AAC blockwork performs best when the project team resolves a few practical questions before the first pallet arrives on site. The material is lightweight and easy to handle, but good results still depend on wall layout, substrate condition, jointing method and protection of delivered blocks. 1. Confirm the wall function first Start by identifying whether the wall is an internal partition, an external enclosure, a shaft wall or part of a fire and acoustic strategy. The intended function affects the selected block thickness, finishing approach and the details needed around openings. A supplier can prepare a more useful recommendation when...

