Introduction:

You must use a variety of building materials while remodelling, renovating, or creating a structure from scratch. To choose wisely, do some research on their qualities, lifespan, and most recent prices before utilising them.

Also, by using this technique, you might be able to conserve resources and lower the entire cost of your building project. The most extensively used building materials in Pakistan are also preferable since they may be more affordable and accessible.

BUILDING MATERIALS USED MOST OFTEN IN PAKISTAN

Cement:

In Pakistan, cement is the most often used building material. It serves as a binding agent for other construction materials and is utilised for structural purposes. There are many different varieties of cement available, but the most prominent ones are described here.

 Cement-natural

Cement-natural Cement

Fast Hardening

Fast Hardening  Cement

Resistant to Sulfate (SRC)

High Alumina

Portland Cement

White Cement

These many types of cement are divided into groups based on their properties and intended uses. While choosing a certain type of cement, it's crucial to take the local climate into account.

SAND:

Sand, when combined with soil, aids in constructing sturdy foundations for structures of all forms and sizes. It is also utilised in mortar, a substance made of sand, cement, and water. Moreover, it's a crucial component in the creation of concrete.

Alkaline salt must not be present in the sand since it might harm the brickwork of a structure. Sand in the Southern Punjab area has sulphate ions in its composition, making it unsuitable for building. Avoid utilising sulphate ions in building since they may harm mortar and concrete beyond repair.

STEEL:

Steel is one of the most frequently used building materials in Pakistan. Buildings' structural framework is constructed with it. To extend the lifespan of concrete constructions under strain, steel reinforcing bars, also known as rebars, are utilised.

As we previously discussed, steel is mostly utilised to construct the structural framework of buildings, such as the pillars, beams, and roofs. We employ stainless steel, which typically has some chromium content in it, to stop the rusting of our structural foundations.

CONCRETE:

Gravel or lime, cement, and water are the ingredients of concrete. Concrete is among the most utilised building materials in Pakistan due to its durability and toughness. Because of the poor tensile strength, steel rods and bars are added to the framework to fortify it.

GLASS:

Glass is a finishing material used in building that is made from a silicate and brittle sand combination. It has a variety of architectural applications and special physical properties. Glass is now being utilised to create windows, doors, and walls. Glass is a versatile material that can transmit, absorb, or refract light. These qualities are important for enhancing a structure's visual appeal.

WOOD:

In Pakistan, wood is one of the most often utilised building materials. Its hygroscopic nature allows it to absorb moisture from the air and maintain a comfortable interior climate. Wood is used to build buildings, doors, and windows in Pakistan. Moreover, it is utilised for roofing in few locations, mostly in the country's northern regions.

Usually, ceilings, walls, and floors are built using hardwoods like oak, maple, deodar, mahogany, and teak. Conversely, doors and windows are made of softwoods like hickory, ash, beech, birch, pine, and cedar.

BRICK:

One of the most popular building materials in Pakistan is brick. It is formed of clay, which typically comprises of silica and alumina combined with various proportions of magnesia and iron. The element is employed in the building of walls, pavements, and other masonry structures.

Brick's success as a building material is largely due to the fact that it is entirely inorganic and absorbs moisture better than any other kinds of materials. Also, it lessens the possibility of mildew and dust mites in a structure.

STONE:

Experts frequently advise using stone in the base construction to offer a structure greater power and strength to survive the worst conditions. In comparison to other building materials, stone is the most durable. It has been used as a building material from prehistoric times. Historic Roman sites in Europe and the Giza Pyramids are still standing today. 

Granite, limestone, and marble are common natural stone construction material types in Pakistan. They may be used to adorn floors and walls as well as guarantee the permanence of a construction. Furthermore, tiles and blocks are made from these natural stone types.