silka chamfered blocks - Xella.co.uk

Silka chamfered blocks:suited for all projectsSilka chamfered blocks are suitable for use in load-bearing and non loadbearingwall structures in single and double-sided fair-face masonry.Silka chamfered blocks are available in formats that can be laid manuallyand mechanically. The blocks are extremely dimensionally stable and thereforeideal for use with thin joint mortars. The specific qualities of calciumsilicate, like sound insulation, high load bearing capacity and thermal mass,accompany the blocks’ building qualities for free.Simple and fast processingSilka chamfered blocks have a tongueand a groove to help processthem with ease and speed. Theirdimensions are moduled for gluedjoints. Chamfered blocks can beleft ‘fairfaced’ thanks to their verysmooth face, but can also easily bepainted to enhance the appearanceof the wall.Suited for conduits and pipesSilka chamfered blocks are availablein either solid or void format.The voided Silka chamfered blockshave a defined drill-hole patternso that two holes align vertically.Afterwards, conduits and pipesfor water-based heating or coolingsystems fit perfectly into thoseholes. Drill holes, e.g. for electricalboxes, can be formed witha drill bit at the location of thevertical holes.Fixation with easeWalls made of Silka chamferedblocks are suitable not only forhanging picture frames, but forSilka chamfered blocks can be left‘fairfaced’ or may be painted.2 Silka chamfered blocksXEL40059_chamfered blocks.indd 2 08-03-12 14:45