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| Re: General Topic Thread-To Discuss Anything And Everything in Building Construction by michlins(m): 8:11am On Dec 24, 2020 |
If we keep this mindset, there will be no redistribution of wealth. If you can afford those expensive stuff,buy it and use. But don't do it to impress anyone. When the rich people decides to be stingy, how can the poor get some of the welath 3 Likes 1 Share |
| Re: General Topic Thread-To Discuss Anything And Everything in Building Construction by Dijita: 8:30am On Dec 24, 2020 |
n3xt: Sometimes ones taste or style preference has nothing to do with trying to impress people. Some people build duplex and put long span. Some people build bungalow( including myself) and then install Gerald because we like it. 90% of the time I wear wrist watch it is under my sleeve no one sees it. the wrist watch is not to impress anyone or to keep time. I wear it because my dressing process give me some level of satisfaction. I Like to open my shoe rack to select the right shoe, select the appropriate curve links and the right wrist watch. I am not a fashionista. it is only my wife and children that knows what is in my ward robe. My dressing is not to impress people but the process give me satisfaction. The same thing people can buy Gerald or Lexus not necessarily to impress anybody but to derive self satisfaction. 14 Likes |
| Re: General Topic Thread-To Discuss Anything And Everything in Building Construction by Dijita: 8:44am On Dec 24, 2020 |
n3xt: You seem to think these benches are better that each other. They are not. they serve difference purposes. In fact if you asked me to choose I will choose Picture 1 because it can be used both indoor and outdoor. Picture 3 is permanently outdoor while you can use pic 2 outside pray it doesn't rain when you forget to bring it in. But I got your point. If you don't like the way the bio digester chamber is exposed you can put a flower pot on or put a decorative light on it. The options are endless 2 Likes |
| Re: General Topic Thread-To Discuss Anything And Everything in Building Construction by n3xt(m): 9:06am On Dec 24, 2020 |
Dijita: I share this same value several years ago until I realize my iPhone can buy 3,000 blocks. I cherished the “Apple Fanboy” appellation until I realize the cost of my MacBook can empower 50 young Nigerian. So my values changed from self-actualization to touching lives and driving impact. The lives I touch became the Lexus and the nice stuffs I wear. That’s my story now! _________ 9 Likes 2 Shares
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| Re: General Topic Thread-To Discuss Anything And Everything in Building Construction by n3xt(m): 9:21am On Dec 24, 2020 |
Dijita: That’s just the point! |
| Re: General Topic Thread-To Discuss Anything And Everything in Building Construction by Dijita: 9:55am On Dec 24, 2020 |
n3xt: I commend your effort in impacting young ones. However I think that is a different topic entirely. Buying Gerald instead of Long span does not stops one from giving back to society. Bill Gates live in Medina where average real estate cost is close to $3million. It didn't stops him from helping people all over the world. He didn't move to Newark New Jersey because the reduction in the cost of living can help more people. If you are the one standing in the front in suit. what you are wearing are not just nice stuffs they are luxury to some people. Apple fan boy is a discussion for another day 9 Likes |
| Re: General Topic Thread-To Discuss Anything And Everything in Building Construction by omanzo02: 10:52am On Dec 24, 2020 |
Dijita:Yes and no. The typical Nigerian mentality (majority) and irrelevant social pressure, they feel you must prove to them you worth a certain level of success by what you do or where you are in life and the oppressive character that we belong to another category. In reality taste and style should be borne out of personal preference, and not what others do or what others thinks about us. I have a semi-selfdriving car in my driveway here but I jump on okada or hire a car in Nigeria because I don't need one for a month/weeks I will be there for holiday. I wear solar operated or automatic wristwatches because I hate consistent battery changing, etc. 1 Like |
| Re: General Topic Thread-To Discuss Anything And Everything in Building Construction by neduboo(m): 11:23am On Dec 24, 2020 |
I want to do foundation for my 4 Bedroom bungalow. The engineer gave me a quote for stage 1 foundation Profiles #10000 Pilling #85000 Basement #45000 1 trip of sand 7 bags of cement Please isn't this too much |
| Re: General Topic Thread-To Discuss Anything And Everything in Building Construction by valencia2012(m): 11:23am On Dec 24, 2020 |
omanzo02: It would been more interesting if the Nigerian mentality is about motivation, inspiration and dynamism, rather than challenge, complex and conventional. You are an easy prey when you feel insecure and lack self confidence. Whether its about buildings or clothings, it is apparent that we should be aware of our time, pocket and taste. The Nigerian factor is just a claw of this monstrosity. 2 Likes |
| Re: General Topic Thread-To Discuss Anything And Everything in Building Construction by n3xt(m): 11:30am On Dec 24, 2020 |
neduboo: What type of foundation is this? 3 Likes |
| Re: General Topic Thread-To Discuss Anything And Everything in Building Construction by omanzo02: 12:01pm On Dec 24, 2020 |
valencia2012:Exactly! The Nigerian mentality abhor positive or friendly competitions, motivation, inspiration and always self-centred. When I left Nigeria I was amazed how I was received and provided with every possible materials to succeed by complete strangers. I still remember how my classmates and I used to dream and talked about technologies and means available abroad, today I am in a position to experience and work with what we have always dreamt about, if I die with those knowledge it's a complete waste hence I do my best to share and provide them the possibilities to experience the dream too, the means are open on the streets here why keep them to myself. 2 Likes |
| Re: General Topic Thread-To Discuss Anything And Everything in Building Construction by Amastermovic(m): 12:24pm On Dec 24, 2020 |
neduboo: do u have anything underground(below ground level) in this bungalow of yours. what's in stage 2 no coarse aggregate for others to contribute when it comes to crucial stage of work like this u need to tell us what the soil looks like if u don't have soil test..architectural plan included . then considerable opinion can b given |
| Re: General Topic Thread-To Discuss Anything And Everything in Building Construction by yinkaoke(f): 12:41pm On Dec 24, 2020 |
Compliment of the season to us all. Please l need testimony from people who has installed or are using the biodigestive waste system. How do you maintain it? Any stuff like chemicals to be purchase at intervals ? If yes what's the maintenance cost like Do you need the construction engineer for it's maintenance afterwards? Is it really better compared to the usual one I am really considering it so please l need answers to the above Thank you all please u guys must respond oh very urgent l don't want to make a wrong decision on this u know am a woman help me |
| Re: General Topic Thread-To Discuss Anything And Everything in Building Construction by neduboo(m): 12:53pm On Dec 24, 2020 |
Amastermovic: No. The area is a swap area so the piling is to prevent the house from sinking in the future. It's just a normal 4 Bedroom bungalow foundation. Nothing special Stage 2 is the casting |
| Re: General Topic Thread-To Discuss Anything And Everything in Building Construction by AlphaDigitals: 12:53pm On Dec 24, 2020 |
| Re: General Topic Thread-To Discuss Anything And Everything in Building Construction by BrabusNG: 1:44pm On Dec 24, 2020 |
yinkaoke: I started promoting this solution as far back as 2014/2015. Here’s are true and interesting facts about the biodigester. Key points highlighted in bolded part below. I think our naija marketers are just too lazy to provide adequate information to those who might be interested in using this solution. ELEVEN FACTS ABOUT BIO DIGESTER TOILETS YOU NEED TO KNOW Biodigester toilets are biodegradable systems that turns solid waste into organic manure for a safe disposal into the environment. These toilet waste digesters aim to address the liquid and solid waste water treatment issues associated with traditional means of waste water treatment methods that we have become accustomed to and grew up using. Some of these methods included the use of pit latrine, ventilated pits (KVIP) and more modern waste treatment means like cesspit, culvert tanks and septic tanks. What is different from these other toilet waste management systems? Unlike the cesspit and septic tanks that requires periodic emptying, biofil waste toilet biodigesters as the name suggest are biodegradable and does not require emptying (dislodging) the way septic tanks require trucks to do that. Before explaining how this is done, the biodigesters described in this article are NOT those that produce gas for domestic purposes. Here are the Eleven facts about biodegradable digesters that you need to know: FACT 1: Where does this solution come from? History of biodigester toilets The history of biodigesters is not clear but they became prominent after the 2014 severe cholera outbreak in some parts of Accra. The solution was first introduced to me in Nigeria by a Ghanaian friend. The Ghana Government with the aid of the World Bank agreed that considering the sanitation situation especially in low income households in Accra, these biodegradable waste digesters from the test of the effluent level would avert the problems we have in the way human waste is managed traditionally in Accra and its environs. The Government through the GAMA Project has since been constructing these digesters for home owners in low income areas. This technology has proven to be a better option than traditional foul smelling cesspits and septic tanks in Ghana and has since helped considerably in reducing the problems brought about by the lack of effective human waste management systems FACT 2: How do bio digesters work? Biodigesters eliminate toilet waste water odors by overpowering the natural occurring bacteria mostly found in septic tanks and manholes. For example in biofil digesters, the waste water from the flush unit (water closets) is organically filtered through a porous slab, allowed to penetrate a small rock-filled soak hole from which it leaches into the soil. In places where there are gutters, the black water is organically filtered out of the bottom of the digester and drained into them. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1Fk4c3oVAu4 The waste water in the system installed here was channeled into the public drain. Bio degradable toilet waste digesters have established themselves as the modern day answer to KVIPS, pit latrine and septic tanks as toilet waste treatment systems. FACT 3: Where does the waste water from a biodigester go? Because biodigester toilets are used as part of the process of treating biodegradable toilet waste water and sewage sludge, the process often referred to as anaerobic digestion is adopted. Natural composting organic manure are introduced to treats all organic biodegradable materials through the natural process of anaerobic decomposition. Flushed water and solid waste enter at the top of the biodigester where IMMEDIATE separation of solids and liquid contents of the waste occurs. All liquids will then be organically filtered out of the bottom of the digester and drained into the soil where further and final decomposition occurs. Other solids (toilet rolls & all degradable cleaning materials) are decomposed and converted into rich & safe soil for easy disposal in the environment. Now the final effluent (waste water) produced is a clear odorless liquid suitable for discharge either into a waste watercourse, through a customized soak hole trenches or a drain filled system or can simply be stored in a tank through enhanced filtration and the waste water can be reused to water flower plants flowers on your compound . FACT 4: Waste Water Soak Hole Pit Construction We fill the bottom of the soak hole with a layer of rocks. With each rock about 3” in diameter. The layer of large rocks will determine how many inches high they should be based on how the depth of the soak hole is going to be. A typical construction of a soak hole must ensure that the bottom of the soak hole is 2’6” below the bottom of the leachate pipe hole to allow for easy filtration of the waste water into the digester. The depth of the soak hole from the surface of the ground will depend on the water table for the toilet site. FACT 5: What Becomes Of The Solid Waste In A Biodigester? Because the biodigester is a simple compact onsite organic waste treatment system, it provides an enclosed space where the activities of the self-perpetuating population of earthworms and micro-organisms are optimized and used together with porous or wire mesh filtration are used to facilitate the rapid solid-liquid separation as well as to serve as attachment site for the micro-organisms in addition to coconut fibre which is used as the bulking material. It uses a biological filter consisting of a fiber, medium of black soil and in some cases porous concrete. The bacteria and other organisms generated through this technology then biodegrades solid waste. When the digesters get the maximum per day uses, it will take at least 5 years and as much as 15 years in some cases for the toilet waste box to get filled up and ready for emptying. FACT 6: Reasons why people choose bio digester toilets The cost and pricing of biodigesters has become a tussle point for some homeowners interested in digester waste toilet construction. Even though some have claim they are too expensive, in comparison to septic tanks there’s no doubt they have become the choice for most homeowners in Ghana today. FACT 7: Biodigesters cost less to construct (install) It is cheaper to install biodigester (as compare to digging a manhole or buying culverts for septic sewage tanks). The land space needed, the material list needed for construction all goes to attest to their low pricing as compare to other waste management systems. Even the idea of digging all those feet’s and doing all those concrete works makes biodigesters your best bet any day. Installation of a bio waste digester plus a soak-hole pit can all be done in a day if precast slabs are used. Two days if blocks are used. Except plumbing works, the cost of a bio digester toilet installation is inclusive in the total digester cost. FACT 8: Biodigesters are the most eco friendly biodegradable technology Biodigesters are the most environmentally safe and highly improved means of treating toilet waste water. The use of locally sourced materials means that they are safe for the environment. There’s no need to apply any special chemicals. They are easy to maintain and do not come at any additional cost to the homeowner. Biodigester toilet tank designed for use as a waste water management option for homeowners. FACT 9: No more dislodging There have been some misconception about this saying. But what we are simply saying is that with DreamHouse biodigesters, you don’t need a typical truck to show up saying they are there to empty your tank. Because digesters uses an aerobic digestion process, solid waste after a cycle (which usually last between 5 to 8 years) changes into sand (manure) which can easily be disposed of at your backyard. As a result, no septic sludge is stored and as a result the bio digester product has a unique ‘odour free’ operation guarantee. FACT 10: Groundwater not affected Water is directed into top soils where microbial activities are most active. Nutrients are removed by soil bacteria decomposition. Because of the depth of the digester (about 3 feet depth) ground water is not affected. Digesters are designed above ground and typically has no more than a week of decomposed contents in them. FACT 11: Biodigesters have international approval Not only do biodigester toilets in Ghana have governmental approval (you can check from the nearest District Assembly), they have also received worldwide acceptance by the World Bank. In fact over the last 5 years the Government of Ghana has received over $150 million in grant from the World Bank as part of a project complementing efforts to provide low-income households with increased access to improved sanitation and water supply. Simply put are biodigesters are safe for everyone; private homes, offices and public needs. 5 Likes 3 Shares |
| Re: General Topic Thread-To Discuss Anything And Everything in Building Construction by folmus: 2:29pm On Dec 24, 2020 |
yinkaoke: Where is the Biodigestive guy? let's hear from him with your array of questions. |
| Re: General Topic Thread-To Discuss Anything And Everything in Building Construction by akenzua74(m): 3:50am On Dec 25, 2020 |
henrymor:. If the project is in Abuja and its environs I have a cheaper alternative for for you. Everything will cost you 5k/sqm, labour and materials. Only if the site is not more than 200km from Abuja. Zamfara/Sokoto can fly as I have some ongoing projects in the aforementioned states. It's called polystyrene ceiling, finished work looks like POP ceiling. Email me for pics and videos clips of polystyrene ceiling: ak.qualitytouches@gmail.com. |
| Re: General Topic Thread-To Discuss Anything And Everything in Building Construction by twinskenny(m): 6:52am On Dec 25, 2020 |
akenzua74: Can you attach some pictures here? 1 Like |
| Re: General Topic Thread-To Discuss Anything And Everything in Building Construction by QSFemi(m): 8:23am On Dec 25, 2020 |
Merry Christmas to my family here. You're all more than virtual neighbours. 2 Likes |
| Re: General Topic Thread-To Discuss Anything And Everything in Building Construction by uncleteeh(m): 9:31am On Dec 25, 2020 |
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| Re: General Topic Thread-To Discuss Anything And Everything in Building Construction by yemi2plus(m): 9:44am On Dec 25, 2020 |
Good morning family. I am new to the property section and this is my first post here. Please, I am more familiar with measurements in feet. I want to purchase a land and it's in square metres. What's 500 Square meters in feets? I will also know how to do the conversion. Thanks. 2 Likes |
| Re: General Topic Thread-To Discuss Anything And Everything in Building Construction by Nobody: 9:54am On Dec 25, 2020 |
yemi2plus: You can Google it, find attached 500square metres in feet.
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| Re: General Topic Thread-To Discuss Anything And Everything in Building Construction by Muyi002(m): 10:35am On Dec 25, 2020 |
n3xt: Chief n3xt, From your experience, what is the ratio of bags/sponge to sqm. i.e. how many bags of POP cement will cover 1sqm or how many sqm will 1 bag of POP cement cover. it is equally important for me in my calculations. any other person can assist o. |
| Re: General Topic Thread-To Discuss Anything And Everything in Building Construction by michlins(m): 10:38am On Dec 25, 2020 |
yemi2plus:good morning. When you want to convert to inches, multiply the meter size by 39 and divide by 12 which is the value of 1ft. When it's in feet, you first convert to inches and then divide by 39 1 Like 1 Share |
| Re: General Topic Thread-To Discuss Anything And Everything in Building Construction by Jojo247: 11:25am On Dec 25, 2020 |
Compliments of the season! Are you a solar Inverter engineer or did you get one to put it together for you. I am interested in a similar setup. Thanks. zuraking: |
| Re: General Topic Thread-To Discuss Anything And Everything in Building Construction by zuraking(m): 11:32am On Dec 25, 2020 |
Jojo247:Hi, I am not a solar inverter engineer but I know everything about their set up after installing mine. What's your budget and I will tell you your package and where to get direct price from company (Lagos)  |
| Re: General Topic Thread-To Discuss Anything And Everything in Building Construction by omanzo02: 11:44am On Dec 25, 2020 |
michlins:There is always a cheaper version of expensive and redistribution of wealth. My understanding of the market is you pay the excess for the premium names and not it quality. Here we have laboratories/test centres that test cheaper products against expensive premium and the results are always alarming. Surprise! The cheaper products always performed better and gets higher marks than the expensive ones. They do this to avoid producers/brands from misleading the consumers/public that their products is the best. Why should I buy a Versace jacket when an Oakwood can do the job to keep me warm? 3 Likes 1 Share
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| Re: General Topic Thread-To Discuss Anything And Everything in Building Construction by Jojo247: 12:10pm On Dec 25, 2020 |
Thanks for the quick response. My budget is about 500k. zuraking: |
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