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Manser Saxon Contracting Mauritius: Choosing The Perfect Ceiling In Your Timber Framework

The design of a ceiling can heavily impact the feel of a room and this is especially authentic in a timber framework. While a wood board ceiling may appear quite at home in a timber framed home, plaster or drywall ceiling in some rooms can make your living space cozier.

Whether you make a traditional or contemporary design with timber ceiling it will be adaptable. It is becoming very popular.

Installation a timber ceiling is essential for a number of reasons such as better acoustics, easy maintenance and improved aesthetics:

BENEFITS OF TIMBER CEILINGS

Timber ceilings are good insulators and will keep your home warm in winter and cool in summer. Furthermore, you would not have to spend hours every week cleaning and maintaining them.

Timber ceilings are also acoustically efficient, making them an ideal choice for offices and public spaces. In addition, they add a bit of luxury to your home.

SOUND PROOF

Timber ceilings are ideal for spaces with open floor plans when it comes to soundproofing. It can be an office or a home.

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Contracting Company Mauritius : Does Your Hot Water Heater Needs Maintenance?

Like we do maintenance to our home comfort system we should also take care about our water heater which we make use of everyday. This system also  requires maintenance.

Our team can entirely inspect it and make adjustments where necessary. We will also report to you about any repair needs during this tune-up so you can get those on your schedule.

MAINTENANCE

The majority of people use a traditional storage tank model water heater which means that water is stored within the water heater itself  for quick access. However, this also allows sediment to build up, usually from hard water (water with a high level of minerals). The build up sediment can also stick to the heat exchanges, which makes your water heater unable to  heat the water to the full degree it should be able to.

Flushing out your water heater to clear the sediment out is crucial in order to keep your water heater working to the fullest extent possible and last longer.

MAINTAINING FULL VOLUME

When sediment and mineral residue take up space in your heater, they reduce the amount of  water the tank can retain. With regular flushing, you can eliminate build-up and benefit full use of  the water tank, increasing the hot water volume of your water heater.

IMPROVE SAFETY

Temperature and pressure valves are the safety devices in your water heater that protect it from extremes by discharging water.  This needs to be tested at least every year.  Similarly, it is important to test the relief valve of your water heater to avoid accidental scalding.

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Contracting Company Mauritius : A Complete Guide To Kitchen Cabinets

Kitchen cabinets are the built-in up furniture which we all have in  our kitchens for storage of food, cooking  equipment, and mostly silverware and dishes for table service. Appliances such as refrigerators, dishwashers, and ovens are often embedded in the kitchen cabinetry.

FIRST THING TO LOOK AT IS THE STYLE

Here are the different styles of kitchen cabinets you have to choose from;

SHAKER

Shaker cabinets are no doubt the most kitchen cabinet style to day. These cabinets consist of  a five-piece flat panel that builds a frame with four of the pieces and a single flat center panel as the fifth piece. They work well in both modern and contemporary kitchen.

GLASS FRONT

Glass-front  cabinets are excellent for mixing and matching. A glass-front cabinets can be made up  of  single panes or several panes. You can view the inside of your cabinet  while still keeping your items safe.

BEADBOARD

Beadboard cabinets are great for those who want to create a relaxed, cottage-style kitchen.  Made of rows of vertical planks, these cabinets add warmth to your kitchen.

FLAT-FRONT

Flat-front or slab door cabinets are excellent for anyone who wants a minimalistic look in their kitchen.  They are usually made from a single piece of plywood and they look nice in any modern or contemporary kitchen.

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Construction Materials Mauritius: The 2020 pricelist

Due to the Covid-19 pandemic, many materials have known an increase in their prices. This is because many construction materials in Mauritius are exported so with the lockdown of almost 3 months, it has been very difficult. From cement and asphalt products to piping and structural steel, all materials have been affected by this impact.

Plan your budget

A house is an asset as well as an investment for the future.  If you are dreaming of building a new house but worried about the expenses first of all you should start by determining how much you can afford to spend especially if you need a housing loan and need to find out what type of loan you are looking for. Continue reading

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Are you looking for the best construction company in Mauritius? We are Manse Saxon. A name that many associate with top-notch building and contracting services on the island. We are a multidisciplinary company with in-depth expertise in the fields of Mechanical, Electrical, and Plumbing (MEP), Fit out Interiors, Facilities Management and Aluminium.

About Manser Saxon

Manser Saxon Contracting Ltd was incorporated in 1993 and today we are among the top construction companies in Mauritius. With years and years of operation in various building and
construction fields, we have built a valuable expertise in Mechanical, Electrical and Plumbing
(MEP). We also provide tailor-made solutions to the construction and allied industries with fit out interiors, facilities management, aluminium, elevators and more.

The expertise we have is being shared through the MS Training academy which provides
courses to our employees. The academy is also open to the public. We are amongst the rare
building and construction companies in Mauritius who serve clients locally, as well as in other islands of the Indian Ocean and Dubai.

At Manser Saxon, no job is to big or too small. We employ more than 1600 skilled professionals
deployed across ten divisions and sister companies operating locally or internationally. Our
people are our strength, that’s why at Manser Saxon, we are reputed to be one of the best
construction companies to work with in Mauritius.

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Construction Mauritius: Choose the right paint for your house!

It is not always easy to opt for the right kind of color when you want to give a fresh touch in his home. We will give you some tips to help you make the right choice.

The different types of paint to use in your home

Example of types of paint to choose for the interior of your home. There are basically two big kinds of color for your home, which you can buy in the paint department and hardware store of a materials store:

Water paints

These colors are very easy to apply and offer excellent results. Among them, you will find:

Acrylic paint: it is applied in all rooms of the house, and on all kinds of coating. It has the advantage of having a high covering power and is compatible with damp rooms such as your bathroom. This painting is also ideal for outdoors;

The alkyd color: it is very tough. Its use therefore mainly concerns the coloring of interior floors.

The colors in oil: They are more complex to apply than water-based paints, but they are particularly intense and resistant:

Glycerol paint: it is ideal for wet rooms in your home. This paint is especially leachable by means of drugstore products and lasts in time. It also has the particularity of having a high covering power, which allows you to repaint on wallpaper as well as on your dark walls;

Epoxy paint: it is the most resistant of all types of paint. It is therefore perfect to repaint all the supports and elements of interior carpentry. It has other assets such as extreme resistance and an aesthetic appearance. Its drying time is, however, long and requires the application of two layers at least.

Besides the type, you will also have to opt for a particular painting aspect. You will have the choice between:

Matt colors

They offer sober colors and make it possible to hide the defects of ceiling of a wall. They do not reflect light, which gives an even rendering of the color on all the coating. They are ideal for ceilings as well as for bedroom walls. They are, on the other hand, hardly washable.

Satin paints

They adapt to all rooms. But, they are mostly very common in bathrooms and kitchens. They offer a discreet reflection and make it easy to erase the defects of a wall. They are also washable and washable.

Bright colors

They reflect light and give an impression of grandeur to your interior rooms. They are especially recommended for wet rooms. They give vivid colors to the walls, but are difficult to apply, even with good manual painting tools. They must be affixed only on a support in perfect condition.

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What to consider when buying a plot of Land in Mauritius?

The question of the Surface Area:

In the urbanized areas most of the grounds measure around 300 m2, but a plot of 500 m2 will allow you for example to keep your distance with the neighbors, and to enjoy a spacious garden). On the other hand, a bigger ground supposes expenses and time for its maintenance, integrated in your search criteria.

The price is very variable from one region to another.  The demarcation of the land is very important to know the exact boundaries of your land and prevent any future litigation. Request a demarcation plan from the vendor and a survey done by a surveyor before purchasing.

Field conditions to check:

In any case, prefer a simple form, as close as possible to the square, to ensure optimal construction conditions.

It will always be better to buy flat land, to facilitate construction and to leave as many possibilities as possible. But a sloping terrain can offer other potentialities: greater surface area, better integration with the site, more unobstructed view, original landscaping. However, the construction will be more complex, and may require earthworks, foundation, water recovery, accessibility.

Beware of the pitches, or near a watercourse, they can present risks of flooding.

The nature of the subsoil is crucial:

All soils are generally heterogeneous, but one still distinguishes the good soils of the bad ones. The basement of your property must be stable and fluid to provide the foundation for your future home. Rocky or sand or gravel soils are considered good soils, the bad ones being those composed of clay, silt, embankments (risk of settlement, flooding, landslides). Attention also to the presence of a water table, old pipes, galleries or quarries buried (make a survey in case of doubt).

Subjective criteria but nevertheless very useful:

The opinion of the neighborhood, and the repeated visit to the place, is essential. Do not hesitate to discuss with neighbors about the environment, constraints, methods and construction choices, etc. And most importantly, visit the site several times, at different times of the day and week, to realize the advantages and disadvantages of the place and the environment.

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Mauritius: Trends In The Interior Design

If the choice of a floor or wall covering is difficult for you, a good solution is to follow the current trends to inspire yourself. So, you will find some ideas that will make the country’s homes a thing of the past.

Colored tiles, basin, Italian shower, … A very trendy bathroom!

For tiles, the motto is originality. The tiling offer is quite impressive. If you have no idea what type of tile you want in your home, the choice can be tedious. Here are some original ideas for this fall:

-The wood imitation tiles are the perfect compromise between the qualities of ceramics and the appearance of parquet. A woody hue is given to them during the manufacture.

-This dummrt also marks the return of tiny, patterned or colored tiles, such as the 1950s kitchens and bathrooms.

-Parquet and wooden floors: our suggestions for this season

Two variants of wooden flooring will become more and more common in homes this year.

Laminated floors with V-chamfer. It is therefore of parquet floor nestable with the difference that it does not overlap perfectly. They are designed to leave grooves between the blades for a more traditional look.

To give volume to your room, turn to the use of large wood blades. Their sizes will bring an impression of greatness to your interior.

Vinyl is back among popular flooring

Lately, vinyl is not as successful as it may have been a few years ago. Yet it is coming back in force, but in another form. Finish the rollers, instead of the blades. Indeed, today vinyl is also available in the form of laminated flooring.

The bathroom comes back to simplicity

In terms of bathroom, Italian showers with concrete imitation walls are found more and more frequently in the bathrooms of our country. This concrete aspect is obtained by the application of a special coating. The trend is lightness and clean lines. The basins are very popular, especially on wooden furniture.

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Construction Mauritius: Choose the perfect door for your Future house!

How to choose your front door? When one builds one’s house, one chooses most often its door of entry according to criteria of aesthetics and security. The idea of ​​the performance comes after. It is true that your gateway will be the first impression you give to your visitors. Classic or contemporary, you need to find your style without forgetting that it will protect you from the heat, cold and ensure your safety. Do not forget that it participates in the thermal and sound insulation of buildings particularly for the calculation of thermal bridges.

What material for your door?

The choices of materials for your door are varied. They each have their advantages in terms of thermal insulation but some are more efficient than others. It’s up to you to make your choice according to your preferences and budget knowing that you can opt for a solid door, a semi-glazed door, or a glass door for more brightness.

Wood

For an authentic and robust entrance door, wood is a good option. Several species exist: oak, larch, pine that are treated insecticide and fungicide or exotic woods, which themselves are naturally rot-proof. Wood is a noble and sturdy material that resists well in time but will require regular maintenance even if it is treated. Its last advantage will be the ease to change the color of your door.

Aluminum

For a very resistant door at an affordable price, aluminum is a good alternative with a variety of styles, sizes and colors. Be careful though because aluminum is cold conductor. It will be necessary to provide insulating panels to ensure good thermal performance. Some manufacturers offer monobloc doors adapted to cold weather.

PVC

A PVC door has huge advantages with very good insulating performance, a great choice of styles and colors, no maintenance and, most importantly, a very reasonable price. Its major disadvantage will be security.

Steel

Cheaper than wood and aluminum, the steel door is the best solution to prevent break-ins. For good thermal performance, steel should be combined with other materials. Its disadvantages remain its weight, its aesthetic appearance and its sensitivity to corrosion. (To be avoided by the sea). Hörmann, for example, with its range “ThermoPro” focuses on safety, thermal insulation and design at very attractive prices.

Glass

If you want a lot of light, opt for a glazed entrance door. With the increasing number of break-ins, today manufacturers offer double or triple glazing. You can also add 1 burglar proof film or security bars.

The composite

Made from molded fiberglass, the composite is the latest addition to the doorway ranges. Thanks to its density, it will guarantee you an excellent acoustic and thermal insulation and its resistance will protect you from possible burglars. With many decorative finishes, this is the ideal entryway if your budget allows it.

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Building your house in Mauritius

To build one’s home is the dream of most people. But it can be scary at first when you do not know the ins and outs. Without knowledge, it is very easy to lose money unknowingly, and in the construction industry in Mauritius it counts in thousands of rupees! Make substantial savings at each stage of the project while following our guidelines.

In the following lines you will discover the action plan to flatten the budget of the construction, master it and optimize it to make great savings.

Definition of the overall budget

The starting point of the project is defining the budget. All the next steps will depend on this. You will need to consider the following:

  • Defining its financial capacity
  • Know your budget
  • Calculate and reduce notary fees
  • Study the price of the entire building
  • Estimate the cost of servicing
  • Take into account the work to be done
  • Anticipating taxes

Find the land at the right price

Afterwards, comes the purchase of the land. A crucial step that will determine your future environment but also trigger the first monthly credit and give you the building possibilities. You will need to consider the following:

  • The factors to be taken into account in choosing the right ground
  • Tools and services to know the market price
  • The tool for price reductions
  • The cheapest way to pay a lot
  • Good questions for the seller
  • The golden rules of trading
  • Important things to know before Signing the Sale Compromise

Negotiations with the builder and artisans

Then comes the construction of the house as such, you will then need to properly determine your needs and desires to get the house that fits within your budget. You will need to consider those:

  • Define the specifications of his house well
  • Lowering the price of the house
  • Choose between builder, prime contractor or architect
  • Request and select the best quotes
  • Start builders, craftsmen and suppliers
  • Know how and what to negotiate
  • Buy used, rent, recover or sell surplus
  • Choosing serious businesses

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