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Re: General Topic Thread-To Discuss Anything And Everything in Building Construction by michlins(m): 5:38am On May 16, 2021 |
smartnoni:if you like this, I can make it for you. Though it's a bit more expensive than the usual local doors. I already did it for a fellow here which invertedhammer can confirm of the superiority and quality
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Re: General Topic Thread-To Discuss Anything And Everything in Building Construction by bixton(m): 6:01am On May 16, 2021 |
EgunMogaji2: Hahaha Baba The dishes we cook in Nigeria and the way we use our kitchen is quite different from that in the US........except you mean to say you have it installed in the kitchen of your Nigerian house..... ![]() ![]() 6 Likes |
Re: General Topic Thread-To Discuss Anything And Everything in Building Construction by Chekitaut: 7:47am On May 16, 2021 |
GRANITE Lagos, Nigeria 30tons Load Capacity @₦230,000 ... beyond imagination
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Re: General Topic Thread-To Discuss Anything And Everything in Building Construction by EgunMogaji2: 8:10am On May 16, 2021 |
bixton: I don’t subscribe to the idea of Nigeria being unique. My current kitchen is open to the dining and living and no issues. Wallpaper works in kitchens. Not the cheapest Chinese junk but good quality ones. I don’t like wallpapers, I don’t use them so you won’t see the in my house but that doesn’t mean it’s not possible to use. 1 Like |
Re: General Topic Thread-To Discuss Anything And Everything in Building Construction by Horlardorjah(m): 8:15am On May 16, 2021 |
EgunMogaji2: I second the disagreement. Lol. Used it for a client like two years back and I'm yet to be called for correction, I used it off the cooker n sink area though. That it hasn't been used by him or seen near him doesn't mean it's not possible, I had to do google search for like two days and make calls before I went ahead with it when the client's wife was so adamant with her choice of it. 1 Like |
Re: General Topic Thread-To Discuss Anything And Everything in Building Construction by EgunMogaji2: 8:20am On May 16, 2021 |
diordaves: I appreciate your post, a lot. I’ve reserved myself to selling the house direct. Luckily I don’t need to sell it to start my next project, I just hate having two personal houses. The shenanigans did already start with the valuer. Shameful. Thanks all. 2 Likes |
Re: General Topic Thread-To Discuss Anything And Everything in Building Construction by EgunMogaji2: 8:23am On May 16, 2021 |
smartnoni: Please don’t use local door for your doors in your private residence. Research good foreign doors from good sellers. |
Re: General Topic Thread-To Discuss Anything And Everything in Building Construction by EgunMogaji2: 8:26am On May 16, 2021 |
hamtabfawaz: I disagree. It’s very suitable. Folks, please don’t limit your clients projects by your shortsightedness. Expand your horizon by researching well and maybe do tests. |
Re: General Topic Thread-To Discuss Anything And Everything in Building Construction by EgunMogaji2: 8:27am On May 16, 2021 |
dongc: Excellent. They’ll start saying the food we cook in Nigerian kitchen as if it’s not the same food that I’m cooking in my kitchen in the USA. |
Re: General Topic Thread-To Discuss Anything And Everything in Building Construction by sinorte: 9:25am On May 16, 2021 |
sinorte: Abeg make una help me with information. I no wan enter one chance ![]() @N3xt I read up your article on the subject matter on KoboCity. Thanks for that. But it didn't answer the question on the suitability of sharp sand to make the stones. |
Re: General Topic Thread-To Discuss Anything And Everything in Building Construction by diordaves(m): 9:26am On May 16, 2021 |
EgunMogaji2: Better option to sell directly. When it comes to property sales, Nigeria is not as structured as we are used to overseas. No regulator, no ombudsman. You may as well be selling guguru and groundnut by the road side. 1 Like |
Re: General Topic Thread-To Discuss Anything And Everything in Building Construction by Aimolatunde1(m): 10:17am On May 16, 2021 |
sinorte: 1. Interlocking stones are not load bearing components so you don’t need granite. You can use it only if you want, then you are advised to use half inch granite. 2. Using stone dust all through is bad for your stones. You should combine stone dust with sharp sand (gutter sand or washed sand will give the best results). The mix ratio should be 60:40 (sharpsand : stone dust). If you use only stone dust, it wouldn’t take time to erode. Stone dust help you achieve a fine finish but they are not strong for bonding. Your mix ratio matters too, remember. 2 Likes |
Re: General Topic Thread-To Discuss Anything And Everything in Building Construction by sinorte: 10:25am On May 16, 2021 |
Aimolatunde1: Thank you sir. This is much appreciated. What I understood from your post is that I can use sharp sand, cement and half inch granite to make the stones (in the right ratio), in a situation where the cost of the stone dust is too much for me. Please confirm. |
Re: General Topic Thread-To Discuss Anything And Everything in Building Construction by n3xt(m): 11:10am On May 16, 2021 |
sinorte: Yes, you can and as a matter of fact Ikorodu folks like using sharp sand and granite a lot. I've worked with them and it do work fine. I dey busy ni but it is all for good. I'm sorry for the late reply ![]() |
Re: General Topic Thread-To Discuss Anything And Everything in Building Construction by sinorte: 11:17am On May 16, 2021 |
n3xt: Thank you sir. Much appreciated |
Re: General Topic Thread-To Discuss Anything And Everything in Building Construction by omanzo02: 12:03pm On May 16, 2021 |
michlins:What are the sizes of those entrance doors? |
Re: General Topic Thread-To Discuss Anything And Everything in Building Construction by Aimolatunde1(m): 12:10pm On May 16, 2021 |
sinorte: The following are combinations (at the right ratio); a. Stone dust + sharp sand b. Stone dust + sharp sand + 1/2” granite c. sharp sand + 1/2” granite d. sharp sand alone all with cement. It’s advisable you use stone dust (for the fine finish y’know you’d still get good results without it) but do NOT use it without sharp sand. 3 Likes |
Re: General Topic Thread-To Discuss Anything And Everything in Building Construction by DFAMEGUY11S(m): 12:17pm On May 16, 2021 |
Happy Sunday to you all customer and friends i wish you wonderful celebration |
Re: General Topic Thread-To Discuss Anything And Everything in Building Construction by n3xt(m): 12:30pm On May 16, 2021 |
Aimolatunde1: What will happen if he use only stone dust for his production? I've over 25,000sqm without sharp sand and there has never been any issue. #justasking for learning purpose https://web.facebook.com/199049746782483/videos/158045835627550 https://web.facebook.com/199049746782483/videos/594784191346800 https://web.facebook.com/199049746782483/videos/504354486884312 |
Re: General Topic Thread-To Discuss Anything And Everything in Building Construction by Jasobry: 12:42pm On May 16, 2021 |
EgunMogaji2: Local door get class ooo. This is a local door 2 Likes |
Re: General Topic Thread-To Discuss Anything And Everything in Building Construction by spyder880(m): 12:43pm On May 16, 2021 |
I think this discussion about interlocking stones and the requirements for making them are location based. Here in Enugu, we dont have and dont use stone dust to make interlocking stones, they use sharp sand and very small granite like 3/8 or less. It still lasts for very long. I will break one interlocking tile left from the one they made for my house compound floor 5 years ago and we will see what is inside later today. 4 Likes
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Re: General Topic Thread-To Discuss Anything And Everything in Building Construction by n3xt(m): 12:51pm On May 16, 2021 |
Re: General Topic Thread-To Discuss Anything And Everything in Building Construction by wane01(m): 12:57pm On May 16, 2021 |
EgunMogaji2: Hello Chief, I am interested in your conversation about water pressure and booster pumps as i am facing a related low-water pressure issue. Recently i bought a fully automatic Hisense washing machine to be used at my place. After the installation at home ( to the water inlets) , we powered the machine and water wasnt going in. ( But the machine works pretty well if filled with water manually by pouring water into it). The machine was returned to the dealership who also sent it to the service center for diagnosis and repairs, but later the machine was returned with an “OK” service status. After several tests at my place we discovered that the water pressure from my tanks was too low to open the selenoid inlet valves which was amazing because the tanks are about 5 feet above the ground and are huge GP Tanks. I had to test the machine again by connecting it directly to the 1.5HP submersive pump supplying water to the tanks, then the machine inlet valves were properly opened under that amount of pressure. Right now i’m setting for installing water booster pump specifically for just the washing machine ( the house water supply works pretty fine and i dont want to go through the headache of raising the tanks higher, which i dont even think would be a sufficient fix ) Do have recommendations on where i can get the water booster pumps from either within Lagos or if it’s waybill-able and do you know of any plumber who can install it in such a way that it works perfectly with the washing machine with no alteration to the washing machine ( washing machine is still under 1 year warranty )? Also considering that the washing machine only expects to take in water on few occasions during the operation cycle. If you were in my shoes how would you DIY this? Cc: n3xt 1 Like |
Re: General Topic Thread-To Discuss Anything And Everything in Building Construction by hamtabfawaz(m): 1:00pm On May 16, 2021 |
EgunMogaji2: Your Point is Noted Sir... Different stuff for different folks. Although I wouldn't recommend a wallpaper in the kitchen for my clients, i would prefer to explore better Options. Please Note: The Kitchen usually has high Temperature due to the heated activities, Where Steam and Moisture do set in, & that's not good for a wallpaper. Moisture or Steam could ruin your Wallpaper!!! That's That .... ![]() |||| Oga Mi, what's My Percentage if I can get a buyer for your Omi Adio/Ibadan lands ? 7 Likes 1 Share |
Re: General Topic Thread-To Discuss Anything And Everything in Building Construction by michlins(m): 1:33pm On May 16, 2021 |
omanzo02:7ft by 3ft sir but could be customized for your build |
Re: General Topic Thread-To Discuss Anything And Everything in Building Construction by diordaves(m): 1:34pm On May 16, 2021 |
wane01: If I were in your shoes I would have another look at the installation. What is the size of the pipe going into the washing machine? The pipe should be 3/4 inches. This increases pressure at the last mile. Check to ensure this has not been modified to suit the Nigerian way of plumbing. A bigger pipe dimension will reduce pressure. Another option is to run direct a dedicated pipe straight from the water tower with the right pipe dimension. The electricians do same for things like cooker or a/c. I will not rush to booster option just yet as the home water pressure is ok. I would explore the installation option first before bringing out the bazooka. 1 Like
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Re: General Topic Thread-To Discuss Anything And Everything in Building Construction by michlins(m): 1:35pm On May 16, 2021 |
wane01:picture of the water tank in comparison to your building will help sir |
Re: General Topic Thread-To Discuss Anything And Everything in Building Construction by n3xt(m): 1:38pm On May 16, 2021 |
hamtabfawaz: Use eba/garri/fufu/akpu to fix your wallpaper. But on the flipside sha, that's just an excuse... I'd do it in my kitchen and nothing will happen to the wallpaper. Do kitchen cabinets like moisture or steam? NO! Yet we use plywoods (hdf and mdfs) and NOT steel or concrete to make our cabinets without worries. Before we start all these tiles, cabinet craze, we used to have wallpaper inside our cabinets to make it nice and nothing dey do am except that cockroach love eating those paper. I'd use wallpaper creatively in my kitchen. |
Re: General Topic Thread-To Discuss Anything And Everything in Building Construction by n3xt(m): 1:41pm On May 16, 2021 |
wane01: There are several merchant here selling booster pump. And installation of booster pump is not rocket science for plumbers wey sabi. I have one Where's your location? |
Re: General Topic Thread-To Discuss Anything And Everything in Building Construction by wane01(m): 1:47pm On May 16, 2021 |
n3xt: I stay within Lagos, Alimosho. |
Re: General Topic Thread-To Discuss Anything And Everything in Building Construction by wane01(m): 1:48pm On May 16, 2021 |
michlins: Thanks, will do this when home. |
Re: General Topic Thread-To Discuss Anything And Everything in Building Construction by n3xt(m): 1:48pm On May 16, 2021 |
diordaves: This might work though. I have similar issue with 2 tap backing each other. One has 3/4 in pipe and the other has 1in pipe running water into the rooms. Interestingly, the installation with 3/4in pipe had more pressure than the one with 1in pipe. Both tap are at the same level and they're just 1 foot away from each other but if you open both tap to fill 100l tank at the same time, the one outside will fill up 5 minutes earlier than the other one inside. 1 Like |
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