Construction Materials in Pakistan [Updated Prices 2023]

–Cement Price in Pakistan
–Sand Price in Pakistan
–Steel Price in Pakistan
–Concrete Price in Pakistan
–Glass Price in Pakistan
–Wood Price in Pakistan
–Bricks Price in Pakistan
–Marble Price in Pakistan

When remodelling, renovating or constructing a property from the ground up, you’ve to work with different types of building materials. However, before using them, research a little about their characteristics, longevity and latest rates to make an informed choice. 

Moreover, this practice could help you save resources and reduce the overall cost of your construction project. Also, it’s better to go for the most popular construction materials in Pakistan because they may be cheaper and widely available.

Wondering what types of building materials are commonly used in the country? This blog has all the information you are looking for, so make sure to read it through.

Let’s begin!

Popular Building Materials Used in Pakistan

Here’s a list of some natural and synthetic construction materials used in Pakistan.

• Cement
• Sand
• Steel
• Concrete
• Glass
• Wood
• Bricks
• Stone

Cement

Cement is the most commonly used construction material in Pakistan. It is used for structural purposes and serves as a binding agent for other building materials. Cement is available in a variety of types among which the most popular ones are listed below

• Natural Cement
• Blast Furnace Cement
• Portland Cement
• Quick Setting Cement
• Coloured Cement
• Rapid Hardening Cement
• Sulphate Resisting Cement (SRC)
• White Portland Cement
• High Alumina Cement

All these types of cement are categorised according to their characteristics and purposes. The climatic condition of the region is an important factor to consider when selecting a particular type of cement.

Latest Cement Price in Pakistan: Starting at 1,075 per 50 KG Bag

Sand 

When mixed with soil, sand helps to lay strong foundations for buildings of different shapes and sizes. It is also used in mortar, which is a mixture of water, cement and sand. Moreover, it’s a highly important material used in the making of concrete. 

Sand needs to be free from alkaline salt, which could damage the masonry work in a building. The composition of sand in the region of Southern Punjab contains sulphate ions, which makes it inappropriate for construction. Sulphate ions may cause damage beyond repairs to the concrete and mortar used in construction, so avoid using it.

Wondering where to find the best sand in Pakistan? Well, the white-grey sand fetched from the Ravi and Chenab regions in upper Punjab is mostly preferred for construction.

Latest Sand Price in Pakistan: PKR 58* per cubic foot

*The aforementioned rates are for Chenab A+ sand quality

Steel 

One of the most common types of building materials in Pakistan is steel. It is used to make the structural framework of buildings. Steel reinforcement bars, shortened as rebars, are used for supporting concrete structures under tension to increase their shelf life. 

As we stated, steel is mostly used in a structural framework in buildings, such as pillar, beam and roof constructions. In order to prevent our structural foundations from getting rusted, we use stainless steel, which usually contains chromium content to some extent in it.

Quick Fact: Steel rebars are called Saria in Urdu. The building material is widely popular by this local name in Pakistan.

Latest Saria Rate Per KG in Pakistan: PKR 290 per KG and PKR 290,000 per metric ton

Concrete

Concrete is a mixture of gravel/lime, cement and water. Due to its formidability and longevity, concrete is among the most popular building materials used in Pakistan. However, owing to the low tensile strength, steel rods and bars are added to create a reinforced structure. 

Below are the different types of concrete used for laying the foundation and structuring a building.

• Plain Cement Concrete (PCC)     
• Reinforced Cement Concrete (RCC)     
• Reinforced Brick Concrete (RBC)     
• Prestressed Concrete     
• Fibre Reinforced Concrete (FRC)    
• Lime Concrete    
• Cement Concrete     
• Sulphur Infiltrated Concrete     
• High Early Strength Concrete     
• Polymer Concrete     
• Waterproof Concrete

Glass

Made from a mixture of silicate and brittle sand, glass is a construction material mainly used for finishing purposes. Boasting unique physical characteristics, it has a wide range of architectural applications. Nowadays, glass is also used for making windows, doors and partitions. Available in a variety of forms, glass can transmit, absorb or refract light. These characteristics are significant in terms of uplifting a structure’s aesthetic appeal.

Latest Glass Price in Pakistan (Clear untempered glass): Starting at PKR 480 per 12 mm

Wood

Wood is also among the most popular construction materials used in Pakistan. It is hygroscopic in nature and can absorb moisture in the air to maintain a pleasant environment indoors. In Pakistan, wood is used to construct walls, doors and windows. Moreover, it is also used for roofing purposes in certain regions, mostly in northern areas of the country. 

Hardwoods like oak, maple, deodar, mahogany and teak are typically used to construct ceilings, walls and floors. On the other hand softwoods like hickory, ash, beech, birch, pine and cedar are used in doors and windows. 

Latest Wood Prices in Pakistan: 

Brick

Brick is one of the most common types of building materials used in Pakistan. It is made from clay, which generally consists of silica and alumina mixed with magnesia and iron in varying amounts. The component is used in making walls, pavements and other types of masonry constructions. 

One of the key reasons behind the popularity of brick as a construction material is that it is purely inorganic and absorbs humidity better than all the other types of materials. It also minimises the risk of dust mites and mildew in a building.

Latest Bricks Price in Pakistan: PKR 14 per piece

Stone

In order to give a structure more power and strength to withstand the toughest of conditions, the use of stone in the base structure is usually recommended by experts. Stone is more durable than any other construction material. Its usage as a construction material dates back to ancient history. The pyramids of Giza and historic Roman landmarks in Europe are still standing tall to date. 

Popular types of natural stone used as building materials in Pakistan are granite, limestone and marble. They not only ensure the permanency of a structure but can also be used to decorate floors and walls. These natural forms of stone are also used in making tiles and blocks.

Latest Marble Price in Pakistan: PKR 40-100 per square foot

These were the latest prices of construction materials in Pakistan. Wondering what would be the total cost of your upcoming construction project? Use Zameen.com’s newly introduced House Construction Cost Calculator to get a near-to-accurate estimate.

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*Disclaimer: Prices quoted in the blog are fetched from multiple resources. Zameen.com doesn’t bear responsibility for any fluctuations in rates.