Browse Forums General Discussion 1 Sep 22, 2015 1:07 pm Hi All, Hoping someone could help us out! We are in the process of getting our build quoted, and on a sloping block we are looking to use 390x90x190 solid concrete blocks (not hebel - just mortar join blocks) on the lower level. I have pasted the link to what I am after below. My problem is, looks like our dear architect has chosen quite an expensive design as these blocks are around $2.80-$3.40 each and we need around 10,000 of them!!!! Can anyone either point me in the direction of a cheaper alternative or know of where to get them for a cheaper price? We thought this would be a cheaper option than hebel as we wouldn't have to core fill them with concrete but it is now feeling like an expensive option to us!!! TIA http://www.mdbrick.com.au/products/Conc ... ing-blocks Re: Solid concrete blocks 2Sep 24, 2015 9:22 am Hi mjklimec I don't recommend any solid blocks why? 1. They are excessively heavy and will cost more to lay 2. Masonry blocks should be cored or have frogs for structural reasons 3. What sort of foundations are you on.. I suggest you get some preliminary engineering done to avoid cost blowouts later on 4. Because of 3 above you might need rebar in which case concrete fill is the way to go Designer,Engineer (Civil,Const & Envir),Builder,Concrete & Masonry Contract.Struct Repairs Those span tables can be pushed a little for a low deck if you dont mind a little flex. Last deck I did, I pushed it a little and it was still rock solid - no noticeable… 6 13735 Engineering timber is certainly a less fuss option, times cheaper to supply and install and better withstands humidity. 1 15884 If this is a custom build then I would expect the builder to set out the door frame closer to the wall to avoid the gap between architrave and the wall and or specify… 9 8289 |