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Why bricks are widely used

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Burnt clay bricks are economical and locally available in Nepal, made from abundant clay. They offer good strength, durability, fire resistance, and thermal insulation, are easy to handle and bond, and do not require skilled labor, making them ideal for construction.

Why are (fired/burnt clay) bricks extensively used as a building material in the construction industry (Nepal)? Explain briefly.

Burnt clay bricks are widely used in Nepal because:

  1. Raw material (clay) is easily available all over the Terai and valleys.
  2. Low cost and simple, labour-intensive manufacture.
  3. Good strength and durability for walls and foundations.
  4. Small size and light weight, so they are easy to handle and lay.
  5. Good thermal and sound insulation and fire resistance.
  6. Easy to bond with mortar and to plaster, and they allow varied designs.
  7. Do not need skilled labour and can be reused or broken for aggregate.
  8. A well established brick industry provides ready supply.

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