red_devil 0 Report post Posted July 2, 2009 Yo Ripples, was reading your blog... "The disappointing news is the aircon installation. The trunking was installed without supervision so it was done incorrectly. The aircon guy will have to come back to shift the casing and redirect the condensation outlet. Hope I don't have to pay more for the correction." I think you better be there to see the installation or let the project manager know...if not...it can be problematic based on my experience. Btw, I intend to install the compressor outside the MBR just like u did. The permit to do so from HDB is the job of the renovation company or we need to apply ourself? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Ripples 0 Report post Posted July 2, 2009 Yo Ripples, was reading your blog... "The disappointing news is the aircon installation. The trunking was installed without supervision so it was done incorrectly. The aircon guy will have to come back to shift the casing and redirect the condensation outlet. Hope I don't have to pay more for the correction." I think you better be there to see the installation or let the project manager know...if not...it can be problematic based on my experience. Btw, I intend to install the compressor outside the MBR just like u did. The permit to do so from HDB is the job of the renovation company or we need to apply ourself? Hi Red Devil Yes, I'm calling everyone for the briefing tomorrow to make sure the corrections are done to my satisfaction. Luckily, I haven't paid for the aircon. I'll hold back the payment till the job is done. No, you don't have to apply for the permit yourself. Get the aircon company to apply it for you. My aircon guy did all the paperwork for me. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
red_devil 0 Report post Posted July 2, 2009 ya man... A briefing to the respective person involved would solve a lot of hipcups. Thank for the answer.. I hope HDB will approved my bracket to be installed outside the MBR. The current compressor is above the covered roof of the balcony. And my contractor can't find a way from the second floor to gain entry to the compressor....So weird...we speculate the compressor must have been installed before the roof was layed. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Ripples 0 Report post Posted July 2, 2009 Hi, May I know how much you spend on just e reno? ThanX! Hi My reno is going to cost around $65K The majority of the cost is spent on the kitchen and bathrooms. The remainder is spent on feature walls for each room like a metallic mosaic kitchen backsplash, a patterned wooden panel to conceal the 1st floor toilet, a cultured-stone wall in the living room, a vertical garden wall in the balcony, a full length mirror wall in the master bathroom, etc. I want each space to have a focal point. Hence, the price to pay! By the way, I think you did an excellent job with your reno. The transformation is fantastic. I'm sure you and your family will enjoy the space for years to come. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Ripples 0 Report post Posted July 2, 2009 ya man... A briefing to the respective person involved would solve a lot of hipcups. Thank for the answer.. I hope HDB will approved my bracket to be installed outside the MBR. The current compressor is above the covered roof of the balcony. And my contractor can't find a way from the second floor to gain entry to the compressor....So weird...we speculate the compressor must have been installed before the roof was layed. If you like a second opinion, call my aircon guy - Eddie (9858 9084) from Pure Air to take a look. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
red_devil 0 Report post Posted July 2, 2009 If you like a second opinion, call my aircon guy - Eddie (9858 9084) from Pure Air to take a look. Thank man. Will take note of the contact. appreciated it. Btw, 65k for the requirements and things you are going to do...I think is worth the money. In fact, I think for that price. Is a steal! Definitely look forward your reno progress. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Ripples 0 Report post Posted July 3, 2009 (edited) We started on the tile work today. So exciting Tip of the day: If you like to be fully involved, dry laying is an interesting and crucial part of the design process if you want your tile walls to look good. The rusty copper tile wall in the bathroom is going to look great, especially when the light hits on the rusty areas. The brick wall in the living room will enhance the overall loft feel. It will be painted in "barely grey" white to match the rest of the walls. The powder room will not have any tiles. As a design element, my ID has etched horizontal lines on the cement wall with a plastic scraper to create texture. It will stand out more after the whole room is painted with white epoxy paint. Edited July 4, 2009 by Ripples Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
born_again 0 Report post Posted July 5, 2009 We started on the tile work today. So exciting Tip of the day: If you like to be fully involved, dry laying is an interesting and crucial part of the design process if you want your tile walls to look good. The rusty copper tile wall in the bathroom is going to look great, especially when the light hits on the rusty areas. your rusty copper tile very nice. Whats the texture like and is it slippery at wet areas? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
ivy 0 Report post Posted July 5, 2009 very excited to see your end product!! cos I actually like the concrete look alot. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Ripples 0 Report post Posted July 5, 2009 your rusty copper tile very nice. Whats the texture like and is it slippery at wet areas? hi, the tile has a slightly rough surface so it will not be slippery when wet. the color of the tile changes when it gets wet too. very cool. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Ripples 0 Report post Posted July 5, 2009 very excited to see your end product!! cos I actually like the concrete look alot. thanks ivy. i'll upload pics of the tile work next week. you can find more pics on my personal blog (link below). the handover is scheduled for mid-aug. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Ripples 0 Report post Posted July 6, 2009 Off to a great start for Week 3. The tiler did a great job with the feature wall in the living room: Can't wait for him to start on my kitchen backsplash tomorrow: Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
newnyew 1 Report post Posted July 6, 2009 woo! $30psf metallic mosaics! i was going to choose this for my toilets but end up buying gold ones. wat colour grout will u be using for ur brick walls? they r nice! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
pinkpetter 0 Report post Posted July 6, 2009 Your feature wall are really bricks ah? black grout? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
charemme 0 Report post Posted July 6, 2009 the mosaics combi looks great! So have u decided on the silver kitchen?? Cant wait to see the actual thingy Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
