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Laterite as a building material

Known as Vettukallu in Kerala, Laterite is a residual ferruginous rock first discovered in the Malabar region of Kerala and Karnataka.

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Because it gains in strength on exposure to sun and air, as well as its low cost, it was widely used as a construction material in this part of India. One of the
advantages is that it is soft when it is quarried and only hardens on exposure.

Popular for its earthy, rustic appeal, skilled workmanship in the Malabar region also enables a shine on these stones. Low costs compared to bricks and a
negligible loss of material, make it a preferred choice as a building material in this region. Because of a larger surface area, cement costs also come down
substantially.

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Transportation costs are high, which it is why it is normally region specific and used where it can be sourced locally with relative ease. The stone has a deep
red colour because of the iron oxide composition.

It requires skilled workmanship to handle this material and sourcing is limited to license holders in a region. Technological advances have enabled machine
cutting which gives a smoother product.

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The rising construction costs and drive towards locally available products have fueled a demand for this product in recent years.

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While laterite is founds in various parts of India, the regions where it is used extensively as a building material are Kerala, Goa. Karnataka and Andhra
Pradesh.

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29 responses to “Laterite as a building material”

1. Pramod says:
22 February 2017 at 11:26 am

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Hi ..myself pramod.we are the first manufacturers of laterite cladding stones from the coastal region of kerala.we have all types of laterite stones with
different sizes n designs. Please feel free to contact me. 8105871718.8277585718

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2. Farzad says:
16 January 2017 at 12:52 pm

We supply Laterite Stone in Karnataka, kerala, Tamil Nadu and Andrapradesh Our Tile Size is 12″X 7″x 1″ for cladding and Block Size is 12″ x7″x7″
Machine Cut Right Angle Dressed for Construction purpose for Both side exposed with paper joint
please contact mob 9902419605 08244266890

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3. atiq says:
9 January 2017 at 11:40 am

Hi there, can suppliers of laterite bricks contact me 9845394174. I need 3000 bricks to be supplied near bangalore

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4. Narayana says:
29 August 2016 at 4:14 pm

Hello,

I’m building a home in the Kabini area (Karnataka) and would require about 3000 laterite stone blocks.

Could anyone recommend any suppliers in the area?

Narayana
+91 9901 600 707

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5. Narayana says:
28 August 2016 at 2:16 pm

Dear all,

I would like to request you to send me the contact no of laterite stone brick dealer close to H.D.Kote, Mysore district. In fact close to Mananthavady
Kerala.
My no matter is 8959747319

Best regards,
Narayana

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6. Aathirai says:
29 July 2016 at 9:24 am

Hello,

I’m interested in using the material for construction purposes based in coimbatore.

I would like to know a bit more about the material such as:
– Cost?
– Does the material only come in the form of bricks?
– The insulation properties
– Is there someone i could contact and discus further
– Are there Architects whom have used the material earlier that i could talk to

Please advice path forward

Aathirai

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Naseer Shah says:
15 August 2016 at 8:49 pm

i am frm kerala,,,,supplies laterite bricks for this kind of work,, will help u to purchase this kindz of brick,,there r different types…

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7. ARCHITECT PRAMOD CHAIUGULE says:
16 July 2016 at 6:30 pm

ITS REAL PLEASURE TO WORK ON THESE FANTASTIC STONES. WILL BE ALWAYS ASSOCIATED WITH IT.
THANKS AND REGARDS
PRAMOD

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8. NANNAN says:
14 June 2016 at 8:39 am

I want to have agency for the construction of exposed Laterite Masonry construction in kannur,Kerala.

Please contact 9445045813

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9. Ramachandra says:

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12 June 2016 at 10:22 am

Pl someone who knows people who build well with laterite stone contact me.

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10. Ramachandra says:
12 June 2016 at 10:17 am

Interested in knowing people who can build well with laterite stone.pl inform.

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11. Ramachandra says:
12 June 2016 at 9:49 am

Interested in knowing where n whom to contact to get skilled workers to build laterite stone wall for wells .

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12. Shivakantrao bh says:
4 April 2016 at 9:38 pm

Intrested to build 20 rooms lodge and restorent in latrite material whome i have approch for good architects plz inform me

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13. vamanan Namboodiri says:
2 January 2016 at 10:29 am

As we are in the activity of laterite stone supply , based in Kannur district of Kerala .

I would be keen to know about the specific requirements in large quantity.

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14. sajesh says:
2 December 2015 at 7:50 pm

we are one of the leading manufacturer and supplier of laterite stone any were in kerala)..(bangalore) ..coimbatore..pls contact 9048578268

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15. Mahesh says:
29 November 2015 at 9:07 am

I am interested in natural and simple construction in kerala – guruvayur – please could someone who can do this kind of design and construction contact
me on +918281443166. Thank you.

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16. Kai Makkar says:
20 September 2015 at 12:38 pm

Hi,
I need a laterite supplier in goa and also a stone cutter please reply to my number via message or call 9552444660

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17. Sam Keshinro says:
7 November 2014 at 6:19 pm

nature takes good care of its own !

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18. kssk says:
12 August 2014 at 5:18 pm

hi..,
I was inneed of laterite block to construct a house in Madurai at Tamilnadu.

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Rangarajan says:
27 April 2016 at 6:31 pm

Sir

I am also looking to build a house with laterite stones in Trichy. Were you able to source this at Madurai? If you have can you know some details
on who supplied cost etc?

Thanks

Regards

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19. rajeshwari says:
22 July 2014 at 1:12 pm

Hi,
I want to know some contacts for laterite tile smoothning in kerala or around that area.

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20. Sam says:
25 April 2014 at 8:24 am

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Do laterite rocks keep the house cool or does it heat up in the summer?

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21. Anup says:
22 February 2014 at 7:43 am

Laterite stone is much widely used in Odisha. The monumental temples including Konark used Laterite stone.

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22. Arun says:
20 September 2013 at 12:11 pm

If somebody needs Laterite Bricks in Cochin,Kerala. Contact -9846822288

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Baskar says:
10 February 2015 at 10:44 pm

It is deliverable to Chennai at whatprice and size of the laterite stone please

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23. PK Sasindran says:
6 February 2013 at 7:47 pm

Hello,
Iam building a home in Trishur and would want to know more about Laterite bricks. What are the advantages and how would this compare against
hollow blocks or the normal red bricks.
Is there a possibility of ants getting into the laterite brick structure as these are not plastered.

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24. Jayanti says:
7 July 2012 at 2:32 pm

Have seen this brick but didn’t know much about it. Interesting article

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25. Megha says:
21 June 2012 at 5:01 pm

Laterite is a good idea and eco-friendly too.

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26. kk says:
12 June 2012 at 3:24 pm

is laterite a cool material too?

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