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CONCRETE WALL BLOCKS

Concrete Wall Blocks

Whether you’re planning to initiate a construction project, renovate your home, or prepare for an event, you’ll probably need concrete blocks at some point during the project. Concrete blocks are a form of construction material composed of concrete, cement, sand, water, and other additives. They are used in different types of construction applications.

There is a common misconception that concrete blocks are mainly useful for controlling traffic in the form of large concrete barriers. While they function tremendously in that application, concrete blocks perform well in numerous residential, public, and industrial applications as well.

As a highly adaptable and versatile material, concrete has been used by architects and engineers to construct sturdy, long-lasting buildings. Its most significant properties include resistance to fire, a variety of aesthetic qualities, high structural capacity, strength, longevity, resistance to water, and insulating and acoustical advantages. For many applications, they serve as minimum maintenance, yet economical building materials, while meeting the specialized requirements of the client.

Types of Concrete Wall Blocks

  • Concrete bricks
  • Concrete pillar blocks
  • Solid concrete blocks
  • Aerated autoclaved concrete blocks
  • Hollow concrete blocks
  • Partition concrete blocks
  • Bullnose concrete blocks
  • Paving blocks
  • Expanded clay aggregate solid construction blocks
  • Lintel blocks
  • Concrete stretcher blocks
  • Jamb concrete blocks
  • Concrete corner blocks

Concrete Properties To Be Aware Of…


Concrete blocks are in demand due to their compressive strength that’s common in all the types. There are numerous methods in place to estimate the concrete’s strength as well as to ensure whether the manufactured concrete meets the standard strength requirements. To produce a significantly stronger concrete block, solid grouting into the cells can be done, which involves inserting steel rods called rebar into openings in the blocks.

Concrete Absorbs Water

A drawback of concrete blocks is that it absorbs water. Thus, to produce a more waterproof concrete block, a mixture of coarse and fine particle material should be used during manufacturing. What determines the degree of permeability of a concrete block is the amount of cement used in production. The higher the cement content in the mixture, the lesser the permeability. In addition, applying the various washes available or using waterproof compounds after erecting the blocks also helps to keep the water out.

Concrete Is Fireproof

Besides this, the fire resistance of concrete blocks depends on the type of unit and the coverage area. To obtain in-depth information on the fire resistance properties of various types of concrete blocks, go through the document issued by the American Concrete Institute that includes their fireproof values.

Concrete Can Be Fashioned Into Any Shape, Size Or Color

As far as aesthetic properties are concerned, manufacturers now offer blocks in a multitude of textures, colors, and finishes, as demanded by architects and engineers. The ever-evolving construction industry continues to demand new concrete block shapes and sizes to cater to innovative building designs.

Concrete’s Insulation Properties Vary

When it comes to the insulating properties, they vary with the density of the blocks as well as with the type of manufacturer. The insulating properties are recorded using thermal conductivity tests performed by the manufacturers. When manufacturers aim to produce blocks with high heat-insulating properties, they reduce the concrete block density by volume and generate low-weight blocks. Furthermore, the insulating properties of a concrete block wall can also be increased through solid grouting of the cells.

Concrete Can Be Sound Proof

The acoustic properties of concrete blocks are determined by multiple aspects. The characteristics of the material used during manufacturing are an important factor in this regard. In addition, the junctions and connections between the blocks and construction type also play a crucial role. To obtain maximum acoustic control, the best approach is to follow the guidelines issued by the ACI on concrete blocks installation.

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Many years of masonry experience in the commercial arena has been both rewarding and educational for our craftsman. We like to say that we “work well with others”. We are also budget conscious and time sensitive. Whether it be a ‘ground up’ construction, facade work or a corporate re-image our team has the experience to get it done – on time and within budget.
Municipal Concrete Masonry
We specialize in building facade, curbing, walkways and ramps. We perform new construction as well as integrated retrofit solutions with a fully ADA-compliant focus. From the mundane to the most intricate and complex of jobs, Lusitania Masonry is ready to tackle your next project!  Industry experience, ample insurance and an excellent safety record make our firm the obvious choice in competitive bid work.
Residential Brick & Pavers
With a great deal of competition in the residential market today, efficiency, accuracy and attention to detail along with the finest materials and quality craftsmanship make all of the difference in a job truly well done. Whether it be an indoor bathroom remodel or a space to entertain and relax outdoors – much of our finest work of which we are most proud can be found in our wide range of residential commissions.

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East Patchogue, NY 11772

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