THE ROLE OF DRY CONSTRUCTION IN ENSURING AFFORDABLE HOUSES IN NIGERIA

THE ROLE OF DRY CONSTRUCTION IN ENSURING AFFORDABLE HOUSES IN NIGERIA

chapter One

Foreword

1.1 Research background

Nigeria’s investment profile was estimated at 24% of recurring costs in 2014, with low oil prices and high financing costs to carry out investment projects clearly making Nigeria’s construction industry a poor choice for affordable housing. pressure to develop more time- and cost-effective construction systems to Guarantee in Nigeria.

The importance of dwellings in human history cannot be overemphasized. Housing is considered one of the best indicators of a person’s standard of living and status in society (UNCHS, 1993). Housing and building conditions also reflect the living standards of a society (Venkatarama, 2004). For example, in the mid-20th century, the importance of access to decent and affordable housing came to the fore. Most Nigerians do not have access to decent housing units due to the cost of building materials. Various studies have been conducted.

A new construction technology based on a drywall system made of cement, quartz sand, cellulose, natural calcium and water, treated in an autoclave (a drying process under high pressure and high temperature) for durability and dimensional stability. They are made into boards. Panels are available in various sizes and thicknesses from 6mm to 20mm and are manufactured under strict quality control and international standards. Le (2014) describes the drywall system as a modern construction system that tends to transform the construction process into an industrial process, making it a more versatile, faster construction method and reducing construction time. It claims to save up to 70%. Traditional wet construction with bricks and blocks. He added that whatever the architect’s design ideas, a drywall system can achieve, pointing out that there are now many reference building projects using panels in Nigeria.

This system uses minimal water, unlike the traditional brick-and-block method. The system minimizes construction waste, drywall buildings maintain room temperature and are energy efficient. Drywall avoids the use of wood associated with traditional construction and the system has a positive impact on reducing deforestation. Low loading of drywall minimizes excavation and less soil disturbance. The system better complements the idea of ​​green building in modern architecture around the world. In addition, the system has a lightweight construction. Weighs approximately 10 times less than equivalent block and mortar designs, saving foundation and construction costs.

Drywall for eaves solutions has proven to be a very viable solution with less dead weight, faster speed and better design finish. Drywall panels have a high fire resistance class, good acoustic and thermal properties. It is also a moisture and pest resistant solution. Le (2014) explained that the skills gap is a major challenge for drywall, and some Nigerian companies working with other stakeholders with knowledge of drywall technology have I pointed out that they are starting the machine to acquire skills with regular training to make sure they are comfortable with people. Population, customer perceptions are other challenges that need to be addressed while continuing education efforts on modern construction systems are in full swing, he adds.

1.2 Problem Description

Various researchers believe that given the geometric increase in demand for housing in Nigeria, the supply of housing has increased arithmetically, making it a more practical way to achieve mass. I think it is clear that we need to develop a more efficient method.

1.2 Problem Description

Various researchers believe that while demand for housing in Nigeria is growing geometrically, given that housing supply is arithmetically high, there is no more practical way to achieve mass housing development in the country. Drywall presents an excellent opportunity for governments at all levels and major mortgage institutions to rapidly deliver mass and affordable housing in Nigeria. . The researchers believe drywall technology offers builders and contractors a viable alternative to traditional wetwall construction using blocks, bricks and concrete. Explore the role of drywall in ensuring affordable housing.

1.3 Purpose of the survey

The purpose of this research is to:

1. Explore the role of drywall in ensuring affordable housing in Nigeria.

2. Study of processes in drywall systems.

3. Identification of factors limiting the use of drywall systems in construction developments in Nigeria. 1.4 Research question

1. What role does drywall play in affordable housing in Nigeria?

2. What is the process of drywall system?

3. What are the factors limiting the use of drywall systems for construction development in Nigeria?

1.5 Hypotheses

E:
Drywall systems cannot be used as a means of providing affordable housing for Nigerians.

C:
Drywall systems can be used as a means of providing affordable housing for Nigerians.

1.6 Importance of research

The significance of this research is as follows.

1. The results of this study will inform structural engineering and other stakeholders in the construction industry about the need for aggressive innovative development using drywall systems to ensure affordable housing for Nigerians. educate professionals. 2. The findings of this study also serve as a resource base for other scholars and researchers interested in doing further research in this area at a later date and, when applied, provide some degree of new explanation for the subject. increase.

1.7 Scope/Limitations of Investigation

This study on the role of drywall in ensuring affordable housing in Nigeria aims to determine an approach that can be applied to provide mass sustainable housing for Nigerians using drywall systems. covers all processes related to

Research restrictions

Financial Constraints – Lack of funding tends to prevent researchers from obtaining relevant materials, literature, or information and efficiently conducting data collection (internet, questionnaires, and interviews).

References

UNCHS (1993). National Trends in Housing Practice Volume 4:
Nigeria. Nairobi, Kenya.

Venkatarama Reddy, B.V. (2004). Sustainable building technology. current science. Vol.87/7

Le, A. (2014) On stabilized drywall. Virginia:
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