Building Bricks from Blood

Oct-26-12 A method of making bricks from blood could provide an additional source of building material in arid regions.

The process, developed by Jack Munro, involves mixing the blood with a coagulant, to prevent it from hardening too quickly, and then adding the preservative sodium azide to prevent bacteria growth. This mixture was then combined with sand and baked in a simple form at the relatively low temperature of 160 degrees, resulting in a waterproof brick strong enough to be used in construction. A single cow can produce 8 gallons of blood after slaughtering, and, according to Munro, “Animal blood is one of the most prolific waste materials in the world.”

Munro envisions the bricks being used in areas with dry climates, such as the Middle East, and is currently raising funds to build a prototype house in Siwa.

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