What Happens If Practical Columns Are Not Installed?

In home construction, especially one or two-story houses, practical columns are often considered as supporting elements that can be ignored. In fact, the existence of practical columns is very crucial to maintain the stability and strength of the walls. So, what can actually happen if practical columns are not installed?

1. Walls Crack More Easily
Without practical columns, brick walls stand only relying on the strength of the bonds between the bricks. When there is ground movement, temperature changes, or light vibrations, the walls are at risk of cracking because they do not have strong enough vertical ties.

2. Less Stable Wall Structure
Practical columns function as ties between walls and help withstand lateral (horizontal) forces such as wind or light shocks. If not installed, the walls can sway and become unstable in the long term.

3. Fatal Impact during Earthquakes
When an earthquake occurs, practical columns help distribute the load and force received by the walls. Without these columns, the load will be directly received by the brickwork, which is not designed to withstand dynamic loads, so that the walls can collapse or partially collapse.

4. Affects Building Aesthetics
Cracks in the walls are not only structurally dangerous, but also disrupt the appearance of the building. Wavy or cracked walls certainly reduce the aesthetic value and can incur additional repair costs in the future.

5. Does Not Meet Construction Standards
The absence of practical columns can also make the building considered not to meet civil engineering standards. This is risky if you one day want to sell the property, take care of the IMB, or apply for building insurance.

Use Quality Materials for Practical Columns
To ensure the quality of the building structure, make sure you use reinforced concrete and other materials that meet SNI standards.

PT Intisumber Bajasakti provides various sizes of threaded and plain reinforced concrete that are ideal for making practical columns.

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