Hempcrete Block Image showing a hemp block wall in a shed house

HEMPCRETE BLOCKS COST

Hemp block pricing

Choose the right materials with simple, transparent pricing. Quality options for projects of any size, with no hidden fees—so you can focus on building, not budgeting.

Hempcrete Block Image showing a hemp block wall in a shed house

HEMPCRETE BLOCKS COST

Hemp block pricing

Choose the right materials with simple, transparent pricing. Quality options for projects of any size, with no hidden fees—so you can focus on building, not budgeting.

Hempcrete Block Image showing a hemp block wall in a shed house

HEMPCRETE BLOCKS COST

Hemp block pricing

Choose the right materials with simple, transparent pricing. Quality options for projects of any size, with no hidden fees—so you can focus on building, not budgeting.

  • beautiful photo of a hallway built with the Respirabuilt Hempcrete blocks

    Hempcrete Cost per m²

    • Understanding the cost of hempcrete per square meter is essential for planning your project budget. This section breaks down the various factors that influence pricing:

       

      • Hempcrete Blocks Supply Cost:
        Hempcrete Blocks cost start at $109/m2 for the 80mm hempcrete block and goes up to $330+/m2 for the 300mm block. Supply cost doesn’t include GST and freight from Melbourne.

      • Hempcrete Blocks Installation Cost:
        Installing Hempcrete is faster and easier than standard block work or brickwork. Hempcrete blocks are light, robust and quick to install. Installation cost often comes at around $65/m2.

      • Installing Hempcrete Blocks Internally or Externally:
        Hempcrete Blocks can be installed both internally or externally or together. If you are looking to achieve high performance on a budget, installing hempcrete blocks internally will be a great way to achieve your goals. Installing blocks externally works really well for those areas that require at least a BAL 29 rating. Please keep in mind that lime render would be required to finish the external walls.

    beautiful photo of a hallway built with the Respirabuilt Hempcrete blocks

    Hempcrete Cost per m²

    • Understanding the cost of hempcrete per square meter is essential for planning your project budget. This section breaks down the various factors that influence pricing:

       

      • Hempcrete Blocks Supply Cost:
        Hempcrete Blocks cost start at $109/m2 for the 80mm hempcrete block and goes up to $330+/m2 for the 300mm block. Supply cost doesn’t include GST and freight from Melbourne.

      • Hempcrete Blocks Installation Cost:
        Installing Hempcrete is faster and easier than standard block work or brickwork. Hempcrete blocks are light, robust and quick to install. Installation cost often comes at around $65/m2.

      • Installing Hempcrete Blocks Internally or Externally:
        Hempcrete Blocks can be installed both internally or externally or together. If you are looking to achieve high performance on a budget, installing hempcrete blocks internally will be a great way to achieve your goals. Installing blocks externally works really well for those areas that require at least a BAL 29 rating. Please keep in mind that lime render would be required to finish the external walls.

    beautiful photo of a hallway built with the Respirabuilt Hempcrete blocks

    Hempcrete Cost per m²

    • Understanding the cost of hempcrete per square meter is essential for planning your project budget. This section breaks down the various factors that influence pricing:

       

      • Hempcrete Blocks Supply Cost:
        Hempcrete Blocks cost start at $109/m2 for the 80mm hempcrete block and goes up to $330+/m2 for the 300mm block. Supply cost doesn’t include GST and freight from Melbourne.

      • Hempcrete Blocks Installation Cost:
        Installing Hempcrete is faster and easier than standard block work or brickwork. Hempcrete blocks are light, robust and quick to install. Installation cost often comes at around $65/m2.

      • Installing Hempcrete Blocks Internally or Externally:
        Hempcrete Blocks can be installed both internally or externally or together. If you are looking to achieve high performance on a budget, installing hempcrete blocks internally will be a great way to achieve your goals. Installing blocks externally works really well for those areas that require at least a BAL 29 rating. Please keep in mind that lime render would be required to finish the external walls.

  • a beautiful living room showcasing a designed home built with Respirabuilt Hempcrete blocks

    Hempcrete Blocks Vs Standard Materials

    • When considering a cost comparison between hempcrete blocks and other materials there are a few things to keep in mind:

       

      • Durability of The Chosen Material:

        – Hempcrete Blocks: Thanks to their excellent moisture management abilities, hempcrete blocks are considered a very durable building material. In fact, there are examples of hempcrete structures that have stood for centuries.

        – Conventional materials: Materials such as cement fibre, wooden cladding, and weatherboard often have an expected durability of no more than 50 years—if you’re lucky. A more durable conventional material that compares to hempcrete blocks is clay brick.

        Note: Since moisture is one of the primary causes of building failure, it’s critical that our building envelopes effectively regulate moisture.

       

      • Thermal Performance And Running Costs:

        Heating and cooling account for one of the largest portion of most families’ energy expenses. 

        For example, weatherboard may seem like a significantly cheaper option upfront compared to other materials. However, due to its almost non-existent thermal performance, the energy cost of maintaining a weatherboard home would be substantially higher than that of a home built with hempcrete blocks. Additionally, glasswool insulation often underperforms after just a few years, this is due to eventual sagging and inability to resist moisture. Hempcrete has proven to maintain excellent thermal performance throughout decades

        Choosing a high-performing building material not only impacts your energy bills but also enhances your overall comfort and quality of living.

       

      • Does Health Have a Price?

        What price would you put on the health of your family? Most modern homes are not designed with human health as a priority. The use of chemically treated materials—which can release VOCs and promote mold growth—is often overlooked during construction or renovation.

        Extensive studies have shown that the quality of our indoor environment can have a significant impact on our health, with phenomena such as “sick building syndrome” being well documented.

        Hempcrete blocks are among the few building materials that promote health and human well-being. They are breathable, fully natural, non-toxic, and VOC-free. Thanks to their highly alkaline limestone composition, hempcrete blocks actively work against mold and bacteria proliferation.

    a beautiful living room showcasing a designed home built with Respirabuilt Hempcrete blocks

    Hempcrete Blocks Vs Standard Materials

    • When considering a cost comparison between hempcrete blocks and other materials there are a few things to keep in mind:

       

      • Durability of The Chosen Material:

        – Hempcrete Blocks: Thanks to their excellent moisture management abilities, hempcrete blocks are considered a very durable building material. In fact, there are examples of hempcrete structures that have stood for centuries.

        – Conventional materials: Materials such as cement fibre, wooden cladding, and weatherboard often have an expected durability of no more than 50 years—if you’re lucky. A more durable conventional material that compares to hempcrete blocks is clay brick.

        Note: Since moisture is one of the primary causes of building failure, it’s critical that our building envelopes effectively regulate moisture.

       

      • Thermal Performance And Running Costs:

        Heating and cooling account for one of the largest portion of most families’ energy expenses. 

        For example, weatherboard may seem like a significantly cheaper option upfront compared to other materials. However, due to its almost non-existent thermal performance, the energy cost of maintaining a weatherboard home would be substantially higher than that of a home built with hempcrete blocks. Additionally, glasswool insulation often underperforms after just a few years, this is due to eventual sagging and inability to resist moisture. Hempcrete has proven to maintain excellent thermal performance throughout decades

        Choosing a high-performing building material not only impacts your energy bills but also enhances your overall comfort and quality of living.

       

      • Does Health Have a Price?

        What price would you put on the health of your family? Most modern homes are not designed with human health as a priority. The use of chemically treated materials—which can release VOCs and promote mold growth—is often overlooked during construction or renovation.

        Extensive studies have shown that the quality of our indoor environment can have a significant impact on our health, with phenomena such as “sick building syndrome” being well documented.

        Hempcrete blocks are among the few building materials that promote health and human well-being. They are breathable, fully natural, non-toxic, and VOC-free. Thanks to their highly alkaline limestone composition, hempcrete blocks actively work against mold and bacteria proliferation.

    a beautiful living room showcasing a designed home built with Respirabuilt Hempcrete blocks

    Hempcrete Blocks Vs Standard Materials

    • When considering a cost comparison between hempcrete blocks and other materials there are a few things to keep in mind:

       

      • Durability of The Chosen Material:

        – Hempcrete Blocks: Thanks to their excellent moisture management abilities, hempcrete blocks are considered a very durable building material. In fact, there are examples of hempcrete structures that have stood for centuries.

        – Conventional materials: Materials such as cement fibre, wooden cladding, and weatherboard often have an expected durability of no more than 50 years—if you’re lucky. A more durable conventional material that compares to hempcrete blocks is clay brick.

        Note: Since moisture is one of the primary causes of building failure, it’s critical that our building envelopes effectively regulate moisture.

       

      • Thermal Performance And Running Costs:

        Heating and cooling account for one of the largest portion of most families’ energy expenses. 

        For example, weatherboard may seem like a significantly cheaper option upfront compared to other materials. However, due to its almost non-existent thermal performance, the energy cost of maintaining a weatherboard home would be substantially higher than that of a home built with hempcrete blocks. Additionally, glasswool insulation often underperforms after just a few years, this is due to eventual sagging and inability to resist moisture. Hempcrete has proven to maintain excellent thermal performance throughout decades

        Choosing a high-performing building material not only impacts your energy bills but also enhances your overall comfort and quality of living.

       

      • Does Health Have a Price?

        What price would you put on the health of your family? Most modern homes are not designed with human health as a priority. The use of chemically treated materials—which can release VOCs and promote mold growth—is often overlooked during construction or renovation.

        Extensive studies have shown that the quality of our indoor environment can have a significant impact on our health, with phenomena such as “sick building syndrome” being well documented.

        Hempcrete blocks are among the few building materials that promote health and human well-being. They are breathable, fully natural, non-toxic, and VOC-free. Thanks to their highly alkaline limestone composition, hempcrete blocks actively work against mold and bacteria proliferation.

  • a studio showing how the hempcrete blocks have been used as an external cladding

    Hempcrete Blocks VS Bricks

    • We are frequently asked about the cost differences between hempcrete blocks and bricks. Here’s a breakdown:

      • Supply Cost:

        • Hempcrete Blocks: Start at approximately $109/m².

        • Bricks: Basic bricks may start around $80/m². However, if you opt for decent quality bricks, expect to pay at least $100/m² (assuming about 50 bricks/m²).

      • Installation Cost:

        • Hempcrete Blocks: Installation is quick and straightforward, starting at roughly $65/m².

        • Bricks: Installation can be more expensive, with bricklayers charging between $80 and $120/m² for a well-laid wall.

      • Finishing the Wall:

        • Hempcrete Blocks: These can be finished in several ways. You can leave the blocks exposed and seal the wall with a breathable membrane. Most customers choose a lime render finish, which enhances durability, breathability, and overall performance; lime render installation typically costs around $100/m². More economical options include plastering the walls or applying a coat of breathable paint.

        • Bricks: Often, bricks do not require any finish. Depending on the desired aesthetic, they can be left exposed or painted.

    a studio showing how the hempcrete blocks have been used as an external cladding

    Hempcrete Blocks VS Bricks

    • We are frequently asked about the cost differences between hempcrete blocks and bricks. Here’s a breakdown:

      • Supply Cost:

        • Hempcrete Blocks: Start at approximately $109/m².

        • Bricks: Basic bricks may start around $80/m². However, if you opt for decent quality bricks, expect to pay at least $100/m² (assuming about 50 bricks/m²).

      • Installation Cost:

        • Hempcrete Blocks: Installation is quick and straightforward, starting at roughly $65/m².

        • Bricks: Installation can be more expensive, with bricklayers charging between $80 and $120/m² for a well-laid wall.

      • Finishing the Wall:

        • Hempcrete Blocks: These can be finished in several ways. You can leave the blocks exposed and seal the wall with a breathable membrane. Most customers choose a lime render finish, which enhances durability, breathability, and overall performance; lime render installation typically costs around $100/m². More economical options include plastering the walls or applying a coat of breathable paint.

        • Bricks: Often, bricks do not require any finish. Depending on the desired aesthetic, they can be left exposed or painted.

    a studio showing how the hempcrete blocks have been used as an external cladding

    Hempcrete Blocks VS Bricks

    • We are frequently asked about the cost differences between hempcrete blocks and bricks. Here’s a breakdown:

      • Supply Cost:

        • Hempcrete Blocks: Start at approximately $109/m².

        • Bricks: Basic bricks may start around $80/m². However, if you opt for decent quality bricks, expect to pay at least $100/m² (assuming about 50 bricks/m²).

      • Installation Cost:

        • Hempcrete Blocks: Installation is quick and straightforward, starting at roughly $65/m².

        • Bricks: Installation can be more expensive, with bricklayers charging between $80 and $120/m² for a well-laid wall.

      • Finishing the Wall:

        • Hempcrete Blocks: These can be finished in several ways. You can leave the blocks exposed and seal the wall with a breathable membrane. Most customers choose a lime render finish, which enhances durability, breathability, and overall performance; lime render installation typically costs around $100/m². More economical options include plastering the walls or applying a coat of breathable paint.

        • Bricks: Often, bricks do not require any finish. Depending on the desired aesthetic, they can be left exposed or painted.

  • a house under construction that is getting rendered where people are installing Respirabuilt Hempcrete blocks

    Conclusion

    • If you are looking for a wall that is durable, resistant, and requires little to no finishing, then exposed bricks can be a great choice. However, if you prefer a high-performance, breathable, and healthy premium wall system—and are willing to spend about 20% more than standard bricks—hempcrete blocks could transform your home into an incredible place to live.

    a house under construction that is getting rendered where people are installing Respirabuilt Hempcrete blocks

    Conclusion

    • If you are looking for a wall that is durable, resistant, and requires little to no finishing, then exposed bricks can be a great choice. However, if you prefer a high-performance, breathable, and healthy premium wall system—and are willing to spend about 20% more than standard bricks—hempcrete blocks could transform your home into an incredible place to live.

    a house under construction that is getting rendered where people are installing Respirabuilt Hempcrete blocks

    Conclusion

    • If you are looking for a wall that is durable, resistant, and requires little to no finishing, then exposed bricks can be a great choice. However, if you prefer a high-performance, breathable, and healthy premium wall system—and are willing to spend about 20% more than standard bricks—hempcrete blocks could transform your home into an incredible place to live.

Your healthy home could start with a conversation.

Hand on the wall on a beautiful lime render wall

From concept to finalised project, we can support you along the whole journey.

Your healthy home could start with a conversation.

Hand on the wall on a beautiful lime render wall

From concept to finalised project, we can support you along the whole journey.

Your healthy home could start with a conversation.

Hand on the wall on a beautiful lime render wall

From concept to finalised project, we can support you along the whole journey.