Measurements and weight:

Cement bricks : 210x100x70mm / ±2,2 kg

Genuine clay bricks : 222x106x73mm / ±3,1 kg

Therefore you will use 17% more Cement bricks than Clay bricks to build the same area.

Clay bricks gives you ± 40% more mass than Cement bricks.

Conclusion:

You need 17% more Cement bricks than Clay bricks to build the same square meterage thus:

• pay more for the product
• higher labour cost  (builders gets paid per 1000 bricks)
• higher erection costs
• use more dagha / mortar clay

You need 17% more Cement bricks than Clay bricks to build the same square meterage thus:

• better insulation
• warmer in winter
• cooler in summer
• better sound insulation
• more resistant against fire
• better strength and durability