, they are used for processing surfaces made of metal and stainless materials. They can be used for abrasive welding, deburring, etc. Grinding blades are manufactured with a standard thickness of 4-8 mm.
Form
According to experts, the main factor influencing frost resistance is its shape. We are talking about the presence/absence of pores and their relative volume. This is quite logical: the more voids there are in the brick, the more space frozen water can fill and, as a result, cause more damage.
In this aspect, double sand-lime brick M 150 has the advantage. Firstly, it has no pores, and secondly, it consists of water-repellent substances.
Depending on the design, they are used to separate building materials. We offer universal diamond blades and discs for cutting materials such as ceramics, concrete, marble, asphalt, stone or abrasive materials. The offer also includes so-called cup-shaped discs with carbide tips for removing adhesive residues from tiles, cleaning small surfaces from protective coatings etc. Wire jaws are also used for angle grinders, which are used primarily for cleaning and removing metal surfaces.
Chemical composition
Another equally important factor is the composition of the material (chemical composition, density, etc.).
Below we will present to your attention a list of the most important components that affect frost resistance.
- Feedstock. For example, if calcareous-siliceous rocks were used to create a brick, then its frost resistance coefficient will be about 0.87-0.93. You should also pay attention to the specific content of quartz. The more it is, the higher the frost resistance will be.
- Some manufacturers who have modern equipment, add special dispersed fractions to the brick. They create microscopic capillaries in the structure of the material that prevent water from freezing.
- Calcium silicates - thanks to them, building bricks are not subject to thermal expansion. They come in high and low basic types. In the first case, frost resistance will be 25-30% higher.
Tip: the best performance is for bricks that use a silicate mixture.
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Facing bricks are an environmentally friendly building material with minimal water absorption, excellent strength and frost resistance. They have exceptional resistance to all weather conditions. It is unlikely that any other building material offers so many different options for realizing your creative ideas.
- This indicator also depends on the composition of clay and sand. Thus, the use of kaolinite clay can lead to its reduction; in due time, special hydrosilicates can make up for this several times.
Due to the emerging demand, many manufacturers are trying to produce materials that meet all requirements. However, it can be stated that the frost resistance of sand-lime brick is much higher than its ceramic counterpart.
Face bricks have many benefits that can be exploited, particularly when used on extensive perimeter masonry. They are also successfully used for chimneys, garden walls and fences, garden grills and fireplaces, etc. Due to their superior properties, bricks are suitable wherever a permanent, creative, labor-intensive environment is required and is practically unmaintained.
The requirement for the highest possible thermal resistance of masonry is now met by designers and builders to design and construct laminated perimeter walls with a high-quality thermal insulation layer. The interior, preferably brickwork, forms its own supporting structure buildings or when using a skeleton for larger objects forms masonry. Even the interior masonry has a thermal function. From inside the masonry, by the way, we must be able to receive, accumulate and release heat.
Therefore, it is used much more often in the northern regions, where this indicator is key. If you live in a warm region where the average annual amplitude less than 40 degrees, then it is not necessary to use bricks with high frost resistance. You can use samples with the indicator F15-F35.
Comparison
Now let's analyze some types of bricks. In particular, let's compare key characteristics(frost resistance and thermal conductivity) of these materials with their average price.
Special thermal insulation - a layer 5 to 12 cm thick using high-quality thermal insulation materials, protects against the penetration of cold water into the building during the winter months, as well as from solar energy in the summer months - isolates the interior from external weather conditions. Rectangular masonry of high quality bricks with brickwork protects the entire building, the entire building from all weather effects of the weather.
Masonry has functions that no other façade has. Masonry naturally breathes naturally - it is natural material. Besides, simple system ventilation of masonry, using air ducts and gaps, guarantees significantly greater durability of all materials used for construction. Thus, the service life of the entire structure will be extended, and Maintenance facade will be completely eliminated. Finally, simply inspect the broken and cleaned facades.
| View | Brick frost resistance grade | Thermal conductivity | Average cost, RUR/pcs. |
| M50 Ceramics | F25 | 0,16 | 6-6,5 |
| M50 Silicate | F35 | 0,18 | 7,5-8 |
| M75 Ceramics | F40 | 0,2 | 8-9 |
| M75 Silicate | F50 | 0,35 | 9-10,5 |
| M100 Ceramics | F60 | 0,45 | 12-14 |
| M150 Silicate | F65 | 0,6 | 15-16 |
Note: the most popular samples were taken as a basis without any special additives. The price was calculated as the arithmetic average between the most expensive and cheapest offer on the market.
It’s easy to see how much the price varies when the above-described characteristics increase. If you want to make your own brickwork, then it is better to use full-bodied ceramic samples, as they are easier to cut.
The stonework is resistant to all weather conditions. It is very resistant to weather changes, frost and, in particular, protects the outer wall from moisture absorption. Masonry ensures that other materials used in the perimeter shell will have a significantly longer service life, and in particular those used thermal insulation materials will be protected from moisture absorption. This ensures that thermal resistance the constructed perimeter shell will be constant, so that it will not decrease due to increased humidity of the wall.
Conclusion
We hope that we were able to reveal in all details such a parameter as the frost resistance of a building material. In the video presented in this article you will find additional information on this topic.
It is in great demand in individual, rural construction and in the construction of general (commercial) facilities. It is suitable for the construction of columns and wall structures, both subject to loads and self-supporting. The properties of sand-lime brick are largely determined by the method of manufacturing the product - autoclave synthesis. Treatment of raw molded bricks with hot steam under high pressure gives artificial building materials the properties of stone, but with perfectly accurate dimensions.
Water vapor diffusion is also a problem. Of course, just like bricks come with proof of product quality, mortar suppliers must prove the quality of their products. However, the designer's design is a well-designed and engineered front wall and, above all, modern element buildings - well designed and engineered double layer ventilated wall with thermal insulation layer.
Single-layer brick wall. In single layer brick wall you can use the entire cross-section of the wall to carry the load. For allowable stress, the minimum level of brick strength used in the cross section is standard. External bricks must be frost-resistant. The thickness of the external walls must be at least 375 mm.
Brick marking
High compressive strength of sand-lime brick (kg/cm2) is the main advantage wall material. The strength indicator (from 7 to 35 MPa) is reflected in the marking of the brick and is designated by the letter “M”. The linear series is represented by brand products from M 75 to M 200. The numerical value shows the maximum permissible pressure in kilograms per 1 sq. see brick. For example, a brick of grade M 100 can withstand pressure/load without subsequent deformation of 100 kg per cm2. If we consider a one-story building, the load on the walls rarely exceeds 100 kg/cm2, so silicate stones of the M 100 grade are used for the construction of walls. But when constructing taller buildings, a brick that allows a higher load is required - M150 or M200.
Double brick facade ventilated. When designing, we only take into account the thickness of the internal masonry. Ceilings can only be stored on this side. The thickness of the internal masonry is usually 240 mm. This distance could be even greater if stability is demonstrated and various shear deformations are taken into account. When applied to steel, an anti-corrosion material must be used.
If the outer shell is no more than two storeys high, or if it is supported at that height, the brickwork overhang can be up to 20mm across the brick width. Both shells, i.e. the internal and stork walls must be connected with stainless steel clamps. The anchoring frequency must be at least 500 mm vertically and at least 750 mm horizontally. Place the first layer of stack as low as possible. We usually fix the buckles in the loading joints when the inner body is brickwork and fix it by bending it according to the pattern.
The frost resistance of sand-lime brick is measured in cycles and, along with strength, is an indicator of its durability. If silicate samples have a whole line of products in terms of strength, then in terms of frost resistance only four types are produced, which are designated as F15, F25, F35, F50. Moreover, facing bricks are produced in only two brands - F35 and F50. The number (digit) in the marking indicates the number of freezing and thawing of silicate material in water. The frost resistance of ordinary bricks, for example, grade F25, must withstand at least 25 cycles of freezing (t= -18 degrees C) and the same amount of thawing (t= +20 degrees C) without signs of destruction - cracks or peeling of the surface.
If we do not store the buckles in the load joints or choose another method of fastening, it must be shown that such fastening transmits a force of at least 1 kN per buckle. Otherwise, we need to multiply the number of buckles accordingly.
Materials on facades should be frost-resistant and less prone to sticking. You can check the product label or manufacturer's website for specific values. Strength of building ceramics. This parameter of ceramic products determines what kind of wall they give. The compression force is specified in the home project as a class, not specific meaning. The higher the grade, the stronger the material, and the more likely the walls will be able to support very heavy loads.
The numbers on a brick's frost resistance label indicate its potential ability to withstand freezing cycles, and this data was obtained in rigorous laboratory tests. In nature, the saturation of bricks with moisture does not occur so intensely, and temperature changes from plus to minus are not as sharp as during tests. Therefore, with the right engineering solutions regarding vapor and waterproofing, the durability of sand-lime brick increases significantly.
Most investors buy these classes, or we cannot change the class designer's assignment ourselves. So if a project is built with a class 15 durable strength, don't buy those with a class. This change will save us approximately a few hundred dollars, but at the cost of our safety. The wall thickness is calculated based on the strength of ceramic bricks and blocks. If it is lower than the constructor, cracks may occur, for example in the back of the ceiling.
Frost resistance of building ceramics. It is generally accepted that Construction Materials must be frost-resistant. This is true, however, this statement only applies to the materials on the façade! This mainly concerns clinker and facing bricks, which are directly exposed to the negative effects of atmospheric factors.
Basic properties of sand-lime brick
The water absorption of sand-lime brick directly depends on its porosity. The porosity of the product is affected by: the granularity of the components of the initial mixture, its humidity and the specific pressure during pressing. The water absorption of the silicate product should not exceed 13%. When the facing brick gets wet from rain, the thermal conductivity of the sand-lime brick can increase several times, which reduces the thermal insulation parameters outer wall. The reduced resistance of brick to moisture is smoothed out by treating it with hydrophobic impregnations. While acquiring water-repellent properties, the brick retains the ability to breathe. However, given the increased tendency of the material to absorb water, sand-lime brick is not used in the construction of foundations, basements and premises that are used in humid conditions.
On the facade. When purchasing ceramic products for this purpose, make sure they are frost-resistant. Please note that frost resistance should not only be the product itself, but also used with the mortar for masonry and joints. On walls and areas. Frost resistance is not required here. Moreover, the majority ceramic tiles available on the market depends on the property being excluded. So don't trust salespeople who say their affordable freezers are "frost-resistant" or better than competing products.
The strength of the wall material is influenced by such an option as the density of silicate bricks. This value is determined by the ratio of the mass of one brick to its volume, which naturally includes the pores and voids present in the product. The fewer voids in the body of a silicate bar, the stronger it is.
This is not true because the time of the depressions easily removes moisture that can freeze and freeze in sub-freezing temperatures. They have very good thermal insulation properties, which for the buyer should be much more important than the frost resistance of the material, which will be hidden under the finishing layer, for example, plaster.
Attention! Plan your home around ceramics so you don't leave layers of unprotected blocks over the winter. If not, voids should be screened in such a way as to minimize the risk of contact with moisture. In triple layer technology, all layers must be installed within one season - before the first frost.
Density of sand-lime brick, kg/m3:
- Full-bodied - 1840...1933
- Hollow - 1135...1577
The thermal conductivity coefficient of sand-lime brick is directly dependent on the density of the silicate sample, which is in the range of 0.35-0.7 W/(mgrad.C). Using such material quality as excellent sound insulation, sand-lime brick is successfully used in the construction of interior partitions.
Just like facing bricks, silicate bricks are available in several types. Walls, columns, and partitions are erected from ordinary bricks (250x120x65 mm and 250x120x88 mm). Facing brick, white or with pigment, when laying external walls, serves as the texture of the building itself. The choice of brick (brand, size and texture) should be justified by the conditions of future use of the building and aesthetic requirements. Right choice silicate material will allow the consumer to optimize the costs of constructing/repairing a facility, reaching a more efficient level of the construction process and constructing a building that is comfortable inside and externally modern and presentable.