Construction Uses for Perlite and Vermiculite
Perlite and Vermiculite are light weight and possess outstanding insulating characteristics, but they also enhance fire ratings, reduce noise transmission, rot, vermin and termites which is why they are widely used in the construction industry.
In the construction industry, the most common use is Perlite Insulation and Vermiculite Insulation for masonry. Perlite or Vermiculite is poured into the cavities of concrete block where it fills all cores and crevices. Listed below are other common construction uses for Perlite and Vermiculite.
- Bricks
- Ceiling Tiles
- Chimney Linings
- Concrete – when used as an aggregate in concrete, a light weight, fire resistant, insulating concrete is produced
- Fireproofing
- Floors
- Gypsum Boards
- Lightweight Aggregate Concrete
- Loose-Fill Insulation
- Low Temperature Insulation
- Masonry Insulation
- Noise Reduction
- Non-Load Bearing Fill
- Pipe Coating
- Pipes-Leveling
- Plaster
- Refractories
- Roof Insulation Boards
- Swimming Pool Liners
- Thermal Insulation
- Chimney Lining
- Lightweight Formed Products
Learn about horticultural applications for Perlite and Vermiculite.
