Availability
It is always advisable to acquire easily available materials. The availability of building materials also determines the cost and time for installation. Certain materials are locally available and are challenging to transport. Not only the shipping costs become expensive but it also postpones the work. On the other hand, if the material is locally obtainable, it minimizes the shipping cost. It’s also a time saver and work can be completed smoothly.
Sustainability
With the evolution of the construction industry, the requirement for building materials is growing and is also accountable for the surge in carbon footprint, i.e. use of cement raises the carbon emission. Hence using eco-friendly and sustainable construction materials like earth, bamboo, fly ash, metakaolin, silica fume, rice husk ash, etc are beneficial rather than the use of cement or concrete. The best materials are those that can be reused because they reduce the demand for new materials to be produced in the future. How these materials are installed and fixed can also influence the capacity to reuse them. Locally found materials also reduce the transportation hassle and thus reduce the emissions.
Maintenance
The most suitable materials are those that are effortless or easy to maintain and manage. Maintenance will aid to preserve the building looking good and new for a long time. Good quality building materials normally require less maintenance than standard and cheap materials. One needs to study the life and quality of the building to ensure good construction. Maintenance is an important selection basis for building material because good materials are those which are easy and inexpensive to maintain. They add value to the building.


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