I have the idea that concrete tiny homes can be a FAR superior option to wood stick frames currently being built. Today's new concretes are much thinner and lighter and stronger than those of old. Add reinforcement with basalt rebars, basalt meshes, basalt twine and basalt chopped fibers and the results will be very fire retardant, weigh less and have better insulation. … [Read more...]
Start with a great basalt rebar foundation
Being built right now in Oregon is a 5,000+ square foot home and what have they chosen as the rebar reinforcement of choice? Volcanic rock basalt rebar! Smart builders -- these guys use local pumice aggregates that make for a safe and yet insulating concrete. Modern technologies that harken back to products used by the Romans whose concrete as we know has stood the test of … [Read more...]
Basalt Reinforcements in 2015
Here we go! This promises to be the banner year for basalt reinforcement products we have been working towards as more interest and more studies about basalt come in regularly. The results of much testing have proven the superior properties of basalt fibers for those niche applications that need performance, durability and longevity. We had great results using basalt fiber … [Read more...]
Solid Foundations with Basalt Rebar
Len Meserve in Bend Oregon made the sound decision to use basalt rebars in their new foundations project. An extensive job, Len reports they are delighted with the ease of use, assembly, cutting and installation of the basalt rebars. They also have pumice mixed into the concrete for a strong yet insulating mix. Here are some onlookers … [Read more...]
Basalt Rebar does not corrode like Steel Rebar!
Basalt Rebar doesn't corrode like Steel Rebar! The use of traditional steel rebar has demonstrated that this “preferred” steel reinforcement can cause expensive maintenance, repair and replacement problems. Reinforced concrete structures are facing serious degradation problems due to the corrosion of the steel rebar inside of the concrete structures. In the USA alone, the … [Read more...]