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@article{193301,
        author = {Mrs. Harsha S. Shind and Rajavi Bhagawat chavan and Bhagyashri Gautam Kamble and Rani Audumbar Gade and Mayur Arvind Mane},
        title = {Papercrete Blocks: Lightweight Bricks Using Waste Paper Pulp and Cement},
        journal = {International Journal of Innovative Research in Technology},
        year = {2026},
        volume = {12},
        number = {9},
        pages = {4647-4649},
        issn = {2349-6002},
        url = {https://ijirt.org/article?manuscript=193301},
        abstract = {This research investigates the development and performance of papercrete blocks—lightweight, eco-friendly bricks produced using waste paper pulp and cement. The study aims to utilize discarded paper as a sustainable raw material for construction, reducing environmental waste and overall material cost. The prepared papercrete samples were tested for compressive strength, density, and water absorption. Results show that papercrete is significantly lighter than conventional bricks, cost-effective, and suitable for non-load-bearing walls, though improvements are required for strength and water resistance.},
        keywords = {Papercrete, Lightweight bricks, Waste paper pulp, Sustainable construction, Cement composite},
        month = {February},
        }