Advantages and Disadvantages of Various Options for Internal Walls

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Question 1: Advantages and disadvantages of the various options for the internal walls
Advantages of block work
 Ideal in areas that are moist
 Can withstand high storms and winds
 Energy saving and eco-friendly
Disadvantages
 High cost of construction
 Inaccessibility of mechanical or electrical installations in case of fault
Advantages of framed structures
 Quick to construct
 Ease of constructions
 Come in economical designs
Disadvantages
 Restricted lifespan
Advantages of timber walls
 Timber structures tend to be attractive
 Offers excellent circulation
Disadvantages
 Susceptible to abiotic factors
 Shrinks and swells

Advantages of brick walls
 Ease of formation of openings
 Ease of handling since pieces are of lightweight
 Easily available
Disadvantages
 Low aesthetic appeals
 Not durable in comparison with stone
 Water absorbing resulting in dampness and distortion over time
Rammed earth walls
Advantages
 Excellent soundproofing (Andreescu et al. 2016)
 Energy efficient
 Relatively fireproof
Disadvantages
 Need protection from heavy rains
 Does not provide good insulation

Question 2: Section through the external wall including a junction with the ground floor
slab, first floor slab and ceiling
Question 3: Advantages and disadvantages of timber stud wall construction
Advantages
Sustainability: Timber is one of the renewable materials used in construction. An increase in the
use of timber as a construction material has the potential of enhancing the growth and
development of forests to ensure more supply of the material (Preti et al. 2018). This is