Polystyrene concrete

(Price is valid from 01.02.2026)

Polystyrene concrete (Betolight)	Price with delivery m3 UAH.
M150	3390

Polystyrene concrete in Kharkov is a relatively new material; nevertheless, in a rather insignificant period it gained considerable popularity. Such demand in the performance of construction work is primarily due to the fact that this material has a low thermal conductivity, lightness and other technical qualities that are advantageously distinguished from a mass of analogues.The price of expanded polystyrene depends on the brand and is indicated in the price list per m3.

Polystyrene concrete is a material consisting of cement mortar and filler - polystyrene. For the production of used polystyrene foam in the form of granules, which gives the cement stone a porous structure. Air-entraining additives and modifiers are also introduced into the solution, which eliminates the ascent of polystyrene. In the process of solidification, the material forms a structure of closed air cells. That is why it has good thermal insulation performance in combination with increased strength.

Use and material features

The affordable cost of expanded polystyrene (advanced, insulated concrete) makes this material popular. But he has other advantages, causing widespread.

The material is used in monolithic concreting, as well as for insulating vertical and horizontal surfaces - roofs, attics, load-bearing walls, partitions. In addition, it is suitable for the manufacture of prefabricated elements - blocks, slabs, wall concrete elements.Concrete of different density and with different characteristics are distinguished: frost resistance, resistance to compression, tensile strength. In accordance with the properties and select the material for different tasks.

The main advantages of polystyrene are:

High noise insulation and low thermal conductivity.
Low density.
Polystyrene concrete belongs to slow-burning materials. Even with the complete burnout of polystyrene, which is almost impossible, given the low thermal conductivity of this insulating material, its compressive strength will remain almost unchanged.
A building erected from polystyrene concrete blocks, after facing with bricks or plastering, is considered to be a fire resistance category 1, therefore, plastered polystyrene concrete blocks are suitable for erecting tall buildings (up to 25 floors).
Polystyrene concrete belongs to moisture-resistant materials. The mass ratio of moisture in polystyrene concrete does not exceed 8%, while at that moment, as in cellular concrete, it is 12–22%.
Polystyrene concrete withstands from 50 to 100 cycles of freezing and thawing, which allows its use for the manufacture of enclosing structures.
Polystyrene concrete is a biostable heat-insulating material, it is not a breeding ground for the existence of various microorganisms. It does not rot, and also does not attract rodents, which is a very important factor in the construction of buildings and buildings of agricultural orientation.

Frequently Asked Questions

Polystyrene concrete is a lightweight concrete produced on the basis of cement mortar with the addition of expanded polystyrene granules.
It consists of cement, water, polystyrene granules, and special admixtures that ensure uniform distribution of the filler and mix stability.
Due to this structure, the material combines low weight, good thermal insulation properties, and sufficient strength for construction tasks.

The main differences are weight and thermal insulation.
Polystyrene concrete is significantly lighter than ordinary concrete and has low thermal conductivity, so it performs both structural and insulating functions without an additional thermal insulation layer.

Polystyrene concrete is used in construction for:

insulated floor screeds;
walls and partitions;
frame filling;
thermal insulation of floors, roofs, and attics;
production of blocks and wall elements.

Limited use.
Polystyrene concrete can be used in load-bearing structures only with proper grade and density selection (for example, M150), with design calculations and mandatory reinforcement.
Most often it is used for enclosing, self-supporting, and non-load-bearing elements, as well as in combined structures.

Due to its porous structure, the material has high thermal insulation properties.
In many cases, walls or screeds made of polystyrene concrete allow reducing or completely eliminating additional insulation.

Yes, in some cases. Polystyrene concrete combines the functions of concrete and insulation, so it is often used where it is important to reduce structural weight and improve thermal insulation without complex multilayer systems. Therefore, it is often used in screeds and enclosing walls where heat loss reduction is important.

Polystyrene concrete is a moisture-resistant material. It has low water absorption due to its closed porous structure and polystyrene granules that do not absorb water.
At the same time, like any cement-based material, polystyrene concrete is recommended to be protected with a finishing layer when used outdoors or in wet areas, which increases service life and preserves performance properties.

Yes, this is one of its most popular applications. Screeds made of polystyrene concrete are warm, lightweight, impose less load on floors, and dry faster than conventional concrete.

Yes. When using polystyrene concrete in screeds, walls, and monolithic elements, reinforcement is recommended, as it:

increases crack resistance;
improves load distribution;
increases the service life of the structure.

The type and reinforcement scheme are selected depending on the purpose of the structure and the design.

Polystyrene concrete is delivered using concrete mixer trucks, which allows the mix to retain uniformity and its working properties until unloading