EnglishChinese (Simplified)ArmenianChina's building materials export into new markets - Nigeria

The financial crisis has spread worldwide, which is China's building materials industry exports some impact. The face of Europe and other capitalist countries relatively well increasingly stringent trade barriers, China's building materials industry some companies have been eyeing emerging markets in Africa, such as Nigeria, which for others still struggling building materials export enterprises is undoubtedly is a revelation. Currently, Nigeria ceramic building materials, light industry, furniture, wood processing, non-metallic mineral products and so has a very huge demand for building products may not fully meet their domestic needs, building materials prices soaring, the contradiction between supply and demand of foreign building materials companies looking to make to opportunities. Meanwhile, energy-efficient building products in the Nigerian market is also profitable. Here I will briefly introduce themselves seen and heard in Nigeria, as I want to choose the direction of the country for export enterprises to provide some reference.
According to news agency surge Nigeria, Nigerian domestic infrastructure to increase the degree of attention, in this and the next few years, Nigeria cement, steel and other building materials demand will increase, especially the demand for cement from the current 18 million tons to 40 million tons. Nigerian local supply was less than 1/3, resulting in high prices of cement, has seriously affected the construction industry. With the gradual lifting of the Nigerian cement and related products import ban, Nigeria cement market opportunities for Chinese enterprises to provide building materials.
Another source revealed that Nigeria existing iron and steel production can not meet domestic demand, the Nigerian government wants to use the rich mineral resources, mining through solid reforms to attract more foreign investment to meet growing domestic demand.
According to local media survey, household demand and supply in Nigeria is also uneven. Wood products due to high raw material prices led to the local home business "no rice", so household goods prices are skyrocketing, consumers simply can not afford to buy, but to continue to use inferior system, or simply do not buy second-hand furniture .
All information indicates that China's building materials industry in the Nigerian market great profits to be made. But who are heading this export enterprises should strictly do market research and focus on the introduction of relevant policies in Nigeria, but also pay attention to the local carefully nurtured brand.
Nigeria is a very serious divide between rich and poor countries, 10% of people hold 90% of the wealth. Master the vast wealth of the population spending restraint and not very brand conscious, so I want to export the country's building materials companies need to focus on cultivating brand awareness in order to expand sales of products in Nigeria.
To maintain market norms, Nigeria will always introduced various import bans and prohibitions solution, therefore timely and effective trade information to Nepal can be rewarded with export closely. Detained in the face of other issues such as goods, the author recommends that companies rapidly with the Nigerian embassy or consulate to contact for help and protection. EDITED BYCHINA STONE COATED STEEL ROOF TILE

Stone veneer backsplash

Stone veneer backsplash are really stone at half the weight. They are beautiful, natural, come in many colors and textures, and require little maintenance. It is a facing applied to a surface for decorative purposes; and less so to be used to bear loads. A complement to any kitchen is a stone veneer backsplash, an affordable and elegant product that dresses out the cabinet area in style. There are two common types of stone veneer backsplash: natural stone veneer backsplash and manufactured stone veneer backsplash.
Natural Stone Veneer Backsplash
Natural stone veneer backsplash, also referred to as stacked stone, it may not be the best material as it is quite expensive and very time consuming in installation. This is because natural stone is heavy and the weight of the stone veneer can become a major issue. It can be problematic as it can be heavy enough that it requires structural support. It is recommended that before installing natural stone veneer as a backsplash, you must prep your walls according the manufacturer's instructions. Depending on the product weight and the type of wall you're installing it on, you may need to install special footings, wall casings, underlayment or wall ties to support the weight of the natural stone veneer backsplash.
Natural stone veneers used to cost much more than manufactured veneers because of their thickness and weight. The older, traditional full bed-depth veneers are four to six inches deep and are sold by the ton. A ledge or shelf must be attached to a structure to support these heavy cut stones and a professional mason with special tools is required to install them properly. More efficient technology has made it affordable to produce natural thin veneers ranging from 5/8 inch to 1 1/2 inches thick at a price almost comparable to that of manufactured veneers. Both manufactured and natural thin veneers must weigh 15 pounds or less per square foot to meet building codes.
Manufactured Stone Veneer Backsplash
For kitchen backsplashes, it is recommended using manufactured stone veneer, made from cement and aggregate stone. Unlike natural stone veneer backsplash, manufactured stone veneer backsplash is a lightweight product that doesn't require any special wall prepping beyond surface cleaning and making sure the wall is structurally sound. Manufactured stone veneer comes in panels that are 6 inches by 24 inches; are less than 2 inches thick; and have interlocking ends that provide the staggered, individual stacked-stone look.
Manufactured stone (also known as architectural stone, cultured stone and faux stone) is made of lightweight cement mixed with stone aggregates like shale or pumice and iron oxide dyes. It comes in myriad colors, shapes, and textures designed to mimic practically any natural stone, including limestone, field stone, river rock, ledge, rubble, granite, sandstone, and quartzite. Manufactured veneers used to look fake and were prone to fading and cracking, but today's products can be nearly indistinguishable from the real thing on the surface. Major manufacturers guarantee their product for 50 years.
Installing Stone Veneer Backsplash
Many manufactured and natural thin veneer backsplashes can be installed by homeowners themselves. Some manufacturers post installation guides on their websites and recommend that you review them carefully before starting. It is critical to do what is right the first time. Stone veneer backsplashes are very low maintenance and only need to be sealed if exposed to extreme temperatures or a lot of snow.
To install these stone veneer backsplash, you need a clean dry surface. It must be waterproof or the masonry will eventually fail. Surfaces like new, untreated brick, block, or concrete, require no special preparation, but wallboard or wood will need a vapor barrier, weep system, metal lath, and a scratch coat of mortar. The stones can be trimmed or adjusted with tools like a brick hammer or angle grinder with a diamond blade.
To apply the veneer, butter the back of the stone and press it onto the surface. The mortar should squish out the sides to partially fill the joints. Hold the stone in place for a few moments until it sets. After all the stones are placed, grout the joints with the same mortar. When the mortar has set for a couple of hours and is firm, rake and clean the joints, and brush off any particles.

Stone Surface Possibilities
With the tremendous variety in stone veneers, you can choose any decorative style. There's no right or wrong when selecting a veneer—go with what you like. However, some colors are more popular than others in specific regions—darker colors in the Northeast, lighter ones in the Southwest. Your choice may also be determined by the kind of stone that's available locally since shipping can be expensive.
Some veneer backsplash are irregular in shape, others more square or rectangular. Irregular veneers are installed in a random pattern that is eyed and set by the mason. Rectangular or square shapes tend to have mortar lines that are straighter, tighter, and more predictable. Random patterns are easier and cheaper to install since pieces don't need to match as carefully, but it's important to hire an artisan with a good eye to make the design flow.
Both manufactured and natural thin veneers are sold by the square foot, with prices varying greatly by region for materials and labor. Stone veneer costs more to install than vinyl, wood, cement or stucco, but once installed it will last many years with no maintenance.

第十五届中国（广州）国际建筑装饰博览会将于2013年7月8-11日举行

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What are the reasons for Cultured stone veener color is not correct

Cultured stone veener color relates to the success or failure of the product, but artificial culture stone color is not correct what reasons?

Combined with years of practical experience, mainly in the following several reasons:

Pigment: color deviation is too large, generally speaking, artificial cultured stone veener the background unnecessarily so considered. And pale pigment for each color has a different models, once fixed should not casually swap the color model.

Cement: Some people in order to reduce costs, the use of black cement to create artificial culture stone veneer, which is not good, because black high alkali content of cement efflorescence whitening, the other black cement because of its own color it is difficult to Close template color tone.

3, mold: some plants in order to reduce the cost to use a resin mold and resin mold itself coloring features which are affecting color coloring, it is recommended to use silicone rubber to make artificial culture stone mold, although the cost may be higher points, but made out of delicate and vivid, pure color does not grow dim. In addition to its comprehensive

人造文化石STONE VENEER颜色关乎产品成败，但是人造文化石颜色不正有哪些方面的原因呢？

结合多年来的实践经验，主要有以下几方面的原因：

1、颜料：颜色偏差过大，一般来讲，人造文化石颜色分面色和底色两部分，面色一定要用质量好的颜料，而底色就不必要如此考虑了。并且面色的颜料每种颜色都有不同种型号，一旦固定就不应该随便调换所用颜色的型号了。

2、水泥：有的人为了降低成本，使用黑水泥来制作人造文化石，这是不好的，因为黑水泥含碱量高容易泛碱泛白，另外黑水泥因为其本身的颜色所以很难调出合乎样板的颜色。

3、模具：有的工厂为了降低成本使用树脂模具，而树脂模具本身就有不容易着色的特点，因而影响到颜色的着色，建议大家使用硅橡胶来制作人造文化石模具，尽管成本可能会高点，但是做出来的产品细腻逼真、颜色纯正不会发花。再者就其综合成本硅橡胶文化石模具并不比树脂模具高出多少。

找出了人造文化石颜色问题所在，大家就可以对症下药尽力改进了。