Home building and renovation projects can be extremely rewarding, even though they are hard work. To make the work easier and more rewarding, you will need a few essential construction materials. Buildit is here to help you compile your shopping list, which should include the following ten essential building materials: 

Essential Building Materials for a Home Construction Project

The exact list of items you will need depends on the type and scale of project you are planning. That being said, you are likely to need the following essential items for any home construction project: 

1. Cement

You will need good quality cement to pour foundations and build walls, among other things.

2. Bricks

Obviously, if you have a wall to build, you will need bricks. But what type: concrete, clay, sand lime? Speak to a building expert if you are not sure which bricks you need.

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3. Glass

If your project includes windows or similar structures, you will need glass. There are several kinds of glass for different sorts of projects - flat, toughened, patterned, laminated, coated, tinted, etc.

4. Wood

Wood, cut to various lengths, thicknesses and widths, serves a range of purposes in construction. It most often serves as support, frameworks or buttressing.

5. Roofing Materials

The most common roofing materials are corrugated iron, shingles, slate, and concrete or clay tiles.

6. Plumbing Supplies

If your project includes plumbing installations, you will need appropriate equipment and materials, such as pipes, taps, etc. If you are not confident with plumbing work, it is best to seek the help of a professional.

7. Electrical Supplies

Electrical installations require wiring and plastic conduits at the very least. As with plumbing, this part of your project may be something you want to leave to professional service providers. However, if you are a confident home electrician, you should be able to get everything you need from your favourite building supplier.

8. Drywall

Instead of building new interior walls from bricks, you may want to use drywall. This is a sheet material used for ceilings and walls. It is lighter and easier to use than bricks and cement, and presents a smooth, flat surface for painting and finishing.

9. Steel

Depending on the project you are busy with, you may need steel in some form. For example, steel rebar can be used to reinforce concrete structures.

10. Hardware

You are likely to need a variety of screws, nails and other fasteners, as well as other hardware accessories and supplies. Feel free to ask us about the various supplies you will need. 

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