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Abdelrazik, H and Marzouk, M (2021) Investigating parameters affecting maintenance of heritage buildings in Egypt. International Journal of Building Pathology and Adaptation, 39(05), 734-55.
Abdul Nasir, N A B, Hassan, A S, Khozaei, F and Abdul Nasir, M H B (2021) Investigation of spatial configuration management on social distancing of recreational clubhouse for COVID-19 in Penang, Malaysia. International Journal of Building Pathology and Adaptation, 39(05), 782-810.
Andersen, L P S and Grytnes, R (2021) Different ways of perceiving risk and safety on construction sites and implications for safety cooperation. Construction Management and Economics, 39(05), 419–31.
Asiedu, R O and Ameyaw, C (2021) A system dynamics approach to conceptualise causes of cost overrun of construction projects in developing countries. International Journal of Building Pathology and Adaptation, 39(05), 831-51.
Bulut, M, Wilkinson, S, Khan, A, Jin, X H and Lee, C L (2021) Perceived benefits of retrofitted residential secondary glazing: an exploratory Australian study. International Journal of Building Pathology and Adaptation, 39(05), 720-33.
Christie, L, Donn, M and Walton, D (2011) The ‘apparent disconnect’ towards the adoption of energy-efficient technologies. Building Research & Information, 39(05), 450–8.
du Plessis, C and Cole, R J (2011) Motivating change: shifting the paradigm. Building Research & Information, 39(05), 436–49.
Duong, L N K, Wang, J X, Wood, L C, Reiners, T and Koushan, M (2021) The value of incremental environmental sustainability innovation in the construction industry: an event study. Construction Management and Economics, 39(05), 398–418.
Edwards, D J, Martek, I, Ejohwomu, O, Aigbavboa, C and Hosseini, M R (2021) Hand-arm vibration management: an operational health and safety strategy framework. International Journal of Building Pathology and Adaptation, 39(05), 811-30.
Folorunso, C O (2021) Analysis of effectiveness of wooden floor finishes in some residential buildings in Lagos, Nigeria. International Journal of Building Pathology and Adaptation, 39(05), 756-65.
- Type: Journal Article
- Keywords: finish; floor; interior; materials; residential buildings; wood
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- URL: https://doi.org/10.1108/IJBPA-11-2019-0100
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Purpose: Wood is one of the materials that is used for building construction either as structural member or as finishes from ages past to contemporary generation. It is composed of elongated, hollow spindle shaped cells that are arranged parallel to each other along the trunk of a tree. The resistance to water, chemicals, strength properties, appearance and decay rate is dictated by the fibrous cells. The purpose of this paper was to examine the application and use of wooden floor finish (an extract from wood) in residential buildings in Lagos, Nigeria, with a view to determine its effectiveness. Design/methodology/approach: The study adopted a dual stage survey approach before the administration of questionnaire on 100 respondents that were selected through purposive sampling after the initial inquiry on the use of the material from 384 randomly selected samples from the entire population. Findings: The study shows that the material is applied in all interior spaces except bathrooms and toilets. Minimal adoption is also seen in the kitchen area. Users indicate that wooden floor finish requires little maintenance, has low impact on users’ health, considered safe-minimal occurrence of home accidents is recorded, has moderate thermal insulation and affordable. Practical implications: The usage has impact on the environment due to continuous lumbering activities and lack of adequate plan for reforestation. This suggests that its sustainability depends on afforestation programmes. Its poor performance in sound insulation, water and fire resistance requires further attention. The maintenance is relatively easy and affordable. Originality/value: The author made a new foray into investigating the performance of wooden floor finish due to its resurgence in the area bearing in mind the unseasoned condition of wood in circulation in the area. Previous adoptions were done by a less aggressive generation of well-trained artisans. Best places for its usage within the interior spaces are identified.
Klitgaard, A, Gottlieb, S C and Svidt, K (2021) The researcher as audience and storyteller: challenges and opportunities of impression management in ethnographic studies. Construction Management and Economics, 39(05), 383–97.
Lützkendorf, T, Fan, W and Lorenz, D (2011) Engaging financial stakeholders: opportunities for a sustainable built environment. Building Research & Information, 39(05), 483–503.
Mohd Zaini, F, Kwong, Q J and Jack, L B (2021) Water efficiency in Malaysian commercial buildings: a green initiative and cost–benefit approach. International Journal of Building Pathology and Adaptation, 39(05), 702-19.
Munonye, C (2021) Determining the diurnal variation in comfort temperature in school buildings in the warm and humid climate. International Journal of Building Pathology and Adaptation, 39(05), 766-81.
Nicol, L A (2011) The role of institutional regimes in motivating change for sustainable housing. Building Research & Information, 39(05), 459–72.
Nwajei, U O K (2021) How relational contract theory influence management strategies and project outcomes: a systematic literature review. Construction Management and Economics, 39(05), 432–57.
Rodríguez-Labajos, L, Thomson, C S and O’Brien, G (2021) Applying constructivist grounded theory in co-production research: a case study exploring its potential and lessons for construction management research. Construction Management and Economics, 39(05), 369–82.
Shang, G, Pheng, L S and Gina, O L T (2021) Understanding the low adoption of prefabrication prefinished volumetric construction (PPVC) among SMEs in Singapore: from a change management perspective. International Journal of Building Pathology and Adaptation, 39(05), 685-701.
Whyte, J and Sexton, M (2011) Motivations for innovation in the built environment: new directions for research. Building Research & Information, 39(05), 473–82.