Philippine Construction Material Prices

Bungalow Uno (36 SQ.M.) Construction Price with Labor Estimates – Two Bedrooms

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So, a lot of readers were asking for house construction prices. True to our mission to help ordinary Filipinos get a clear idea on how much houses are constructed, this post should help you.

The perspective below comes with its bill of quantity with percentage breakdown and floor plans.

Bungalow Uno Perspective | https://philconprices.com/

The total price below may be higher or lower depending on the materials you will be using and the labor rates in your area. The depth of foundation is at 0.70m from the natural ground line to help with the structural integrity considering nowadays that we are experiencing crazy climate change aftermath.

The windows are all aluminum sliding except for the toilet that is awning. Solid core doors are set for exterior doors main and rear), hollow ones are for the bedrooms. PVC door for the toilet room.

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6″ concrete hollow block for all exterior walls and 4″ for the interior. Fiber cement board ceiling for exterior and toilet while plywood for interior, all with aluminum framing. The roof framing are all steel.

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Excavation (and Backfilling)5,871.291.18%
Concreting Works
1.) Gravel Bed3,302.030.66%
2.) Concrete47,007.409.46%
3.) Reinforcing Bars51,166.8010.30%
4.) Formworks15,617.333.14%
Masonry Works
1.) Exterior Masonry43,520.218.76%
2.) Interior Masonry16,681.873.36%
Plastering Works24,384.144.91%
Ceiling Works42,076.498.47
Painting Works
1.) Concrete Painting22,385.784.51%
2.) Wood Painting 16,964.873.41%
3.) Metal Painting (Roof Framing)10,513.062.12
Septic Tank19,598.363.94%
Tiling Works26,104.135.25%
Roofing Works47,894.569.64%
Hardware7,231.251.46%
Doors and Window49,996.1210.06%
Plumbing Works29,350.105.91%
Electrical Works17,219.403.47%
TOTAL496,885.18100.00%
Bungalow Uno – Bill of Quantity | https://philconprices.com/
Bungalow Uno Rendered Floor Plan | https://philconprices.com/

Check other House Plans here:

Bungalow Dos – 995k Total Construction Price
Four – Bedroom Boarding House – 650k Total Construction Price

Get the complete plan (pdf, short bond paper size) with Bill of Materials (excel) incorporated with labor calculations. Just input the labor rates in your area, prices of the materials and viola! You’ll get the total amount and the time needed to complete certain works. More details HERE. or know more on how to pay via Gcash here.

Bungalow Uno Bundle Amount : Php 350.00

Inclusions:

  1. Bill of Materials (How many bags of cement, tiles, reinforcing bars will you need) with Labor timeline estimates (How many hours for a foreman, skilled and unskilled workers are needed to complete a certain work).

2. Floor plan, perspective and elevations.

3. Power and lighting layout.

4. Sanitary and waterline layout with Septic and Grease Trap Details.

5. Foundation Plan.

6. Column, Footing and Beam Details.

7. Roof Framing and Beam Plan.

Limitations: This excel file will only work for this set Plan. Labor calculations are pre-assumed based on average productivity rate of laborers in the Philippines.

Exclusions: Structural Calculations. Sign and seal of Professional Engineer / Architect. You cannot use this to apply for building permit unless re-drawn, signed and sealed by a professional.

Disclaimer: The plans are just guides. That is why it is cheap. Though the structural concepts, depths of foundations, beams and column sizes, reinforcing bars are considered with our intellect and experience as licensed civil engineers, it is ALWAYS advisable to hire a professional that you trust to design your homes, construct the plans at your own risk.

If you have any questions email us. We now offer signed and sealed plans for Building Permit Applications.

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Waterproofing Works Materials Breakdown per Square Meter

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This guide is a materials breakdown per square meter of waterproofing works. All you have to do is to multiply the factors below with your computed total area (in square meter). All in straight-to-the-point calculations.

Cementitious Waterproofing

Materials DescriptionUnitQTY
Cement-Based Waterproofingsq.m.1.05

Liquid Waterproofing

Materials DescriptionUnitQTY
Primer CoatGal0.04
Liquid WaterproofingGal0.03

Preformed Waterproofing Membrane

Materials DescriptionUnitQTY
Asphalt PrimerGal0.10
Preformed Membranesq.m.1.05

To give you ideas, liquid and preformed membrane waterproofing are ideal for roof deck and suspended swimming pools. If you are only doing waterproofing for your second floor toilet and bath, cement-base waterproofing is good enough.

Check other construction data with the same concept on the links below.

Floor Topping Materials Breakdown per Square Meter

Partition Walls Materials Breakdown per Square Meter

Roofing Works Materials Breakdown per Square Meter

Painting Works Materials Breakdown per Square Meter

Tiling Works Materials Breakdown per Square Meter

Ceiling Construction Materials Breakdown per Square Meter

Metal Gate Construction Materials Breakdown and Prices

These are shared here for the non-technical people to do their own material computation without the need to ask or hire engineers or quantity surveyors.

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Floor Topping Cement Materials Breakdown per SQM (with Calculator)

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Estimating material counts for flooring sub-layers can quickly become confusing when handling different unit volumes. This straight-to-the-point estimation guide breaks down the exact material requirements for 50mm thick floor topping materials and plain cement finish works per sqm.

Whether you are budgeting for a residential room or a massive commercial warehouse, you can skip the complex volumetric equations. Simply use the baseline multipliers below and multiply them by your project’s total floor area.

The floor topping and cement finish in this guide is set at 50mm thickness.

Floor Topping & Cement Finish Calculator

Enter your floor area and your local prices to get the total estimated cost.

square meters (sq.m.)

* Price/unit is optional — type your local price to compute total cost.

Material Unit Per sqm You need Price/unit (₱) Total (₱)
Estimated total materials cost ₱ —

* Based on 50mm thickness. Quantities include wastage allowance. Always round up when purchasing. Labor cost not included.

📋 The 50mm Floor Topping Multipliers (Per Sqm)

For a standard 50mm thick floor topping utilizing a typical 1:3 mortar mixture ratio (cement to sand), use the following material multipliers per square meter.

(Note: These factors include a standard 5% allowance to cover surface irregularities and mixing waste. This floor topping materials per sqm calculator is just a guide).

How to Use This Material Breakdown

Using the factors above is simple:

  1. Determine the total floor area in square meters.
  2. Put the floor area (SQM) in the slot above.
  3. Put the local prices of the materials.
  4. Add a reasonable allowance for wastage, typically between 5% and 10%, depending on site conditions.
  5. Then you’ll get the materials breakdown.

Important Notes

  • Estimates are based on a 50 mm floor topping thickness.
  • Material requirements will increase or decrease if a different thickness is specified.
  • Actual consumption may vary depending on workmanship, substrate condition, compaction, and finishing requirements.
  • Always verify quantities against project plans and specifications before procurement.

Frequently Asked Questions

How thick should floor topping be?

Floor topping thickness varies depending on project requirements. Typical applications range from 25 mm to 75 mm. This guide uses a standard thickness of 50 mm.

Is this estimate suitable for residential construction?

Yes. The calculation method can be used for residential, commercial, and light industrial projects, provided the specified thickness remains the same.

Does this include labor costs?

No. This guide only covers material quantities. Labor, equipment, overhead, contractor profit, and other project costs are not included.

Can I use this for cost estimation?

Yes. Once you determine the required material quantities, you can multiply them by current market prices to obtain a preliminary project cost estimate.

Factors below for your reference.

Floor Cement Finish Factors

Materials DescriptionUnitQTY
Cementbag0.73
Sandcu.m.0.06

Floor Topping Factors

Materials DescriptionUnitQTY
CementBag0.70
Sandcu.m.0.06

Floor topping are used in mostly residential projects to rectify slant slab-on-grades and to prepare the floor for tiling works. Should you opt to just use plain cement finish, the cheat sheet above should come handy.


These are shared here for the non-technical people to do their own material computation without the need to ask or hire engineers or quantity surveyors.

Check other construction data with the same concept on the links below.

Partition Walls Materials Breakdown per Square Meter

Roofing Works Materials Breakdown per Square Meter

Painting Works Materials per SQM with Calculator

Tiling Works Materials Breakdown per Square Meter

Ceiling Construction Materials Breakdown per Square Meter

Metal Gate Construction Materials Breakdown and Prices

Final Thoughts

Accurate material estimation is essential for controlling construction costs and avoiding material shortages during project execution. By using the floor topping and cement finish breakdown provided in this guide, contractors, engineers, estimators, and homeowners can quickly determine the approximate material requirements per square meter for their projects.

For more construction estimating references, material breakdowns, and unit cost guides in the Philippines, explore the other resources available on Philcon Prices.

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Partition Wall Materials Breakdown per SQM (with Calculator)

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Building a partition wall sounds simple enough — until you’re standing in the hardware store trying to remember how many metal studs you need for a 15 sq.m. wall. That’s what this (wall materials breakdown per sqm) calculator is for . Plug in your wall area, pick your wall type, and you’ll get the exact quantities to bring to your supplier.

Three wall types are covered here, which also happen to be the three most common in Philippine residential construction: plywood or fiber cement board on a metal frame, plywood on a lumber frame, and concrete hollow block (CHB) with plaster finish on both sides.

This is the typical walls of Filipino houses. These factors has enough wastage (very conservative, in fact).

How to use this wall materials breakdown per sqm calculator?All you have to do is put the TOTAL square meter area and put local prices and you should get the total number of materials needed for you to construct your do-it-yourself partition walls.

Partition Wall Materials Calculator

Enter your total wall area and your local prices to get the total estimated cost.

square meters (sq.m.)

* Price/unit is optional — type your local price to compute total cost.

Material Unit Per sqm You need Price/unit (₱) Total (₱)
Estimated total materials cost ₱ —

* Quantities include wastage allowance. Factors cover both faces of the wall. Always round up when purchasing. Labor cost not included.

Factors below sets as the baseline data of this calculator.

Plywood / Drywall on Metal Frame

Materials DescriptionUnitQTY
4′ x 8′ – Plywood / Fiber Cement Boardpc0.73
3m Length – Metal Studspc1.20
Rivetspc14.00
Metal Screwpc4.00

Plywood / Drywall on Metal Frame

This is increasingly the go-to for interior partitions — especially in condos and newer homes. Metal studs are lighter than lumber, won’t warp, and don’t attract termites. The fiber cement board option is also more fire-resistant than plain plywood, which matters if you’re walling off a kitchen or utility area.

The 14 rivets per sq.m. might seem like a lot, but remember this covers both faces of the wall — you’re fastening board on both sides to the same metal frame.

Plywood Partition on Lumber Frame

Materials DescriptionUnitQTY
4′ x 8′ – Marine Plywoodpc0.73
8′ – 2″x2″ Lumberpc1.42
Common Nailspc26.00
Concrete Nails (for concrete anchoring – may vary)pc6.00

Plywood on Lumber Frame

The traditional approach, still widely used in provincial construction and low-cost housing because lumber is often locally available and cheaper. The 2″x2″ at 1.42 pcs per sq.m. accounts for vertical studs plus horizontal blocking. The concrete nails (6 pcs per sq.m.) are specifically for anchoring the bottom and top plates to the concrete floor and ceiling slab.

Concrete Hollow Block Wall (Plastered, both sides)

Masonry WallUnitQTY
4″ Concrete Hollow Blockpcs12.5
Cementbag0.53
Sandcu.m.0.04
6m Length – 10mm Deformed Reinforcing Barspc0.40
No. 16 Tie Wirekg0.05
Cement Plaster Finish – 2 faces
Cementbag0.64
Fine Sandcu.m.0.054

Concrete Hollow Block Wall (Plastered, Both Sides)

CHB walls are heavier, more permanent, and better for sound insulation — which is why they’re preferred for bedroom partitions and walls between units. The 4″ CHB is the standard for interior partitions; don’t confuse it with 6″ CHB, which has a completely different material ratio and is typically used for exterior or load-bearing walls.

The materials here are split into two groups: the masonry work (CHB, cement, sand, rebars, tie wire) and the cement plaster finish on both faces (cement + fine sand). When you’re budgeting, treat these separately — plastering is often done by a different crew and at a different stage of construction.

This is a wall material breakdown per sqm guide and you should be able to get a rough estimate (close to actual) materials breakdown. 4″ is used in the concrete hollow block as it is the typical indoor CHB wall size for partitions. Note that materials breakdown for 4″ and 6″ concrete hollow block is NOT the same.

FAQ

Is 4″ CHB strong enough for interior partition walls?
Yes — 4″ CHB is the standard for non-load-bearing interior partitions in Philippine residential construction. For exterior walls or walls that carry load, use 6″ CHB with the appropriate rebar spacing.

Can I use fiber cement board instead of plywood on a metal frame?
Absolutely, and in many cases it’s the better choice. Fiber cement board is more moisture-resistant and fire-rated, making it ideal for bathrooms, kitchens, and areas that need better fire separation. The material factor is the same — 0.73 pcs per sq.m.

What’s the difference between common nails and concrete nails in the lumber frame tab?
Common nails are for fastening the plywood sheets to the lumber studs. Concrete nails are specifically for anchoring the lumber frame to the concrete floor or ceiling slab — they’re hardened and can be driven directly into concrete.

Does the CHB plaster factor cover both sides?
Yes. The 0.64 bags of cement and 0.054 cu.m. of fine sand per sq.m. for plaster already accounts for two faces of the wall.

Check other construction data with the same concept on the links below.

Roofing Works Materials Breakdown per Square Meter

Painting Works Materials Breakdown per Square Meter

Tiling Works Materials Breakdown per Square Meter

Ceiling Construction Materials Breakdown per Square Meter

Metal Gate Construction Materials Breakdown and Prices

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Painting Works Materials Calculator – Philippines (per sq.m.)

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Planning to repaint your walls, timber frames, or steel gates? This guide breaks down the exact materials you’ll need per square meter. The surface is concrete/masonry, wood/timber, or metal/steel. Use the calculator below to instantly get your quantities and estimated cost.

How to use this calculator

  1. Enter your total painting area in square meters.
  2. Choose your surface type: Concrete, Wood, or Metal.
  3. Optionally type in your local price per unit to see total cost.
  4. Round up quantities when buying at the hardware store.

Painting Materials Calculator

Enter your painting area and your local prices to get the total estimated cost.

square meters (sq.m.)

* Price/unit is optional — type your local price to compute total cost.

Material Unit Per sqm You need Price/unit (₱) Total (₱)
Estimated total materials cost ₱ —

* Quantities include wastage allowance. Always round up when purchasing. Labor cost not included.

Concrete / Masonry Painting Materials Breakdown per Square Meter

Materials DescriptionUnitQTY
Concrete NeutralizerGal0.02
Concrete Sealer / PrimerGal0.04
Patching CompoundGal0.05
Semi-Gloss (Double Coat)Gal0.08

Wood / Timber Painting Materials Breakdown per Square Meter

Materials DescriptionUnitQTY
Glazing PuttyGal0.05
Flat Wall EnamelGal0.04
Enamel Quick DryGal0.04
Paint ThinnerL0.25
Tinting Color (if needed)Pint0.01

Metal / Steel Painting Materials Breakdown per Square Meter

Materials DescriptionUnitQTY
Red Oxide PrimerGal0.04
Enamel PaintGal0.10
Paint ThinnerL0.25
Tinting Color (if needed)Pint0.01

The quantities per square meter already include a conservative wastage allowance. Most contractors still add 5–10% contingency on top of material cost for unexpected repairs or second coats. These factors are based on standard Philippine construction practice.

These are shared so non-technical people can do their own material computation without the need to ask engineers or quantity surveyors. These factors in itself have conservative wastage factors. Anyhow, some still include 5%-10% additional expenses of the total material costs for contingency.

FAQ section:

Q: How many gallons of paint do I need for 100 sq.m. of concrete wall?
A: For a double coat of semi-gloss, you need approximately 8 gallons (0.08 × 100). Plus 2 gallons of primer and 5 gallons of patching compound.

Q: Do I need a neutralizer before painting new concrete?
A: Yes — fresh concrete is alkaline and can cause paint to peel. Apply concrete neutralizer first (about 0.02 gal per sq.m.) before priming.

Q: What’s the difference between enamel and semi-gloss for wall painting?
A: Semi-gloss is used for concrete/masonry walls and is more moisture-resistant. Enamel (quick-dry or flat wall) is used for wood and metal surfaces.


Check other construction data with the same concept on the links below.

Bungalow – Two Bedrooms 36 SQ.M. Below 500K

Roofing Works Materials Breakdown per Square Meter

Tiling Works Materials Breakdown per Square Meter

Ceiling Construction Materials Breakdown per Square Meter

Metal Gate Construction Materials Breakdown and Prices

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Roofing Materials Breakdown per Square Meter (with Calculator)

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This guide is a materials breakdown per square meter of roofing works. All you have to do is to multiply the factors below with your computed total area (in square meter). All in straight-to-the-point calculations.

Roofing is one of those parts of construction that people tend to underestimate — not just the cost, but how much material actually goes into it. A lot of homeowners end up going back to the hardware store two or three times because they bought short. That’s exactly why I put this together.

The calculator above and the breakdown below are based on standard Philippine construction practice. The factors already account for wastage, so what you’re getting isn’t a bare minimum — it’s a realistic number you can actually bring to your supplier.

Three things this covers:

1. Metal Roofing Sheets
The standard for most residential builds here is pre-painted metal sheets — either rib type or corrugated, long span or short span depending on your rafter spacing. The factor of 1.05 sq.m. per sq.m. covers the overlap. You’ll also need 10 tek screws or J-bolts with washers per sq.m. — don’t go lower than this, especially in typhoon-prone areas.

2. Roofing Gutter
Gutter is measured in lineal meters, not area — because it runs along the edge of your roof, not across it. For every lineal meter of gutter, you need 1 meter of fabricated metal roofing gutter, 3 pcs of 12″ x 1″ GI plain strap to hold it, and 16 blind rivets for fastening. Measure the perimeter edges that drain, not the full roof perimeter.

3. Ridge, Hip, Valleys, and Flashing
Same deal — these are all linear. Every meter of ridge, hip, valley, or flashing needs 18 blind rivets. If your roof has a lot of angles (hips, valleys, dormers), add these up carefully because it’s easy to forget a few meters here and there.

Roofing Materials Calculator

Enter your measurements below and your local prices to get the full estimated cost of your roof.

* Price/unit is optional — type your local price to compute total cost.

Metal Roofing Sheets

Measured in square meters (sq.m.) — total floor plan area covered by the roof

sq.m.
Material Unit Per sq.m. You need Price/unit (₱) Total (₱)
Subtotal — Roofing Sheets: ₱ —

Roofing Gutter

Measured in lineal meters (l.m.) — total length of all eave edges that need guttering

l.m.
Material Unit Per l.m. You need Price/unit (₱) Total (₱)
Subtotal — Roofing Gutter: ₱ —

Ridge, Hip, Valleys & Flashing

Measured in lineal meters (l.m.) — add up the total length of all ridges, hips, valleys, and flashings

l.m.
Material Unit Per l.m. You need Price/unit (₱) Total (₱)
Subtotal — Ridge / Hip / Flashing: ₱ —
GRAND TOTAL — All Roofing Materials ₱ —

* Quantities include wastage allowance. Always round up when purchasing. Add 5–10% contingency for complex roof shapes. Labor cost not included.

A note on these numbers: The factors here are conservative — they already include wastage. That said, I’d still recommend adding 5–10% to your total material cost as contingency, especially if your roof has a complex shape. A simple gable is straightforward; a hip roof with valleys is not.

FAQ

How do I compute the area of my roof?
For a simple gable roof, measure the footprint (length × width) then multiply by a slope factor. A common roof slope in the Philippines (1:2.5 pitch) uses a factor of about 1.08–1.15. When in doubt, measure along the actual roof surface, not the floor plan.

What’s the difference between long span and short span roofing sheets?
Long span sheets run the full length of your roof without horizontal laps — better for cleaner looks and fewer leak points. Short span uses horizontal overlaps at purlins. Long span is more common in residential builds today.

Do I need to buy extra for cuts and waste?
The 1.05 factor already includes overlap and a bit of waste. If your roof has a lot of hip cuts or irregular angles, add another 5% on top.

How many tek screws per sheet?
About 10 per sq.m. is the standard. On a typical 0.5m-wide corrugated sheet, that works out to roughly one screw every two corrugations at each purlin.

Metal Roofing Sheets per Square Meter

Materials DescriptionUnitQTY
Pre-Painted Metal Sheets (Rib/Corrugated Type Long/Short Span)sq.m.1.05
Tek Screw / J-Bolt w/ Washerspc10

Roofing Gutter per Lineal Meter

Materials DescriptionUnitQTY
Fabricated Metal Roofing Gutterm1
12″ x 1″ GI Plain Strappc3
Blind Rivetspc16

Ridge, Hip, Valleys, Flashing, Valleys per Lineal Meter

Materials DescriptionUnitQTY
Ridge, Hip, Valleys, Flashing, Valleysm1
Blind Rivetspc18

Gutter, roof ridge, hip rolls, flashings and valleys are considered in linear meter since their area (or width as per actual) varies. These data already have wastage factors in it and these are very conservative. Anyhow, you may still include 5%-10% additional expenses of the total material costs for contingency.

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Other similar construction data that may be beneficial to you is posted below.

Bungalow – Two Bedrooms 36 SQ.M. Below 500K

Painting Works Materials Breakdown per Square Meter

Tiling Works Materials Breakdown per Square Meter

Ceiling Construction Materials Breakdown per Square Meter

Metal Gate Construction Materials Breakdown with Prices

These are shared here for the non-technical people to do their own material computation without the need to ask or hire engineers or quantity surveyors. BUT, we strongly suggest you hire one so your concerns will be attended right away.

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Tiling Materials Breakdown per Square Meter (with Calculator)

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Tiling your floor or walls and need to know how many tiles, bags of cement, and grout to buy? This breakdown gives you the exact materials per square meter — and our free calculator below does the computation for you the moment you enter your area.

Choose between 200x200mm glazed tiles or 600x600mm granite tiles. Enter your local prices to get an estimated total cost based on what materials actually cost in your area.

Quantifying construction materials may be dreadful for most people and I believe most of you are relying to your engineer or foreman for these tasks. This easy cheat sheet is created so non-technical people can do DIY estimates on tiling works. All you have to do is multiply the factors below to your total area (in square meter) to get the total quantity of the tiling materials and its corresponding average price.

Tiling Materials Calculator

Enter your tiling area and your local prices to get the total estimated cost.

square meters (sq.m.)

* Price/unit is optional — type your local price to compute total cost.

Material Unit Per sqm You need Price/unit (₱) Total (₱)
Estimated total materials cost ₱ —

* Quantities include wastage allowance. Always round up when purchasing. Labor cost not included — add approx. ₱248/sqm for glazed tiles, ₱1,652/sqm for granite tiles.

Glazed Tile Materials Breakdown per Square Meter

Table below is just an example. So are the prices. Amount for labor cost should be around Php 248.00 per square meter so, total cost per square meter of glazed tiling work with labor cost is around Php 853.00. To give you seamless experience, we suggest you just utilize the tiling calculator above. Where all you need is input the amount (per piece), and it will do the job for you.

DescriptionUnitQTYAmount / Unit (PhP)Total Amount (PhP)
200cm x 200cm Glazed Tilespc2616.00416.00
Portland CementBag0.33260.0085.8
Sandcu.m.0.031,500.0045.00
Tile GroutBag0.1365.008.45
Tile Adhesive (25 Kg)Bag0.15405.0060.75
GRAN TOTAL
(per SQ.M.)		616.00

Unglazed Tile Materials Breakdown per Square Meter

DescriptionUnitQTYAmount / Unit (PhP)Total Amount (PhP)
600mm x 600mm Granite Tile pcs2.921,500.004,375.00
Portland Cementbag0.33260.0085.80
Sandcu.m.0.031,500.0045.00
Tile Groutbag0.1365.008.45
Tile Adhesive (25 Kg)bag0.15405.0060.75
GRAN TOTAL
(per SQ.M.)		4,575.00

For the unglazed tiling works, 60cm x 60cm granite tile is used. Just multiply your total area in square meter to the factors above and you should get a conservative materials estimate for your tiling works. The factor for the labor cost is around 30% – 45% of the total materials cost. Since granite tile is more labor sensitive as it needs buffing, trimming and polishing, its labor cost is also way steeper compared to glazed tile sample above.

The average labor cost for granite tiling per square meter is around Php 1,652.00. Thus, getting a total cost of Php 6,227.00 per square meter.

Furthermore, unglazed tiles are best used in wet areas suck us bathroom because it is more slip resistant. Also, unglazed tiles are preferred to outdoor gardening and tiling works because it is not apparent when the tile is chipped.

Other similar construction data that may be beneficial to you are listed below.

Painting Works Materials Breakdown per Square Meter

Roofing Works Materials Breakdown per Square Meter

Ceiling Construction Materials Breakdown per Square Meter

Metal Gate Construction Materials Breakdown with Prices

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Ceiling Construction Materials Breakdown per Square Meter

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This guide is a materials breakdown per square meter of ceiling works. All you have to do is to multiply the factors below with your computed total area (in square meter). All in straight-to-the-point calculations for both metal-framed ceiling and timber-framed ceiling constructions.

This is just theoretical for the sake of simple calculation. Wall angle may vary on actual. No shadow lines or decorative gaps were assumed.

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All items is computed with enough wastage factor so this ceiling construction breakdown should come handy for ordinary people.

Ceiling Materials Calculator

Enter your ceiling area and your local prices to get the total estimated cost.

square meters (sq.m.)

* Price/unit is optional — type your local price to compute total cost.

Material Unit Per sqm You need Price/unit (₱) Total (₱)
Estimated total materials cost ₱ —

* Quantities include wastage allowance. Always round up when purchasing. Labor cost not included.

Metal – Framed Ceiling Breakdown per SQ.M.

Material DescriptionUnitQTY
4′ x 8′ Ficem Board / Gypsum / Ordinary Plywoodpc0.37
Metal Furring – 3m Length (of preferred size)pc1.14
Carrying Channel – 3m Length (of preferred size)pc0.37
Hanger Rodpc1
Channel Clippc6
Wall Angle – 3m Lengthpc0.24
Rivetpc14
Metal Screwpc4

Timber – Framed Ceiling Breakdown per SQ.M.

Materials DescriptionUnitQTY
4′ x 8′ Ficem Board / Marine Plywood / Ordinary Plywoodpc0.37
2″ x 2″ Lumber – 8′ Lengthpc1.2
Assorted Nailskg0.14

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Bungalow – Two Bedrooms 36 SQ.M. Below 500K

Painting Works Materials Breakdown per Square Meter

Roofing Works Materials Breakdown per Square Meter

Tiling Works Materials Breakdown per Square Meter

Metal Gate Construction Materials Breakdown with Prices

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Metal Gate Construction Material Breakdown and Prices

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This guide should be handy for people who already have existing concrete column posts. We just quantified the steel gate itself since people were asking how much the construction of their gates are.


This is the actual plan for a typical metal gate and the material breakdown with prices are listed below.

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Steel / Metal Gate Construction Perspective Plan | philconprices.com

Materials Breakdown:
1.) 2″ x 2″ Square Tube, 17 pcs (Php 649) – 6 meters per length : [Php 11,033.00]

2.) Pillow Block , 4 pcs (Php 240) : [Php 960.00]

3.) Cutting Disk , 5 pcs (Php 40) : [Php 200.00]

4.) Welding Rod , 4 kilos (Php 80) : [Php 320.00]

5.) Irod Rod – 1′ : [Php 100.00] – to find the cheapest one, check for junkshops near you they might have good scrap iron rods.


Total Material Cost : [Php 12,613.00].

The prices per location may vary. Find hardware shops that can deliver these materials right at your doorsteps.
Look for deals where welding machine and other equipment are to be taken care of by the contractor. Labor cost including equipment should be around 40% – 70% of the materials cost. Thus, say, around Php 7,500.00, bringing a total construction cost of around Php 20,200.00. Painting work is not included. The actual timeline to finish this metal gate is around 2-4 days.


For the painting, you can do it yourself. Just buy these additional materials.

1.) 2″ Paint Brush, 3 pcs (Php 60) : [Php 180.00]

2.) Fine-grit Sand Paper, optional : [Php 120.00]

3.) Rust Converter / Primer, 1L : [Php 230.00]

4.) Red Lead, optional 1L : [Php 150.00]

5.) Metal Paint, 1 Gal : [Php 450.00]


Hence, additional painting cost is around Php 1,130.00 if you do the painting work yourself.

Check this if you are looking for in-budget but outstanding quality powertools.


Since the gate dimension here differs to the ones that you have, again, this serves only as a guide. We hope to help those people who may not be affiliated with any engineers / architects. Still, when you can, we suggest you seek professional help so they can attend to your concerns right away.


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Average Construction Cost for a Single-Car Garage

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This post should help you determine the amount you need to construct a stand-alone single garage. Meaning, it is a different structure and is not a part of your actual house. Below is the 3D plan of the garage.

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Typical Stand-alone Garage | philconprices.com

This may be the most simplified version of typical garages that serves its purpose — that is to keep your car from the elements. There is no fascia and ceiling to lower down the cost. Building it with fascia and ceiling is completely optional but it is suggested not to have it since Filipinos are very budget-minded.

The garage construction cost breakdown is as follows:

Concreting Structure: Total =PhP 20,954.99

  1. Footing = PhP 2,273.12

  2. Column = PhP 4,750.28

  3. Slab-on-Grade = PhP 9,555.83

  4. Formworks = PhP 4,375.76

Roofing Works: Total = Php 23,995.14

  1. Truss and Roof Sheets = PhP 23,995.14

Painting Works: Total = Php 4,008.19

  1. Column = Php 809.02

  2. Trusses = Php 3,199.17

Electrical Works (without wall lamps):

Wiring and Lighting = Php 2,211.30

Electrical Works (with wall lamps):

Wiring and Lighting = Php 6,072.15

With a total construction material cost of Php 51,169.62 without the wall lamps and Php 55,030.47 with the wall lamps. Again, that amount is for the materials only. The labor rate is around 40%-60% of the materials cost (this is only a guide as labor rates vary per location). Please also note that general materials prices is used in the calculation of the total construction price. Materials prices differ per region.

The estimated labor cost should be around Php 25,000.00-30,000.00 and they should be able to complete this in 10 – 21 days. If there is a contractor / engineer / architect near you then you better hire one. In fact, it is ALWAYS advised to hire a professional. They’ll know what you need and they can answer your questions right away.

 

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