“ Did you know that using cow dung to manufacture bricks can lead to unwanted fungal growth? Learn how to prevent it from happening. " Unwanted fungal growth in cow dung bricks ๐๐ can be a serious problem that affects their quality and lifespan. There are several reasons why this can occur, including the use of contaminated materials ๐คข, improper storage conditions ๐ง️, and lack of proper ventilation ๐ฌ️. Contamination : Contamination may come from cow dung, straw, and other materials used in the brick-making process that contain fungal spores ๐ฆ . Hence, sometimes proper treatment and sterilisation are necessary to avoid this issu...
Material Challenges of Cow Dung Brick Making “From finding suitable binders to selecting the right stabilisers, making high-quality cow dung bricks requires overcoming a host of material challenges” Making cow dung bricks ๐๐งฑ can be a sustainable and eco-friendly alternative to traditional building materials. However, there are several ๐ค challenges associated with the production of these bricks that need to be addressed for them to be used in construction. In this article, we will discuss the challenges related to binder, micro...