Define building materials.
Materials which are required for the construction of buildings.
They are of three types.
Define natural materials
These are naturally occurring materials like wood, stone, mud, clay
Define artificial materials
These are man-made materials like bricks, cement, glass and steel.
Define composite materials
These are a combination of two or more materials namely concrete, plywood.
Concrete is an _________ material.
ubiquitous
Concrete is known for its:
- compressive strength
- versatility
- durability
What are some examples of concrete?
- reinforced concrete
- precast concrete
- high strength concrete
Steel is known for its :
- high tensile strength
- ductility
Steel in widely used in structural applications such as :
beams, columns and reinforcement
Wood is valued for its:
- renewable nature
- aesthetic appeal
Wood finds applications in :
framing, flooring and sliding
Masonry materials include :
brick, concrete block and stone
These offer 1.____ and 2.______ and are suitable for 3. _______, 4.________, 5.__________
- durability
- fire resistance
- walls
- facades
- structural elements
What is used for road construction and roofing?
Asphalt
Asphalt provides a ______ and _________ surface.
durable and waterproof
Glass is prized for its:
- transparency
- aesthetic qualities
Glass is used in:
windows, doors and curtain walls
Some examples of composite materials are:
fiberglass and carbon fiber
Composite materials offer :
- high strength-to-weight ratios
- corrosion resistance
- design flexibility
What factors does the selection of building materials depend on?
- project requirements
- structural design
3.environmental considerations - cost constraints
