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Low-Cost Building Materials in Ethiopia by Eskinder is a document available to read on EtoBox.
This document summarizes a case study on Agrostone panel, a low-cost and eco-friendly building material used in housing projects in Ethiopia. Agrostone panel is made from agricultural/industrial wastes or natural minerals as filler, magnesium-based chemicals as binder, and fiberglass as reinforcement. It reduces wall construction costs by 50% compared to conventional materials. The study discusses the pros and cons of Agrostone panel and the potential to use other waste materials to make the panel more sust
- Author
- Eskinder
- Language
- EN