Mineral materials and products (ICS 91.100.15)

DRS 484: 2021, Adobe blocks (Rukarakara) — Specification (25 page(s), in English)

This Draft Rwanda Standard provides the requirements, sampling and test methods for adobe blocks, also known as "Rukarakara" for interior and exterior use in masonry walling. The use of adobe blocks specified in this Draft Rwanda Standard applies to all buildings in category two (2) as provided in the Ministerial Order governing the categorization of buildings. Construction with adobe blocks is regulated by the Rwanda Building Code and other related regulations.