sonnie10:


I was actually talking about that design on the wall that looks like unplastered blocks. But they actually look and feel glossy to touch. I just know that they are not tiles.

gordonbarrett:
Thanks. It slopes to the back. Had to double lap the sheets to ensure it's leak proof.

Charisdesigns:


Many of the potential problems of flat Roofs involves leakage, wind damage, roof drain blockage, etc.

However, it is important we understand that there's a thin line between a true flat roof and a low slope roof.( The major difference is the construction process).

A true flat roof is systematically sloped to gently control and direct water to a roof drain that connects with a downspout. In contrast, A low slope roof have a much lower slope than the traditional roofs and still lead to roof drain or off the edge of a roof. Typically their slope is usually in the range of 2'-12''. Meaning the higher the first number the more steep the angle of the roof.

It is also important to note that in the west, one don't just decide to slam a flat roof on his/her build, you have to firstly determine if the flat roof should be (cold flat roof or warm flat roof) which is usually the function of the insulation type adopted. No piece of architecture is naturally resistant to weather, and it’s the architect’s job to make sure a design is equipped with the high-performances materials and considered details it needs to protect the people that inhabit it.

Conclusively, planning/designing is everything, and it should be gotten right from inception

Extra: introduction of parapet walls that serves as wind breakers and introduction of roof drains should always be considered in construction of flat roofs.

Charisdesigns:


Many of the potential problems of flat Roofs involves leakage, wind damage, roof drain blockage, etc.

However, it is important we understand that there's a thin line between a true flat roof and a low slope roof.( The major difference is the construction process).

A true flat roof is systematically sloped to gently control and direct water to a roof drain that connects with a downspout. In contrast, A low slope roof have a much lower slope than the traditional roofs and still lead to roof drain or off the edge of a roof. Typically their slope is usually in the range of 2'-12''. Meaning the higher the first number the more steep the angle of the roof.

It is also important to note that in the west, one don't just decide to slam a flat roof on his/her build, you have to firstly determine if the flat roof should be (cold flat roof or warm flat roof) which is usually the function of the insulation type adopted. No piece of architecture is naturally resistant to weather, and it’s the architect’s job to make sure a design is equipped with the high-performances materials and considered details it needs to protect the people that inhabit it.

Conclusively, planning/designing is everything, and it should be gotten right from inception

Extra: introduction of parapet walls that serves as wind breakers and introduction of roof drains should always be considered in construction of flat roofs.

gordonbarrett:
Nice one. Well articulated. My only problem with parapet walls and hidden roof is maintenance. Kobo kobo project do not need the added stress of annual or perennial retouch.

@n3xt was comparing the paint job on his wall and that of the main building. Image if the main building had a parapet wall with coping. Just hope that architects and builders adequately explain to house owners the implications of some of these exquisite designs.

gordonbarrett:
Nice one. Well articulated. My only problem with parapet walls and hidden roof is maintenance. Kobo kobo project do not need the added stress of annual or perennial retouch.

@n3xt was comparing the paint job on his wall and that of the main building. Image if the main building had a parapet wall with coping. Just hope that architects and builders adequately explain to house owners the implications of some of these exquisite designs.

n3xt:


You just gave me ideas. Parapet wall metal cap can be installed on my fence

EgunMogaji2:


The temptation to convert my roof design to a hip roof is high. I am also considering just changing the whole shebang to concrete deck.

n3xt:


Don’t try it baba. Concrete deck ke...

I’ll be installing my flat roof in coming weeks. I promise to share all the processes here.

n3xt:


You just gave me ideas. Parapet wall metal cap can be installed on my fence

n3xt:


You just gave me ideas. Parapet wall metal cap can be installed on my fence

n3xt:


I think they’re granite slab

n3xt:


You just gave me ideas. Parapet wall metal cap can be installed on my fence

sonnie10:


Those things will be missing under just a few day. Na nija we dey oo!

Charisdesigns:


More like a roof flashing.

Introduction of coping and throat.ing( I don't know why nairaland is censoring throat..ing to drinking) can go a long way to solve your issue aswell

Charisdesigns:


More like a roof flashing.

Introduction of coping and throat.ing( I don't know why nairaland is censoring throat..ing to drinking) can go a long way to solve your issue aswell

n3xt:


You just gave me ideas. Parapet wall metal cap can be installed on my fence

bixton:


If you're thinking that way why don't you use flexible polycarbonate sheets.....

n3xt:

I’m considering metal sheets because of the drip edges.
Coping didn’t fix my fence issh...

Focusmind:


How much do you charge per sqm with materials?

uncleteeh:

What "issh" sir?

EgunMogaji2:


I'll be reading with glee. You see my concern is the maintenance. But that is my MaiGuards own to deal with I guess. Someone will have to get up there to clean the drains.

n3xt:


I’m considering metal sheets because of the drip edges.

Coping didn’t fix my fence issh...

diordaves:


You beat me to it:

Management of Dangote Cement Plc has said yesterday that the price of its product per bag from the factory was between N2,450 in Obajana and Gboko, and N2,510 in Ibese, inclusive of VAT.

The clarification came against the backdrop recent insinuations that the company sells cement in Nigeria at significantly higher prices relative to other countries, particularly Ghana and Zambia.

Dangote’s Group Executive Director, Strategy, Portfolio Development & Capital Projects, Devakumar Edwin, who gave the clarification at an interface with journalists in Lagos, revealed that while a bag of cement sells for an equivalent of $5.1, including VAT in Nigeria, it sells for $7.2 in Ghana and $5.95 in Zambia ex-factory, inclusive of all taxes.

ALSO READ: Dangote Is Selling Cement For 1,150 Naira In Zambia

He said that though the company has direct control over its ex-factory prices, it could control the ultimate price of cement in the market.

According to him, it is important to distinguish Dangote’s ex-factory prices from prices at which retailers sell cement in the market.

n3xt:


It didn’t bro. Or maybe the design though.

bixton:


Okay.......

I think tyrolean rendering can be done with different colors,........is it not water proof too??

Cc: gbadexy

Gigaset:
I will definitely ship the windows from here and hope to find a professional to install it correctly this time.

Thanks one more time you beat me to this

femidbuilder:
Can anyone recommend a painter who can do a quality job for a project in Lekki. Need someone who can deliver a flawless job with quality paints.

n3xt:


There’s practically nothing to maintain if the installation is right.

gbadexy:

No sir. It's mainly cement and sharp sand sprayed and partly rubbed.
It can be painted though.

Naijapal:


I've always maintained that the government is to blame in all of this whether dangote or retailers raise the price too much. We have a body saddled with the responsibility of protecting consumers. What is the function of consumer protection council (CPC)?