In order to help you compare the prices of finishing you can use in your home and assist you in shopping for the best buys in basic construction materials. The following are the list of basic construction materials as well as finishing materials.

ROOFING

corrugated G.I roofing sheets

Prices vary according to the different (thickness or gauges) of the sheets. Government controlled cost about P45.00 per linear foot.

for long term economy and beauty, there is COlorsheet prepainted corrugated G.I sheets which cost about P188.57 per linear. That is painted both on the top side and underside making it more resistant to corrosion. Another features is that it is made of annealed steel that is tempered for flexibility. This means that the sheet will not crack even if walked on or mishandled during installation. Colorsheet is available 8ft., 10ft. and 12ft., lengths.

Long Span Roofing Sheets

these come in standard corrugation and in special rib and loop design to suit residential and commercial needs. Material cost about P195.57 LF of P232.87 to P296.04 per linear meter. Actually hardly any maintenance is needed plus they come painted and t size as per specifications.

Asbestos roofing either shingles of sheets

these can be used to cover most shapes in houses. They are incombustible, rust and cool due to its high thermal insulation quality. Cost about P750.00 to P900.00 per sq.m

Clay Tile

these come in choice of brown, blue and green glazed. Like the Era Industries, Inc., Riviera Filipina, Inc. New Kawara, Ondurra Clay Roof Tiles. also available in unglazed natural color. Cost about P61.60 per sq.m (unglazed to P71.00). The clay tile has a high resistance to climatic conditions.

Concrete Roof Tiles

a perfect weather covering for greater strength of tile like the CPAC Monier, ELABANA Bold roll concrete roof tiles and the Prestige Flat concrete roof tiles. Materials cost about P235.00 per sq.m and above. Tiles in this material are cheaper than clay tiles due to the avoidance of the expensive resembling sandface and locally come in various monotone and two-tone.

The month-on-month growth rate of the Construction Materials Wholesale Price Index (CMWPI) in the National Capital Region (NCR) decelerated to 0.3 percent in June from 1.4 percent in May as prices of fuels and lubricants further decreased to -2.8 percent from -0.5 percent.

In addition, slower price adjustments were posted in the indexes of the following commodity groups:lumber (1.0% from 3.1%);hardware and metal pipes (0.1% from 1.4% and 1.3%, respectively);paints and reinforcing steel (0.2% from 1.0% and 0.9%, respectively);G.I. sheets (0.6% from 1.5%);interior electrical fixtures and devices and electrical rough-in materials (0.3% from 0.8% and 1.4%, respectively).

However, a higher price increment was recorded in the index of cement at 2.8 percent from 2.1 percent. Price movements in the rest of the commodity groups were generally stable during the month.

CEMENTEach 40kg bag or regular cement cost from.00 to P215.00 to P230.00 to government controlled price. Each 40kg bag of white cement (used for tiles in bathroom and kitchens) cost from P550.00 to P580.00 a bag depending on the brand. One bag of white cement is usually more than enough for a house.

LUMBERThe most readily available type for lumber is tanguile and apitong that cost around P37.00 rough to P50.00 S4S per board foot.

WALLS AND CEILING PlywoodThe price starts P200.00 for 1/8, P450.00 for plyboard and P750.00 for plywood.

Gypsum BoardPrimarily for ceiling and wall partitions. Gypsum Board is non-combustible has thermal and acoustic insulating properties is asbestos-free and does not wrap. The price for 9mm x 4 x 8 is P220.00 to P61 0.00 SRP per piece and 12mm x 4 x 8 is P235.00 to P900.00 SRP per piece.

Fiber Cement BoardHardillex life is the newest member of the Hard if lex family that is deal [or ceiling applications. Lightweight but extremely durable Hardiflex lite is tough against the elements ater-resistant, Fire-resistant, Termite-proof and has no asbestos). Products size 3.5mm x 4ff. x 8ff. SRP P400.00.

Particle BoardWith its quality and with size being the same as plywood (4 x 8). Particle has now gained wide acceptance as superior substitute for plywood. And more importantly, it is cheaper than plywood. Unit price are as follows:6mm (1/4) is P260.00;9mm (3/8) is P400.00;12mm (1/2) is P480.00;15mm (5/8) is P550.00;18mm (3/4) is P650.00 and25mm (1) is P780.00.

Hollow BlocksFor the walling of the house "Allied Concrete Hollow Blocks" are used. Each 3 core stretcher block 150mm x 200mm x 400mm, LB-700 cost about P11,400.00.

Quartz Vinyl TilesThey come in plain colored and multi-coloreddesigns. Cost about P110.75 per sq m. or P15.00 per piece and up.

Parquet Wood TilesParquet flooring are available from P72.00 up to P320.00 per sq.m. They are made from selected head species.

Pebble WashoutBlack pebble washout is the cheapest atP95,00 per sack. Boracay shall washout isP330.00 per sack.

Clay Brick TilesAvailable usually in 1 x 2 x 9 is P235 per piece. The cost for square meter P225.00 up.

Ceramic TilesThe plainest white 4 x 4 ceramic tile cost P2.50 per piece. The price of the colored tiles with design vary from P4.00 up per piece. To cover an area of one square meter you need about 86 pieces

Marble TilesThey usually come in tiles with the size of 0,20m x 0.40m. marble tile cost around P220.00 per square meter. Italian marble and other high quality marble tiles start at P900,00 per square meter. Crazy cut marble tiles are the least costlyversion at P220.00 per square meter.

GranolithicGranolithic is a combination of marble chips with a plus copper lining and last as long as marble. Cost start at P325.00 per square meter including installation.

Regular Panel Type DoorAre available in models with prices from P2,880.00 to P3,200.00 to P10,000.00 up depending on wood type and design.

Flush Type DoorWith standard or tempered skins cost from P1,340.00 up to P1,500.00 per door. Available in 1 3/8 and 1 thickness. With ribbon grain design skins at P1.440.00 up door ready to install.

Aluminum Sliding DoorSuch a door usually consists of a aluminum frame with 1/8 thick glass panels. The approximate cost of a 0.80m x 210 panel is P12,01 2.00

Lock SetsEntrance locksets with key cost P400.00 and up, depending on the type and brand.Bedroom and bathroom lockset cost much less, main door lock set of more expensive brand (Hongkong)-P3,200.00 (Japan)- P25,000.00 (Germany).

Door jambsStandard models to choose from to satisfy even the most discriminating tastes. like the door jambs. Can be obtain at around P1,224.00 a set to much more.