Glossary of Home Improvement Terms

Cinder Block

A masonry block often used in the  construction of the interior walls of houses and low-rise buildings. This is because moisture will cause cinder block to deteriorate.

Each cinder block usually has a hollow center that is divided into three. One block usually measures 8" x 8" x 16" in size.

Cinder block is made of crushed cinders and Portland cement. It is lighter and has a higher insulation value than concrete block.

Also see Concrete Block.

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