Best Fire-Resistant Building Material Substitutes to Asbestos

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Best Fire-Resistant Building Material Substitutes to Asbestos

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The fast-growing awareness regarding its harmful effects has led to architects and engineers looking for fire-resistant substitutes to asbestos. If your house shows symptoms of asbestos exposure, get in touch with Ecotite today for quick and affordable asbestos removal.

After removing asbestos from your house, you will need to select a fireproof building material that will prevent the fire from spreading to other parts of the house and causing structural damage. Here is a concise list of the best fireresistant building materials that can be used during construction.

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Fire-resistant construction materials to replace asbestos 1. Bricks

Bricks are the most common and most effective building materials against fire.

They are manufactured in fire kilns and can stand temperatures up to 1300 degrees Celsius without taking serious damage. The degree of fire resistance depends on the size and composition of the bricks, the method of construction, etc. Bricks are often covered with Stucco, a special plaster, which provides a distinct, durable, and fire-resistant finish to any property.

2. Stones

Stones usually used in construction should be hard, durable, free from soft patches or cracks, and defect-free. Many pre-historic buildings were made using stones due to their ability to withstand temperatures up to 1500 degrees Celsius. Slate is one of the best roofing materials available in the market and adds a unique aesthetic appeal to the house.

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3. Gypsum

Gypsum, or drywall, is commonly found in several fire-resistant interior finish items. Gypsum boards are bad conductors of heat and hence burn slowly, preventing the spread of fire. Builders usually use several layers of gypsum to increase the fire-resistance rating of a property. Type X gypsum boards also have a core of calcium sulphate and water, that prevents heat transfer and further contributes to the safety factor.

Talk to the team at Ecotite

Asbestos removal is really dangerous and must be done in secure environments under expert supervision. Encapsulating damaged asbestos linings using spray foam is a faster and cheaper alternative. Contact Ecotite for hassle-free asbestos encapsulation today. With our spray foam solutions, you also get the added benefit of airtight and watertight insulation that will help you cut down on your utility bill. Moreover, spray foam also enhances the structural strength of the roof and protects the building from weathering.

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