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Address : Near Anthakapalli Village, Kittalapadu Post, Via Shrimukhalingam, Srikakulam District, Andhra Pradesh – 532428, India

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Phone : +91-7732 075 607

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Sustainable and Healthy Building Practices

At Kurmagram, every house has water well. No bore wells. When there are water wells, there is no chance of earthquake. There is no need of over head plastic water tanks. Plastic is carcinogenic. Water stored in plastic container gives rise so many health disorders like cancer.

Every house has cow-dung floor, which is good for recharging our bodies. Cement tiled floor is harmful for health.

Cement has many disadvantages in construction, including:

»Environmental impact Cement production is a major contributor to greenhouse gas emissions, especially carbon dioxide. Concrete can also damage topsoil and contribute to soil erosion, water pollution, and flooding.

»Energy consumption Cement production requires a lot of energy, especially during the clinker manufacturing stage.

»Durability issues Cement can develop issues over time, such as shrinkage and cracking during curing. Concrete can also develop deformities like potholes if it’s not maintained, and it has a weak tensile strength compared to other materials, making it easy to chip and crack.

»Limited flexibility Cement-based materials can be rigid and lack flexibility, making them less suitable for some applications. For example, cement concrete roads have limited flexibility compared to asphalt.

»Cost Concrete can be expensive to apply and maintain, and it requires a more base material to lay, specialist equipment, and time to cure. Cement concrete roads also have a relatively high initial construction cost.
In Kurmagram, lime is used for constructing houses instead of cement.

Lime has many advantages in construction, including:

»Durability : Lime mortar is a popular choice for construction projects because it’s durable and can resist weathering and erosion. Lime’s chemical composition reacts with carbon dioxide in the atmosphere to form calcite, which gives structures great resistance over time. Some historic buildings made with lime have lasted for over 600 years without major repairs.

»Breathability : Lime mortar is porous and open-textured, allowing water to pass through the building and preventing moisture buildup and condensation. This also reduces the risk of salt and frost damage.

»Thermal insulation : Lime mortar can help keep buildings cooler in the summer and warmer in the winter.

»Mold and mildew reduction : Lime mortar’s open texture absorbs and releases moisture, which can reduce mold and mildew growth.

»Eco-friendly : Lime mortar has a carbon footprint that is considered carbon-neutral.

»Workability : Lime is smooth and moldable, allowing workers to get a high-quality finish.

»Flexibility : Lime has a low modulus of elasticity, which means it’s extremely flexible and allows for movement and thermal expansion.

»Softness : Lime is softer than modern cement, so a softer mortar will not wear away the surrounding masonry over time.