Clayey Soils Explained: What to Know Before Building – SmartSense

Clay is not an ideal soil type for construction. Clay soil types are known for being highly reactive to moisture, and if you don’t know about the clay you’re building on, it can spell bad news for your construction project. Keep reading to learn what clay is and how you can build a foundation on clay soil.  What is clay?  Clay is a type of soil that is soft and sticky when wet and hard when dry. Out of all the soil types, clay has the finest particles, which gives it its physical characteristics. When wet, clay particles are surrounded by a molecular film of water, which causes it to be high in plasticity.  Properties of clay soil:  High plasticity  Reactive to water  Swells and contracts  Sticky  Heavy when wet  Brittle when dry  The characteristics of the clay on your
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