| dc.description.abstract | Price escalation of construction materials and the economic crisis faced by the construc tion industry call the attention of building related professionals to experiment with cost
effective material inventions. This research is initiated with the aim of developing a cost
effective and an innovative interior flooring system using burnt red brick. The paper
presents the findings of the initial step of the pilot study of the experimental research
conducted to identify the potential of developing the proposed and to assess the feasibility
of interior flooring system using burnt red bricks. The proposed system involves laying
tiles on a well-compacted quarry dust layer, filling grout gaps with fine-grinded brick
powder mixed with a binder gum, and applying multiple layers of grinded brick and
binder gum paste to achieve a mirror finish. The economic benefits of the burnt red brick
flooring system were explored in comparison to traditional flooring options. Among the
various flooring options, the brick flooring system stands out for its remarkable cost effectiveness. Priced at Rs. 570.00 per square foot, it offers an affordable solution that
combines sustainability and energy efficiency. The use of locally available materials, such
as burnt clay bricks, contributes to its cost-effectiveness. These bricks are produced at
lower firing temperatures compared to porcelain or ceramic tiles, resulting in significant
energy savings during the manufacturing process. By utilizing red bricks, which are widely
accessible, the system reduces the need for resource-intensive materials and minimizes
the environmental impact associated with their extraction and production. The findings
of this research provide valuable insights into the viability of this cost-effective flooring
system within the field of architecture. | en_US |
