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Cons of the place : after getting out keys and finally roaming the flat freely, we only noticed the toilet window is really small. its only 1 panel. ">http://http://s837.photobucket.com/user/Faykim/media/Mobile%20Uploads/20131224_100534_RichtoneHDR_zps65on7qm7.jpg.html'> any ideas on improving the ventilation of this toilet?

additional checks for old resale flat : lucky thing that my id opened up the aircon ledge window and found out it was moldy and ants infested. ewww, it was concealed by the previous owner. ">http:// While chatting with the new neighbors, we found out that our block was selected for HIP upgrading next December! zzzzz, the previous owner didn't even tell us. we have to check with HDB officer on the essential items. ">http:// as there is replacement of kitchen waste pipes, we have to put on hold some of the kitchen cabinets.

Oh, if it is not raining, outside the balcony windows, making use of the west sun. if it is raining, it will be at the dry kitchen area, near the toilet wall. i have followed your reno blog for sometimes silently and really love the view of your balcony and your renovation ideas in your blog.

part 3 : the planned room layout after numerous discussions. i really put my hands together for those who can talk to numerous IDs. its so mentally exhausted. Being a lazy person for housework, i prefer a small kitchen, so i really want a wet kitchen, just for cooking. most ids rejected this idea, only 2 came back with some ideas or proposals. the balcony area will be converted to some playarea. as we push out our master bedroom door for some privacy, we have an extra store room. its suits us as we can have extra storage room to keep everything tidy. ">http://

Part 2 - Getting an ID The conditions of the place was pretty original, so we need to a major renovation with everything hacked away. After signing our option to purchase, we quickly get down to find a renovation ID as we do not have much time to follow up this major renovation project and also we need to move out of our current unit by 3 months time. We spoke to 5 different IDs and realized that december is the worst timing for renovation. its a super peak season and prices are higher than usual. 2 IDs didn't even get back to us as they are really busy. The other 2 got back to us but they didn't get took in our discussion items. So we selected the last ID recommended by my friend who is quite young looking. the current condition of the house : large living hall ">http:// master bedroom ">http:// bedroom 2 ">http://http://s837.photobucket.com/user/Faykim/media/Mobile%20Uploads/20131210_150326_zpsjqspr685.jpg.html'>

After following renotalk for the past few months, i decided to share my reno-dailies and hope that others can benefit or have leisure browsing it. Part 1 - Hunting the new home With young growing children, my hubby has been wanting to upgrade from our current small 4S(88sqm) to 5 room (121sqm). After searching and viewing numerous flats, my hubby sweet-talk me to get this place with west sun as the COV has finally gone down a lot. The pushing factors are : 1) Nice window views 2) Squarish layout 3) big living area 4) High floor here is our floor plan : http:// View of the place http:// from the living hall : http://

Just sharing i have been reading up about alkaline water purifier and been wanting to get one, especially singapore is recycling the used water aka newater. my budget is around $2000 my 3 choices were : 1) Jupiter Alphion Mx - $2020 (w GST) + $100 for installation (must pay regardless if u have your own plumber) its 1 filter system with 5 plates ionization filter is $150 with onsite technician delivery 2 years warranty 2) h20 life KYK 25000 - $1999 (w GST), include installation (special opening promotion at NUH) with small free gifts (dust filter, 10 litre collectable bag) its 2 filter system with 5 plates ionization filter is $140 - you have to buy it from the store and change yourself 2 years warranty 3) Novita Hydroplus - $2599 3 years warranty (i didn't find out more since the price is out of my budget) In the end, we just bought KYK 25000 since the usual price is $2199 and when the sales manager gave us another $200 discount for its opening in NUH. Also, it uses 2 filters instead of one. Any one interested in getting h20 products, please pm me as there is ambassador program which we can get $250 cash rebates for every new purchase.

your house renovation is moving in a fast paced and coming up nicely. mind sharing where do you get ur bathroom sinks?

Nice that u had marble flooring from existing owner. Wow, that's a lot from taobao. Can't wait to see what u got.

I like your balcony! Looks cozy and inviting

Omg Lol, u r too fast for me! Indeed an online shopaholic! Thanks for ur info. I m still browsing around my items.

How many days will it takes to deliver to sg?

oh mine.. so many.. drools! i cant wait to see your loot too.

Thanks for alerting us, lukel. My heart fell for you as $20k is not a small sum. Hopefully he can make full use of his last chance.

Congrats desatans' family with ur twin bundle. Taking care of twins needs double the effort, please take a good rest when possible. I really appreciate you taking time to explain the pros n cons of ag door w the pixs amidst your busy parenting. Thank you!