Utilization of Waste Plastic in Tiles
Rahul Kantilal Pawar1, Bharat Daga Patil2
1Rahul Kantilal Pawar, Assistant Professor, School of Civil Engineering, R. C. Patel Institute of Technology, Shirpur (Maharashtra), India.
2Bharat Daga Patil, Associate Professor, Department of Geography, R C Patel Arts Commerce and Science College, Shirpur (Maharashtra), India.
Manuscript received on 02 February 2023 | Revised Manuscript received on 21 February 2023 | Manuscript Accepted on 15 April 2023 | Manuscript published on 30 April 2023 | PP: 19-24 | Volume-12 Issue-4, April 2023 | Retrieval Number: 100.1/ijeat.C40280212323 | DOI: 10.35940/ijeat.C4028.0412423
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Abstract: As we humans are continuously developing ourselves for a better livelihood for ourselves and the next generation. For this ability, we continuously and intensively increase the use of plastic in our routine. This has a profoundly hazardous effect on all living things and also increasingly affects the environment, as well as the ecosystem and its inhabitants. Nowadays, the problem of plastic waste is increasing immensely, causing hazardous effects on the environment. Therefore, it is necessary to think outside the box to minimise plastic waste by exploring every possible solution. On this basis, we are exploring the use of plastic waste as a construction material, specifically in the form of plastic tiles. This research paper focuses on manufacturing floor tiles using waste plastic without the addition of any additives, such as sand or fly ash, and without the use of cement. It then analyses these tiles alongside regular tiles. By using this method, plastic waste is reduced to some extent. However, plastic consumption is increasing day by day, and there are few methods for disposing of it. The plastic tiles are compared with the regular tiles to assess the different physical and mechanical properties. The tests conducted on plastic tiles include compressive strength and vertical flammability tests, among others. The results obtained from these tests on plastic waste are far better than those of standard tiles. According to this study, it is recommended to use plastic waste as a binding material instead of floor tiles, as it proves to be economical.
Keywords: Waste Plastic, LDPE Tiles, Floor tiles.
Scope of the Article: Manufacturing Processes