Using Hollow blocks vs Solid Blocks in Nigeria : Which is the Best for your Building?

Опубликовано: 28 Март 2025
на канале: Chimdi Ajaero
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Are you planning to build a house, office, or any structure in Nigeria or West Africa, Choosing the right building materials is crucial for durability, safety, and cost-effectiveness. In this video, we compare hollow blocks and solid blocks, two popular options in Nigeria's construction industry.

Learn about:

Factors to consider when selecting blocks for your project
How the Climate affects our choices

A lot of Professionals do not consider the climatic factors before using a building materials which might lead to building defects in the near future.
The one that really gets me is the thermal insulation.
We always complain of heat cause most of the buildings in Nigeria were built with solid blocks . Really sad.

I hope this video is insightful and you learn something today.

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Timestamps:

0:00 - Introduction
0:36 - Factors to Consider
0:46 - Cost
1:19 - Thermal Insulation
2:34 - Construction Time
2:47 - Weight
3:15 - Conclusion

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