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Hahaa... initially I had started a community blog but then decided a T-blog here seems more fun as the useful input from people (who are more experienced than I am when it comes to home renos) is more instantaneous and that would really help to guide me along in real life as I'm battling through my crazy renovations. So... here's the story. I had initially set out wanting to DIY my bathroom renovations. I had lofty ambitions of doing it as I'm in a 'transition' period at the moment so have some free time on my hands to, err, do something with my hands. Also, my budget is(was!) very small... I was only able to afford to comfortably fork out $3k max for these renovations, which I reckoned would mostly go towards the materials and only in the case of really needing the professionals to do stuff I really knew I could not do (i.e. plumbing and waterproofing) would I use part of that small budget I had squirreled away for engaging them. I am very confident in my own dexterity and my skills; on top of that, I am also someone who never ever thinks anything is beyond learning and doing. I was adamant I neither wanted to use an ID nor a contractor, as I have done some brickworks and other cementing work before in my life. Plus, I've been spending the last few months watching Youtube videos so am now suitably qualified as an armchair contractor! However, after several heated arguments with my parents (neither of whom was forking out a single cent for this reno), I gave up and was forced to engage 'professionals' for this job. I calculated, albeit naively, it would cost me 'a bit more' than my initial budget, probably in the region of $4k, which from my extensive research was a general estimate for most bathrooms. I thought that since I simply wanted a very SIMPLE and industrial theme, it was not at all like all those expensive showy bathrooms with gold taps and other such nonsense. I mean, my name doesn't start with TT Boy was I wrong. And stupid/naive/egotistic/narcissistic to not have seen this from the start! Sure, some of you are saying "If you don't have money, why waste it on something so useless and impractical as a bathroom renovation?". I know we don't spend most of our time in the bathroom, that not everyone who comes to the house will use the upstairs bathroom and besides, here's the funnier thing-- I don't even live in the house! But. Sadly, I have always hated my family house because the design, colours and funishings are so puke-worthy fugly. Every time I use the bathroom (and I don't even go back that often! Like once every 3months??) I am reminded of how it looks worse than the kampong toilets I've been to in my lifetime. Kampong toilets are actually decent looking, even though they aren't too hygienic. Anyway my bathroom is so fugly until I cannot stand it. I don't know what Keppel was thinking when they built the place-- was the designer a 5000yr old Englishman stuck in delusions of the 17th century? It's that bad. So, anyway. The fact that I was so adamant to do this is testament to my deep hatred for the bathroom, and to the fact that I'm not doing this to 'show off' to people but instead this is a real personal issue I have with the bathroom. I want to go in and feel "Ah...such a nice, clean, modern bathroom. I feel so relaxed, happy and peaceful...", not "OMG this place is so fuglyyyyyy, this would be the perfect place to hang myself in!". Basically too much of the spaces I do use when I go back are very shamefully fugly, and such an eyesore especially when nobody bothers to take care of anything. It's bad enough that fugly is not something you can wash away with bleach... imagine fugly and years of willful neglect. So I decided to take remedial action as soon as I had saved up enough. As a result, I am now almost $8k out of pocket as the cost of this g-**** reno keeps escalating by the day. And when I say I really, really, really cannot afford it, I mean it. I'm not one of those people who always claim they're broke but in their bank accounts there's enough money to feed the entire continent of Africa for a week. As an entrepreneur, I have no savings. Zero. The first time I saw more than 2 zeroes in my bank account was when I was 29, when I got a good project that paid well enough for me to save a little rather than live from hand to mouth. And now, because of this bathroom reno, I am back to square one

Hi all, My renovated home was recently handed over to me. I noticed that my floor tiles in the common toilet looks very dark. Like there is some kind of stain or grout haze around it. Has anyone faced similar problems? I'm hesitant to use acid wash since the accessories have been installed. Thanks.

Hi everyone, in need of advice! I'm currently renovating my 30 year old resale flat and have a problem with the skirting done by my contractor. Before the renovation started, I went with his suggestion to have a tile skirting to match my floor (I wanted to go without skirting or have a white skirting but he said better to use the tiles). Now that the skirting is up, I'm unhappy with the outcome - the skirting looks thick, some parts look thicker than the rest and the finishes on top of the skirting are uneven/wavy. When I raised these concerns to my contractor, he said this is the tiler's technique (i.e. the skirting finishes with a slope upwards) and nothing more can be done as our walls are not straight. He said we can hack and redo with a flat finishing but it will be sharp at the edges (??) and he cannot promise it will look better. Basically, NOTHING CAN BE DONE. Can I seek forumners views: Is what my contractor said true - that nothing can be done? Is this kind of workmanship acceptable? See photos attached. Is it possible to hack away my skirting without damaging the floor tiles? At this point, is it possible to hack away and do without skirting OR replace with a skirting board? Thanks all in advance!

Dear all lovely residents, we are one of the local contractor providing renovation service with varies workscope. 1. Carpentry 2. Build new walls, alteration wall 3. Plastering and skim coat 4. Painting 5. False ceiling and cornices 6. Drywall 7. Windows and doors 8. Plumbing 9. Electrical 10. Tiling work Contact me @ 94483512 Johnny Ong for further enquiry & quotation website: www.leongyik.com.sg email: johnnyong@leongyik.com.sg Leong Yik Engineering & Contractor Pte Ltd 樑益工程建筑私人有限公司

Tiles are the first thing we step every day. GF+A Global prides itself on meeting the lifestyle needs of its varied clients. We offer non-typical ranges, unparalleled in design and definitely a silent guarantee to be the ultimate fitness that it brings to every space and which one of our uniqueness is tailored and customized artwork in tiles. Lastly, we also support design and artwork in our showroom.

Tiles are the first thing we step every day. GF+A Global prides itself on meeting the lifestyle needs of its varied clients. We offer non-typical ranges, unparalleled in design and definitely a silent guarantee to be the ultimate fitness that it brings to every space and which one of our uniqueness is tailored and customized artwork in tiles. Lastly, we also support design and artwork in our showroom.

Tiles are the first thing we step every day. GF+A Global prides itself on meeting the lifestyle needs of its varied clients. We offer non-typical ranges, unparalleled in design and definitely a silent guarantee to be the ultimate fitness that it brings to every space and which one of our uniqueness is tailored and customized artwork in tiles. Lastly, we also support design and artwork in our showroom.

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Hi All, I was thinking of doing overlay of Vinyl Tiles on my existing on Terrazo flooring for my 3 NG resale flat. However, as the existing skirting is the curved kind (common for Terrazo flooring), it is necessary to hack off the existing skirting right . Was quoted $700 just to hack off the skirting for living room and 2 bed rooms. Need advise to know if the charges are reasonable. Also, I also prefer if its possible to overlay without any hacking. Appreciate all good advise. Thanks all !

Hi all, My renovated home was recently handed over to me. I noticed that my floor tiles in the common toilet looks very dark. Like there is some kind of stain or grout haze around it. Has anyone faced similar problems? I'm hesitant to use acid wash since the accessories have been installed. Thanks.

Hi there, My fiancee and I recently purchased a ~20-year-old apartment in the East Coast, and we realize that there are quite a few tiles which sound hollow when they're tapped due to debonding/drying of the adhesive. See photos here uploaded. We've asked a few contractors to recommend whether or not we should hack and replace the wall and floor tiles in the affected rooms with new ones. So far, we've received mixed messages: some say that it's okay not to change them as long as you don't do any drilling on the affected wall. Other say that you should change them as they could pose a safety risk (popping out and potentially dropping on or tripping someone). Our question is: What are the pitfalls of leaving hollow tiles as they are? Thank you very much!

Hi, I am looking for small quantity of Q8031MB tiles previously bought from SBH but they stop bring in. If anyone has a few pieces to let go/sell, please contact me. Picture can be found in the link below. http://qualicer.en.made-in-china.com/product/jbUmCRJrXsVq/China-Polished-Tiles-Q8031MB-.html Thank you!

Hi, Yesterday morning suddenly around 15-20 tiles in my 4 RM HDB Living Room pop-out. There was lots of cracking noise and we thought its an earthquake.Called HDB hotline and they informed that Officer will get back to us within 3 working days. Our is a 12 years old HDB in Punggol and presently we covered the area with a mat so that infant is not hurt accidentally. Any one else faced the same problem? What is the HDB standard procedure in such scenario ? DO we have to do the re tiling by our own or it comes under HDB warranty? Any advise in this matter is highly appreciated. Thanks

Hi, guys Please see and advise me on this quotation if reasonable. Living & Dining ($4,650) homog.tiles $3.20~3.80 (60x60cm) ---- Size of the space: 5200 X 4900 (Less Bombshelter 3200 X 1500) + 3500 X 3200 Mater BR Flooring ($1,560) Parquet $9.5sqft (300mmX50mm) --- Size of the space: 3000 X 3800 Kitchen Flooring ($2,200) Price of tiles: we choose the European tiles. ($6.00-$9.00) Size of the space: 4300 X 2500 (Less Kitchen Cabinet 1000x2500, 2000x600, 2500x600) Thank you in advance!

Hi, Do you guys checking both floor and walls tiles if there's any hollow space and ask ID to rectify it if any? Is it normal practice? thanks

Grey tiles( imported from Europe ) from reputable Supplier . Left over from recent renovation . Size 600x1200x10.5mm ( large pcs to minimize joint line good for a room ) 7 packs of 2 in original package estimated area -0.6x1.2x14 =10m 2 50% reduction from purchase price $22 per pc total = $308 Very good value for European imported tiles Original receipt can be produced for verification Good choice for contractor to work on . Can get contractor to collect at Old airport road Best choice to stimulate screed flooring look to reduce worry of crack line on screed flooring in long run . Very good choice for a room. PM me for details

Is it possible to retile your own floor? planning to use granite tiles for living room and search WWW they say need installation experts

Beautiful wall tiles ( Bo Gesso ) in white for feature wall size 7.5x30 cm per pc . Refer to image .Left over 5 boxes of 48 of each from recent Reno . Letting go at 3.50 per sqft ( a 30 percent discount for good quality tiles ) Very good deal for feature wall of bathroom or kitchen (counter backing ) Original receipt can be produce for verification .All tiles are in original package . Self collect in east can help to bring to carpark . Quantity Can fit well into the car booth .( can email package size to you if are keen ) Estimated area cover is abt 5.4 m2 (58.1 sqft ) but do take into acct of wastage for your contractor to lay . Should additional quantity required can always check and top up from Hafary . Price 3.50x58.1=203 sing Pm Me For details

Dear Home renovators If you are looking for marble installations for your floorings or other needs, do let me know. My contact is onsale@polystone.com.sg. Below is a brief write up about us. Polystone is the marble supplier and installer that has been creating environment with quality and sophistication. Our founder, Mrs May Koh, has been in stone business since 1974. Polystone have since built a solid track record in Singapore and overseas alike. With over 400 products sourced from supplies in China, Greece, Italy, Middle East, Spain, Turkey and other places, Polystone's collection of precious stones is able to cater and fulfill to client's taste and architectural needs. Carefully curated from our procurement team, the collection is set to impress and creates beauty and life into the space. By leveraging on an established procurement network, Polystone is able to bring in products from internationally acclaimed quarries for their clients at a reasonable rate. Polystone is supported with the necessary infrastructure, technology, equipment and human resource. At 40,000 square feet, Polystone’s warehousing spaces holds a large inventory of building materials to ensure the smooth completion of clients’ projects. Equipped with a cutting facility that is always well maintained, planning and procedures are executed in the most efficient and professional manner. These are further backed by dedicated and skilled colleagues who are able to provide professional service for each and every client’s building project. Polystone has been offering the market with cutting edge products and quality service. Progressively, Polystone has contributed to many prestigious projects here and overseas. Polystone serves a wide pool of clientele from homeowners to developers. Polystone is also involved in public and private developmental projects. Polystone is always driven by our passion, talent and 25 years of know how to each and every project we took in. Some success stories as listed below. Changi airport terminal 3 lounge Shanghai mandarin hotel Shanghai garden hotel Raffles city Sentosa Capella High profile families Keppel tower Hyatt Hotel Duty free Shopping centre

Hi, Consider I am going to fully hack away the old tiles (reduce risk of popping in future), are the cost of laying back homogenous tiles (say $3.20 tiles) or using vinyl flooring going to be the same or which one cost more? After hacking the old tiles, do they need extra cement screeding for tile or vinyl? cos I notice some contractor quote only one item for laying of tiles but for vinyl, were 2 items (cement screeding and laying of vinyl) thanks

*Condition: Brand New* Ordered too much excess for renovation so all MUST SELL! 15cm x 90cm (9pcs/box) 16 boxes available approx 19.44 sq m Only $4.77 psf! Asking price: S$990 only http://www.irisceramica.com/doc/cataloghi_catalogues/E-wood.pdf Self-collect only near Serangoon Gardens. https://sg.carousell.com/p/59427128/ whatsapp: 9623 5974

This unique high quality ,shining Super chante (300X600 mm X20 mm) is excellent for display as well as flooring for new or renovation houses/condominium. I have about 41 pieces that I wish to sell at reasonable market prices without profit. If you need more, it is available as well. Please contact me at 98775582 or ajfbng@gmail.com.Hear from you.