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Hi sunny, can elaborate on why? Issit wind not strong enough? or catchment of wind not enough?

think i am more towards the 3x 20w equivalent as its exposed so easier to change the bulb though not like it needs frequent changing la.. but i am that lazy

Thank you Hope ID is reliable

I'm not exactly sure if this is true, but the aircon salesman told me that non-inverter sys3 can only efficiently run 2 aircon output at the same time, as the condenser only has 2 units within. Running 3 output would not achieve optimal temperature and hence, will suffer a longer load period as the aircon is constantly working at 100% but not able to reach its set temperature and engage power saving mode. Then again, another salesman told me that buying sys2 inverter is also not worth it if you run 1 aircon output. He explains that unlike non-invertor which has 2 units in the condenser and turning on one output will only activate one unit, inverter condenser does not have this split unit advantage and turning on one output will activate the whole condenser. But not sure whether power consumption is higher compared to non-inv 1 output.

cool. thanks for the feedback but cannot deny the half burger light is cute ya... lol

thanks for the advice. I was also thinking the same. Suspect it would probably cost more to repair any damages later..

Dear all, got a few questions on lighting here 1. Are three 20w fluorescent bulbs light output equivalent to one 60w fluorescent bulb? Equal in brightness? But 3 bulbs at certain angle should distribute the light better? I can't really wrap my head around this.. 2. Also, which would be more energy conserving? Does the 3x 20w take more power to start-up and stay lit or is it the other way round? 3. For ceiling fans, is those 3x angle lights or those half burger lights brighter? Thanks for your comments in advance

Dear all, I have included the quotation below and welcome any comments that you can offer me. Especially whether any items I can further bargain on. Thanks in advance These are the works included in the quote: Demolition works 1. To supply labour & hack existing floor tile c/w skirting **** room & dinning 2. To supply labour & hack existing floor tile c/w skirting at all rooms 3. To supply labour & hack wall tile at kitchen & both toilets 4. To supply labour & hack existing floor tile for kitchen & both toilet 5. To supply labour & demolish existing toilet accessories & sanitary ware 6. To supply labour & remove existing kitchen cabinet with disposal. Miscellaneous works 1. To supply & paint of wall & ceiling for whole house include all exposed piping 2. To supply & paint existing door frame 3. To supply labour for general cleaning whole house include acid cleaning for floor, wall & window. 4. To haulage material to unit c/w debris disposal Ceiling works nil Masonry works 1. To supply & lay 60x60 polish homogenous tile for living & dining 2. To supply & lay 60x60 polish homogenous tile for all bedrooms 3. To supply & lay polish homogenous tile skirting for whole house 4. To supply & lay ceramic wall tile to ceiling height at kitchen 5. To supply & lay ceramic wall tile to ceiling height at both toilets 6. To supply & lay matt finish homogenous tile for kitchen & both toilets 7. To supply & apply water proofing membrane for kitchen & both toilet flooring 8. To supply & construct 50mm fridge base with tile finish 9. To supply & construct 50mm washing machine base with tile finish 10. To supply & construct 50mm cabinet base with tile skirting 11. To supply & construct shower curb at master toilet with tile finish Carpentry works at master bedroom 1. To supply & fabricate 6ft designed full height wardrobe c/w sliding door & laminate finish $1380 Plumbing works 1. To supply & run stainless steel pipe at kitchen & both toilets 2. To supply labour to joint in/outlet pipe for kitchen sink 3. To supply labour to joint in/outlet pipe for washing machine 4. To supply & install 02 standard wash basin at master & common toilets 5. To supply & install 02 standard sitting bowl c/w flushing tank at master & common toilets 6. To provide labour to install toilet accessories at master & common toilets 7. To supply & run hand spray point at master & common toilets 8. To provide labour to install heater Carpentary Works at Kitchen To supply & fabricate 20ft solid plywood kitchen cabinet c/w laminate finish, 2 glass door, 4 drawers & 2 cutlery tray $1600 To supply & install 10ft solid surface work top with 3 inch profile $580 Aluminium / Wrought Works To supply & install aluminium bi-fold door at master & common toilets c/w wpc & pvc board And here is the price breakdown Living & Bedrooms $8480 Kitchen & both Toilets $9950 Kitchen cabinet $2180 Aluminium / Wrought works $3251 Total initial price comes to $23861 After remove unwanted ceiling cornice and false ceiling and other miscellaneous items, adding on re-wire of whole unit, price reduced to $21888 Good deal?

Nice May I ask how much is your WIW and how long is it? Mine was quoted at $1380 for 2m long. Hope its as nice as yours!

Aron's price is slightly cheaper than other shops which I have scouted. But with their new promotions at Jurong East Interchange, I signed up for a Pana sys3 non-inv on the spot. Just hope the actual installation and follow-up will be as good and reliable as the reviews Just to clarify, $300 ntuc vouchers are for sys3 Invertor only. $100 ntuc vouchers are for non-inv. Still a good deal

Other than KDK, which is known for its reliability, which other brands are next in line? I have looked at Amasco, Fanco and Alpha. So far, Alpha is cheapest.. but I can barely feel any wind from the ceiling fan.. only at speed 3 can I feel noticeable wind. Any other recommended brands for me to consider? One that allows burger lights or 3-point lights

oh thanks for the reply bro. then how do you guys solve the no lighting problem if the room only has one wire source? even if cable splitting is possible (im guessing), won't the light behind the fan blades create loads of shadows?

Been doing some researching. So far, have not been able to find any KDK ceiling fans with light kit. Anyone knows?

Hi Sunnytan31, have you bought your Panasonic Instant Shower yet? Wondering whether you can share the review I'm also considering the unit for my upcoming resale unit

wah thanks for sharing will head down to have a look!

Many thanks for sharing Will bear those in mind.

ahh thats great news. so just have to get the contractors to fabricate it. Any idea on the costing? I tot usually the material should be granite.. didn't know material is similar to solid top

Do update us on your progress canopy I'm kinda interested in engaging Defong to reno my resale 4 rm. But kinda worried on the negative reviews on the beginning of this thread. But the promotions that Defong is offering is kinda hard to resist.

Can I also join in to get a quote for system 2 Panasonic inverter and non-inverter? Wanna compare the price before I decide which to get. Installation probably Oct/Nov 2010. My email at heldrac@hotmail.com Thank you

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hmm interesting thread. which is cheaper? alum or iron? unfortunately, I have just bought a corridor corner unit.. 2 bedrooms and living room all exposed.. what the solution to getting more security and privacy? iron grills + those half curtains? but so far I've seen a few half curtains, all not very nicely done

My ID quoted and encouraged me to plaster over existing kitchen tiles instead of hacking, cementing and plastering to cut cost. Is this a good idea? Will the tiles give me trouble later?

ahh.. meaning its customised? then i probably cannot afford it thanks for sharing

Anyone know where to find the following items at reasonable prices? 1. Bathroom sink, sloping, similar to shopping centres, not sure the cost. 2. Granite kitchen sink, hopefully below $400 Thanks

I'm thinking of adding a granite kitchen sink to my laminate cabinet. Is this advisable? Main reason for this is to save on reno cost as granite top cabinets are over my budget, since a lot of cash went into COV... Not sure if a laminate top cabinet can hold a granite sink. I suspect a granite sink is much heavier than a metal one?