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Block and beam?

  • 12-07-2012 9:16pm
    #1
    jakko86
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 308 ✭✭


    hi just wondered about this type of floor used on new builds,i see its used a lot in the u.k,wondered why its not used here in ireland more?


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  • #2
    archtech
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 1,046 ✭✭✭archtech


    Its mainly down to cost. There's a lot more man handling in the block and beam floors. They are used more often in refurbishment work or where access is very restricted. In a lot of cases now the delivery lorry is equipped with a high-jib that will lift the typical pc slabs used on most domestic new builts without the need for an additional crane.


  • #3
    johnr1
    Closed Accounts Posts: 965 ✭✭✭johnr1


    archtech wrote: »
    Its mainly down to cost. There's a lot more man handling in the block and beam floors. They are used more often in refurbishment work or where access is very restricted. In a lot of cases now the delivery lorry is equipped with a high-jib that will lift the typical pc slabs used on most domestic new builts without the need for an additional crane.
    This ^^^^
    Plus, in some applications, RC slabs with screed have higher load bearing capacity.


  • #4
    jakko86
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 308 ✭✭jakko86


    so on block and beam you still have to insulate and pour your screed on top obviously?but you can still build block walls on top of the beams i presume?p/c is a lot less expensive?


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