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Properties › Re: OUR RENOVATION Diary-platinum Row (A New Dimension To Nigerian Architecture) by skimanski(op): 7:35am On Sep 24, 2017

Properties › Re: General Topic Thread-To Discuss Anything And Everything in Building Construction by skimanski(m): 7:34am On Sep 24, 2017

allCopacetic:
Cheat Him ??
How much does your friend consider a fair cost for running the whole electrical for a three bedroom, all rooms en suite flat?

Don't be deceived, the quote and possibly the "electrician" fall short by a long mile.

Get a “REAL” professional or a seasoned technician who knows what he’s doing. Not people who tell you what you want to hear, or just give you a quote you feel is gentle on your pocket. That choice can cost you greatly in the future. If you are confident in the skill of this person, Negotiate a fair labour price and request a 'standard' bill of materials which you can buy to your taste, keeping in mind the need for quality. buy one item a year if that is what it takes to give you a sound job and peace of mind. There is no sense in rush if you are rushing in the wrong direction.

As a side note , It is not wise to put too much pressure on an artisan for a cheap job. They have mouths to feed and would sometimes be forced to do whatever it takes to keep the job, Often to your own detriment. So Strike a Balance with bargaining . I just hope your friend is not the one unknowingly forcing the electrician to give him unrealistic quantities and prices.

With the mention of stablok fuses I am sure the Distribution board is in place. Take a look at the board and make sure it’s a good one(VERY IMPORTANT).
By the way, D-Boards usually come complete with the fuses/breakers so I’m guessing the guy just billed 5k to make some quick cash (unless you guys elected to buy the board without the fuses at the time, which is very unlikely)
5k cannot buy you 12 pcs of any good stablok fuse.

Bros Thank you for the bolded. I have been Singing that Tone all my Career Life. I know its difficult, but we should learn the habit of Holding that Divide between what we want to hear and what we need to hear.

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Properties › Re: General Topic Thread-To Discuss Anything And Everything in Building Construction by skimanski(m): 7:39am On Sep 22, 2017

EgunMogaji:
I miss the old days - sigh.

SPyder880 was setting up estates, Brabus was, well, Brabusing, Skimanski will come to earth to display his eye poppping stuff, Muyesky with his gates and doors, HSLBroker with the roofs,

Whadaheck happened

sorry boss. been away for a while. Currently not around. Will start posting once i can settle properly.

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Properties › Re: Building 5 Bedroom Duplex In Ajah (new Dimension To Nigerian Architecture) by skimanski(op): 4:31am On Sep 21, 2017

Focusmind:
Which iron did you use for the reinforcement? 12mm or 16mm? I used 12mm for the horizontal laying and 16mm for the vertical

I have used 12mm and 16mm for Horizontal and 16mm for vertical and stated on the Diagram below.

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Properties › Re: Building:semi-detached Duplex In Osapa (new Dimension To Nigerian Architecture) by skimanski(op): 6:22am On Sep 20, 2017

TBrownAuto:
using nigeria wire for condict wiring which mm is good for air conditioner 2.5 or 4mm please advice needed?
however if the ac is 1.5hp pr 2hp whatis the normal or standard mm for the job, I dont want to compromise quality

4mm Wires is required for wiring A.c

Properties › Re: Building 5 Bedroom Duplex In Ajah (new Dimension To Nigerian Architecture) by skimanski(op): 5:03am On Sep 20, 2017

Reinforcement Works was eventually done and Concrete Works Resumed

Properties › Re: Building 5 Bedroom Duplex In Ajah (new Dimension To Nigerian Architecture) by skimanski(op): 5:00am On Sep 20, 2017

Conclusion of Wood Frame Works and Resumption of Reinforcement.

Sorry for the Scanty Pictures as I am hardly around.

Properties › Re: Building Detached Duplexes In Lekki (new Dimension To Nigerian Architecture) by skimanski(op): 2:04am On Sep 12, 2017

TILING WORKS (UNIT 1): Arrival of Internal Tiles

Properties › Re: Building Detached Duplexes In Lekki (new Dimension To Nigerian Architecture) by skimanski(op): 2:03am On Sep 12, 2017

(UNIT 2): Current External Look.

Properties › Re: Building Detached Duplexes In Lekki (new Dimension To Nigerian Architecture) by skimanski(op): 1:48am On Sep 12, 2017

WARDROBE WORKS (UNIT 2): Bedroom 1

Properties › Re: Building Detached Duplexes In Lekki (new Dimension To Nigerian Architecture) by skimanski(op): 1:47am On Sep 12, 2017

CABINET WORKS (UNIT 2): Updates

Properties › Re: General Topic Thread-To Discuss Anything And Everything in Building Construction by skimanski(m): 1:16am On Sep 12, 2017

Daboomb:
Somebody should please come to this man's aid!
I have heard said that they use "chemical" to clean Tiles (even cement stains from Wondows) but l have never really inquired about the kind of chemical being refered to.... but l am certain there is one or more in existence.

Sometimes, our Artisans really fall hand.
Even the so-called Togo Tilers, l had one who was a real nightmare, sometimes back.
He is so arrogant, wont listen to suggestions (even if it will improve his job deliver as he thinks he knows it all), very rough job delivery, very wasteful (he butchers Tiles like it is dashed out for free in the market; any little size he requires, he cuts a new whole, never using off-cuts!)

But the breaking point came when he stole my Carton Tiles and l caught him.
That landed him in a week detention with small-small morning and evening 'exercises' while l got another person to tidy-up his shoddy job.

I think people like Spyder, Skimanski, Aventures and other notable builders in the house may have used or caused to be used, such chemical in their 'clean-up finishings', before handover to Client.

Please, make una help pur brother.

There is a Chemical for cleaning tiles. Once you get to any shop where building tools are sold like shovel, head pans, nails, hammers e.t.c , tell them to give you acid. Yes! thesame acid you here about, that's the chemical. So to be kept totally out of the reach of Children and to be used by people who know how to use it. First thing you do when you get it is to test how strong it is. This can be done by droping a little on the floor and you will notice a Yellowish boiling subtance. If it doesn't boil then its fake.

On getting to site, note you have to pour some quantity on a bucket of water with soap inside the water and use mop or brush to apply on the surface you wish to clean. You should leave the surface soaked with the acid diluted water for like 5mins to 10mins to allow it soak up the surface before you apply your strength in brushing the soaked surface. Note! you are dealing with acid, hence the reason why you are diluting with water. But regardless, you must were any form of protective outfit to avoid direct contact with your skin as this may cause inching and damaged skin.

on a very Important Note: Never Ever allow the acid touch any silver surface when cleaning. Be it stainless of alluminum. E.G door handles, Shower mixers/Faucets, Metal Trims e.t.c. If it does, it burns that surface immediately.

Now from a more professional point of view. Your tilers must always hold foam and cloth when laying tiles for you. The moment they lay one face of the wall before going to the other face of the wall, they must use foam with water to clean the tiled surface and then use the cloth in wiping the water off it. if they don't, no money. It must be agreed on from the beginning. This will save you a lot of cleaning headach at the end. Cleaning is a very important process in construction. We have passed through a lot of challenges regarding cleaning in the past. Infact every department must clean up their mess before they collect their cash. POP finish the must clear out they rubbles and soaked POP floors. Masons install they windows they must use foam to clean it up before they close and collect money. wood guys work, they must clear up they saw dust when they close before they collect cash. Its easy that moment, but difficult when left to accumulate.

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Properties › Re: Our Renovation Diary-lekki Scheme I (a New Dimension To Nigerian Architecture) by skimanski(op): 6:50am On Sep 11, 2017

JSparrow:
I think you should consider furniture options that can conceal the water heater unit.

Very correct sir.

We do that regularly. We just had a dimension to work with and a space boundary we didn't want to cross.

Properties › Re: Our Renovation Diary-lekki Scheme I (a New Dimension To Nigerian Architecture) by skimanski(op): 7:40am On Sep 10, 2017

Properties › Re: Best Architectural, Interior And Construction Works by skimanski(op): 7:25am On Sep 10, 2017

Re-modelling design for a Pent floor Site-out

Properties › Re: Building 5 Bedroom Duplex In Ajah (new Dimension To Nigerian Architecture) by skimanski(op): 7:17am On Sep 10, 2017

Foundation profiling as we all know is the first step. (In Pics)

Properties › Re: Construction Works On Units Of Flats (a New Dimension To Nigerian Architecture) by skimanski(op): 8:00pm On Sep 09, 2017

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Properties › Re: Building 5 Bedroom Duplex In Ajah (new Dimension To Nigerian Architecture) by skimanski(op): 7:47pm On Sep 09, 2017

Design was copied from the internet and Dezyns and Structures was required to Work-out a plan that works for the Internet Pic. Now we are tasked to Ensure we deliver the structure with quality.

BUILDING INFORMATION

Proposed 5 Bedroom duplex.
Land Size 640 Sq.m
Area of Building 226 Sq.m

GROUND FLOOR
Guest w/c
Main Living Room
Dinning
Guest Bedroom
Kitchen
Store
Laundry
Game Room
Maid's room

FIRST FLOOR
Private Lounge
Boy's Room
Girl's Room
Third Bedroom
Master's Bedroom
All bedroom ensuite

Client: Non-Nairalander
Architect: Dezyns and Structures Ltd
Project Contractor: Dezyns and Structures Ltd
Tel: +2348038390386 / +2348143357624
Email: skimanski4life@yahoo.com / info@dnstructures.com
url: www.dnstructures.com
Scope of Work: Architectural Drawings to Complete Finishing.

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Properties › Building 5 Bedroom Duplex In Ajah (new Dimension To Nigerian Architecture) by skimanski(op): 7:41pm On Sep 09, 2017

WELCOME TO PEARL GARDEN ESTATE.

We are building again!

As usual the reason why we are called is to provide Quality buildings. and this shall be another one.

Pearl Garden Estate on the New Shoprite road in Ajah. and Dezyns and Structures is here to make a statement in this Estate.

Properties › Re: Construction Of Flats In Owerri (new Dimension To Nigerian Architecture) by skimanski(op): 11:08pm On Sep 08, 2017

dubemcapital:
Good one sir.

Thanks boss

Properties › Re: Construction Of Flats In Owerri (new Dimension To Nigerian Architecture) by skimanski(op): 11:07pm On Sep 08, 2017

mufutau55:
Wow. That is about 47ft. Thanks.

Hajji M.

You're welcome sir

Properties › Re: Building:semi-detached Duplex In Osapa (new Dimension To Nigerian Architecture) by skimanski(op): 10:24am On Sep 08, 2017

PRE-PLASTERING WORKS: Electrical Distribution Board for First floor

Properties › Re: Building:semi-detached Duplex In Osapa (new Dimension To Nigerian Architecture) by skimanski(op): 10:22am On Sep 08, 2017

To reduce overall load been transferred from Pent floor, We shall be adopting Short Lintels on Doors only and Precast Parapet for Roof areas

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Properties › Re: Building:semi-detached Duplex In Osapa (new Dimension To Nigerian Architecture) by skimanski(op): 10:18am On Sep 08, 2017

PENT FLOOR MASONRY WORKS: Final Works on Brick works for Pent FLoor before Concrete Cast of Roof Beam and Window Beams

Properties › Re: Dairy Of Our Ikota Duplex (a New Dimension To Nigerian Architecture) by skimanski(op): 9:21am On Sep 08, 2017

PLASTERING WORKS: On main Building of house, Plastering works have Resumed.

Properties › Re: Dairy Of Our Ikota Duplex (a New Dimension To Nigerian Architecture) by skimanski(op): 9:11am On Sep 08, 2017

SWIMMING POOL: Next step on our Swimming Pool after floor blinding and damp proofing is to Partition the Outer walls of our Swimming pool. This shall enable us Reinforce around the partition.

(Reinforcement in Pics)

Properties › Re: Dairy Of Our Ikota Duplex (a New Dimension To Nigerian Architecture) by skimanski(op): 8:50am On Sep 08, 2017

SWIMMING POOL: Digging, the Next process if Pumping out the water and Blinding the floor by Placing a Damp proof membrane on the floor with Mixed Cement Mortar ontop to Hold and Protect the damproof membrane from damage.

At this point you are required to take all you Different Swimming Pool levels and ensure you dig an additional one foot below the Desired level to allow for a thick Swimming Pool floor

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