Comprehensive Guide to Precast Concrete Panels

Precast concrete wall panels are manufactured in a controlled factory environment, ensuring high quality and consistency. They are efficient, durable, and can significantly reduce construction time compared to traditional methods.

For a 45x40 ft house, calculate the perimeter by adding all four sides. The total perimeter is 170 ft. Standard precast panels are often 4 ft wide, so you'll need approximately 43 panels for the exterior walls.

Assuming an average wall height of 10 ft, each panel covers 40 square feet. For the entire perimeter (170 ft x 10 ft), you'll need 1,700 square feet of wall area, translating to 43 panels.

Deduct the area of windows and doors from the total wall area. If you have 200 square feet of openings, you'll need 1,500 square feet of panels, reducing the number to 38 panels.

In Kenya, local materials and labor costs may affect your project. Work with local suppliers to ensure panels meet Kenyan building standards. Precast panels also offer better thermal performance, crucial for Kenya's varying climate.

Precast panels can withstand earthquakes up to 9.0 magnitude, providing unparalleled safety in seismic zones compared to traditional construction methods.