Our New Place

[apples 0]

Congrats! You have a really nice place there .. quite reasonably big for a condo too!

So will every room have green colour?

[ocheeeng 0]

Congrats! You have a really nice place there .. quite reasonably big for a condo too!

So will every room have green colour?

Don't think so. All green will be ugly I think

Foyer and dining green.

Living apple white.

The bedrooms different shades of blue.

Studyroom blue.

Utility room green.

Guest toilet maybe put some green plants as the walls are tiled.

[Galsmommy 0]

Congrats ur new place. Bascially seem like nothing major need to be done for condo

FS is like this, since we have seek their advice, we just gotta try to follow as much as possible. My house still ok. Need wood colour, black, white, gray, green in certain areas. FS told me majority colours but not to follow so much tat looks very funny and uncomfy to stay hehehe.

Your green apple container is small or big one?

We need to buy a BIG vase to contain same $168 for the 1st time at wealth spot.. also need to do a water xxxx at water spot too...

cracking head with FS stuffs oh

Look forward more pics!

[ocheeeng 0]

Congrats ur new place. Bascially seem like nothing major need to be done for condo

FS is like this, since we have seek their advice, we just gotta try to follow as much as possible. My house still ok. Need wood colour, black, white, gray, green in certain areas. FS told me majority colours but not to follow so much tat looks very funny and uncomfy to stay hehehe.

Your green apple container is small or big one?

We need to buy a BIG vase to contain same $168 for the 1st time at wealth spot.. also need to do a water xxxx at water spot too...

cracking head with FS stuffs oh

Look forward more pics!

Box for container is 20 x 20 x 20cm.

[ocheeeng 0]

I am always worried when the maincon workers come to my place to fix defects during my absence (I passed them my key).

They seemed to have habit of opening windows and glass doors with sharp tools in their hands.

So far, the kitchen glass door has been scratched and I got it replaced.

Now, the window glass in guest room also has scratches and I cannot do solar film for that panel.

The solar film guys have to make a second trip when the replacement is done.

New scratch on laminated storeroom door...probably caused when they were replacing some of the scratched windows

Initially the hood in the kitchen was not functioning.

Someone came to fix it and left silver scratches on the wall tiles.

Then someone came to use some chemical to remove the silver scratches on the wall tiles.

In the process, left some brown stains on the hood.

Now the cabinet near the hood got this defect..seemed like laminate got torn....

The foreman said will patch up the hood-cabinet entire joining line with silicon ...correct way to fix this defect?

Edited April 13, 2009 by ocheeeng

[pbtgal 0]

i like your manual poles leh, where u bot these?

[ocheeeng 0]

i like your manual poles leh, where u bot these?

You mean the pole holder?

Hardware shop at Blk 2 Jalan Bukit Merah. But I think most hardware shop should have?

$40+....anodized aluminium..quite worth it.

The pole I brought it from my old place (I have 4 at my old place). Forgot where i bought them. Maybe can get at hardware shop.

Edited April 17, 2009 by ocheeeng

[pbtgal 0]

Hi ocheeeng

been to a few hardware shops but never see the pole holders, hee ok will try harder. Thx.

[xherion 0]

hi ocheeeng,

your planned reno works are quite similar to mine, mine sharing your quote and your id?

the solid ply wood is much better than regular laminates?

like the design of the feature wall cause i am doing something similar but the cabinet will be using glass doors for display.

[ocheeeng 0]

the solid ply wood is much better than regular laminates?

I think your window ledge and mine are both solid ply wood. Just that the finishing is different. Mine is veneer and yours is laminate.

Taken from http://www.configs.net/buyingtips.htm:

Laminate vs. Veneer - What's the Difference?

High Pressure Laminate Surfaces - Laminate is composed of multiple layers of paper, saturated with resin, and finished with a printed surface. (In recent years, the quality of printing has become so good that it is occasionally hard to distinguish laminate from real wood veneer.) These layers are pressed together under high heat and pressure, creating a durable plastic-type material that is very resistant to scratches, water stains, and heat.

Laminate has a more consistent color and grain than veneer, and is ideal for withstanding everyday office use and wear and tear. It's the most durable worksurface material available, and will provide many years of excellent service. While small objects such as paper clips and staples may eventually leave minor scratches over the years, heavy "sharp" objects such as a lamp base or computer monitor base could leave larger, visible scratches if carelessly placed or moved over the surface.

To clean a laminate surface, simply wipe with a clean, water dampened soft cloth as needed. Do not use commercial products that contain high amounts of wax or silicon, as they will leave a residue and may alter the appearance of the furniture over time.

Low Pressure Laminate Surfaces - Sometimes referred to as melamine, low pressure laminate is a thin single melamine paper bonded to a substrate board. Although it has the same visual surface characteristics as a high pressure laminate, low pressure laminate surfaces are less than 3 millimeters thick and over time, the surface may not be as durable as high pressure laminates, depending on the utility of the furniture. They are more susceptible to scratches, water stains, and heat marking.

Veneer Surfaces - Veneer communicates the ultimate in richness and status. Virtually everyone appreciates the deep luster and changing play of light that is inherent in real wood furniture. If you are shopping for "real wood" office furniture, you're probably looking at veneer in almost every situation.

Veneer is normally laid over a particleboard substrate. Because of this durable substrate, veneer furniture resists warping and the possibility of moisture damage better than solid hardwood.

However, veneer surfaces are less durable than laminate. Objects, large and small, can leave visible scratches if carelessly placed or moved over the surface, and severe scratches may not be repairable. As a result, objects should always be lifted - never slid - when they are moved across the finish surface. Use of desk pads and coasters is recommended to avoid having imprints transferred to the veneer. Also, accessories placed on the wood surface should have felt, leather, or cork pads on the bottom contact points to avoid scratching the finish. Rubber or plastic pads should be avoided, as they may have a chemical reaction with the wood finish material, which could soften or damage the surface.

Color change is a natural phenomenon of all wood materials. Woods change color with prolonged exposure to the ultra-violet light coming from windows and fluorescent lighting. Cherry wood changes are the most rapid. Cherry will take on a darker "golden" tone with age. Maple will also turn darker and more "yellow" with age and exposure to light. Walnut will lighten with "golden" hues, while Oak will darken and yellow slightly. As a rule, lighter-colored finishes (i.e. honey and red cherry) are more apt to show these color changes compared to darker finishes (i.e. mahogany and walnut). Darker colors act as a "sun block" and reduce the aging effect. As a result of these changes, it's a good idea to periodically rearrange desk accessories and other desk objects to ensure even aging. This will help prevent light or dark spots from occurring.

Natural veneer surfaces can be protected and preserved with a polish containing natural ingredients. Polishes that contain waxes or silicons should be avoided. Lightly apply polish at least six times a year for furniture under normal use. Use a soft, lint-free absorbent cloth and always work back and forth with the grain of the wood. Wiping against the grain can cause small scratches in the finish. To touch up an area or to remove a scratch, use a scratch repair solution like Old English. If a scratch is too deep to be repaired with this type of solution, you should have it repaired by a professional wood refinisher.

[xherion 0]

aaah thanks a lot man, that explanation really is useful.

my laminate i think is the high pressure one with ABS corner trim as well.

do you mind pm-ing the quotation on your chengai deck, bay window top and feature wall?

thanks!

[ocheeeng 0]

My contractor gave me some plans for plastering, electrical and carpentry works.

Looked like my renovation is going to start soon once I give the go ahead

Plaster works:

Lighting:

Electrical alteration:

[ocheeeng 0]

Building a dresser besides the existing wardrobe

Existing wardrobe. Targetting the lobang space besides it.

Computer 3D

Hand-drawn 3D with measurement

[ocheeeng 0]

Building storage on top of bay window

Existing bay window

Computer 3D

Hand-drawn 3D with measurement

[ocheeeng 0]

Building feature wall, TV console & display cabinet

Existing living room

Computer 3D

Hand-drawn 3D with measurement