Aircrete
Aircrete is portland cement mixed with foam to create microscopic air bubbles to act as an aggregate to make a concrete. The foam is created by agitating a foaming agent, such as soap and water, with compressed air. This inflates the volume of the cement by six times and makes an inexpensive, lightweight, fireproof, insect-proof, non-toxic, and insulative building product that will not rot or decay. The product hardens overnight and can be cut, carved, drilled or shaped with wood-working tools and takes about 30 days to cure.[1]
The material can be used for foundations, subfloors, building blocks, walls, domes, and arches.[1]
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Strength
Aircrete has high compression strength and low tensile strength like concrete, and may require reinforcement depending on use.[1]