Maylim Ltd

https://www.maylim.co.uk/

Dufaylite Clayboard

Published 23 March 2026 | No comments
Written by Jack Endean
CategoriesCarbon reduction Conserve of resources Lower embodied carbon content materials
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On this project, the team replaced traditional concrete blinding with Dufaylite Clayboard, a 100% recycled paper honeycomb void former. This lightweight, sustainable material provides a structurally sound void beneath slabs, mitigating ground movement and clay heave without using concrete. The switch eliminated around 5m³ of general concrete mix, reducing the project’s embedded carbon footprint by approximately 6 tonnes. This demonstrated...
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