Commercial Buildings: Why is Concrete a Superior Construction Material?
In any building, concrete is going to be an important construction material. In commercial buildings, it is the best material.
Construction is an interesting industry. When you picture private home construction, you probably picture wood and vinyl materials. When you think about the commercial construction industry, you probably picture steel beams and cement structures. In any building, concrete is going to be an important construction material, but in commercial buildings, it is the best material. Read on to learn why.
Concrete is Environmentally Friendly
Concrete is sometimes referred to as human-made rock since it is a mixture of cement, water, sand, and aggregate rocks. It does not leach chemicals into the surrounding areas or break down into dangerous parts. When it does need to be removed, concrete can be broken up and broken down into parts that can be reused without losing any of its benefits. Finally, concrete has a minimal carbon footprint. All of this means that concrete is one of the most environmentally friendly construction materials around and, in many opinions, the backbone of sustainable commercial construction.
Durable And Strong
Traditionally, concrete is made by adding sand, stone, and cement, as mentioned above, but modern concrete also includes some additives that increase strength and durability. Concrete can also be mixed in different ways – with different amounts of water, cement, sand, or rock – to give it different attributes, such as curing more quickly or flowing into a mold more easily. When combined with rebar o form a structure, concrete is unparalleled in strength. Generally speaking, concrete is not easily eroded by moisture or humidity and can stand being weathered by rain and other natural elements for decades. Instead of becoming weaker as it ages, concrete actually gets stronger as time passes, making it the best choice when you need a strong and durable material.
Cost-Effective
Concrete is made from simple, natural ingredients, and it is made-to-order so waste is not usually an issue. Old concrete can also be recycled by crushing it and adding it into the aggregate of new concrete. If a building needs renovation or repair, any concrete structure is the easiest and usually lowest cost material to repair. All of this means that concrete is a very cost-effective material for any construction project.
Safe And Secure
None of the materials or ingredients that go into making concrete is especially dangerous on its own, especially if you are wearing proper coverings, like a proper construction uniform. Once the concrete is mixed, poured, and cured, it doesn’t outgas or give off any toxic residue, so it is one of the safest materials out there.
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