Old New Flat On A Shoestring Budget

[kirinshibori 0]

Hi kirinshibori!

May i know how much you spent on renovation in the end? $35k?

All up cost is unfortunately nearer $45K, but that's including everything, e.g. appliances, furniture, utensils, etc. to move in condition.

Carpentry cost me $9k with spare change. Other renovation work done with my contractor is significantly less than $20k. Laminate and vinyl flooring is around $3.3k.

[Valerie Low 0]

Hmm, I don't have a model number. But it's the only oak 3-strip model for the $3.50 psf (exclude GST) Parador range from Evorich. I think Evorich's service is pretty good in terms of follow ups. They faced a lot of problems with my installation due to the lousy cement screeding done by the HDB contractor, but they still tried their best to rectify whenever I pointed our areas where I wasn't satisfied. In all, they came about 3-4 times after the installation completed to do touch ups here and there.

I would seriously consider Quickstep though, as it is highly rated in the US. I like their Eligna range, but that starts at $4.00 psf (excl GST) locally at Expo fairs. The $3.50 psf (excl GST) Gold/Classic series is quite limited in design as compared to the Parador range.

But seriously, if budget was less of an issue, I'd go for Allure vinyl tiles anytime. The feel on the feet is sooooo much better!

I was quoted $4.80 psf for Quickstep Eligna range. The distributor told me they seldom have any fairs at Expo. When were you quoted that price? I think $4.00 is a good deal. Seems like i must bargain more.

Edited May 24, 2012 by ValerieLow

[kirinshibori 0]

Guest room is done...

Kids' room is a controlled mess, lol...

Notice the upside down handle installed on the kids' room door... awaiting the door guy to change a new door for me... apparently due to the holes cut, they cannot just reverse the handles.

[kirinshibori 0]

I was quoted $4.80 psf for Quickstep Eligna range. The distributor told me they seldom have any fairs at Expo. When were you quoted that price? I think $4.00 is a good deal. Seems like i must bargain more.

Unfortunately, they seldom have a booth at Expo. I last saw them there around Nov/Dec last year. I actually opted for Parador as they have 12-month installment plan, haha...

Another point to ponder over... I think the sales pitch that woods around the region expands and contracts less than continental woods does have some truth in them. Unfortunately, I can't stand Supreme's price and designs, haha... Another thing is that the extra sealant pushed by Kronotex may be useful as the plank edge that sits under the wall skirting will definitely benefit from some waterproof sealant that also serves as some sort of gasket between the planks and walls. Lastly, upgrade your underlay (luckily my sales guy threw it in at the $3.50 psf price) as it does make a significant difference. I can't imagine how wretched I'd feel if I'm having the thin white underlay that comes standard, especially since the the levelness of my floor is such a joke!

[IPineapple 3]

Haha, no money to get bamboo blinds... I used Ikea Lindmon blinds, starts from $25 for a 60cm wide one.

Thanks. Wanted to get Ikea one also...price very cheap but they only have 3 types of length. Cannot customised.

[salad 0]

Hi,

I really like your laminate floor at this link: http://www.floorsonline.co.uk/images/Product/large/1392887.jpg

May I know what is the brand and the contact for this laminate?

Thanks in advance!

[kirinshibori 0]

Hi,

I really like your laminate floor at this link: http://www.floorsonl...rge/1392887.jpg

May I know what is the brand and the contact for this laminate?

Thanks in advance!

Hi salad,

It's from Parador and carried by Evorich. Refer to post #89 for further info. Sales person is Kas Chin (mobile: 92226003). Service is pretty good.

[kirinshibori 0]

Let me post some night shots...

Genkan

Kitchen/Genkan lights

Kitchen

[kirinshibori 0]

Living room

[piknik 1]

May I ask for the shop that you bought your green rugs from? Looking for one currently.

Many thanks.

[potatoes 0]

Your reno is very nicely done I like your laminate flooring. Is it easy to maintain coz looks like ur entire place has laminate flooring.

[kirinshibori 0]

Ikea Toftbo bath mat at $19.90 each.

May I ask for the shop that you bought your green rugs from? Looking for one currently.

Many thanks.

[kirinshibori 0]

Thanks! Yep, all laminates except bathroom (tiles), kitchen (vinyl) and foyer (tiles). So far no issues, maintenance is pretty straightforward, just vacuum then mop.

Your reno is very nicely done I like your laminate flooring. Is it easy to maintain coz looks like ur entire place has laminate flooring.

[Waniekilei 0]

Feels like a Japanese style house! Dis you hack your kitchen walls?

[Valerie Low 0]

There's still some way to go till the end of the renovation, but this is the same perspective view as the "3D" I posted earlier...

Hi Kirin, I think they are very nicely design... and I really love the look! I'm just curious whether there is a transparent glass behind the horizontal wooden planks of your cabinet door?