TwinkleBell 0 Report post Posted November 21, 2012 This cordless steam iron is very good ! I'm using it almost everyday.my best lobang today:Hitachi cordless steam iron for just $19.90 with full local warranty!Sofa arrived today Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Betsmok 0 Report post Posted November 22, 2012 waoo where did you get your cordless iron?! looking for one leh.... Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
lancified 3 Report post Posted November 22, 2012 Bought the iron at EJ 2 days back. not sure if it's still available coz it's going for clearance. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
lancified 3 Report post Posted November 22, 2012 The iron's a pretty good deal!Well, I have to say I'm glad I did some homework & got some of my kitchen & electrical stuff from e neighbourhood shops.Now eyeing a 47" Phillips LED TV. Was @ $1799 about 1 mth back & recently GC selling at $1499! Still feel that its too out of my budget. Hoping that sitex will be a fruitful trip this weekend!47"! your living room must be very big! If u have the model number I think u can call the neighbouring shops to ask for price and see if they can match sitex prices. Really dread going to such shows due to the crowd. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
lancified 3 Report post Posted November 22, 2012 (edited) Final leg of renovation!Today:Installation of big mirror for MBR vanity counter.Clearing of debris and bulky itemsDelivery of mounting bracketMeasuring of curtainTomorrow:Delivery of bedframe/mattressDelivery of dining table / chairsDelivery of Washing machineDelivery of fridgeReplacement of hood (it was faulty when we opened the box, tecnogas customer service is quick and easy)Installation of FH feature shoerackInstallation of make-up shelfFinal plumbing worksInstallation of roller blinds (DIY w/ my ID)Installation of Kitchen accessoriesInstallation of all bathroom accessoriesMounting of both TVsInstallation of chandelier for dining areaReplacing bi-fold door at kitchen (It was poorly installed, the vendor is coming back to repair/replace them)Installation of exhaust fan at MBR toilet.Final plaster/paint touch upFinal general cleaningFinal debris clearingHANDOVER Edited November 22, 2012 by lancified Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
pixieprincess 0 Report post Posted November 22, 2012 Thanks lancified,Will definitely check out with e shops on e price. Hope it can be lower than sitex. My living rm is wide thou not big.It's a 4-room bto:) Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Feeble 0 Report post Posted November 22, 2012 Hi lancified, Thanks for sharing, Can pm me the all your contacts and suppliers? Including your contractor? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
deviansyh 0 Report post Posted November 23, 2012 it can all be completed within 1 day for handover? that's pretty fast.. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Topsy 0 Report post Posted November 23, 2012 Hi lancified, Can share with me the contact of your kitchen and bathroom accessories?Thanks Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
angmoh 0 Report post Posted November 23, 2012 wahh happy sia ... i still have a long way to go ID advised that carpentry work jammed have to wait probably until Jan liao.. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
lancified 3 Report post Posted November 23, 2012 wahh happy sia ... i still have a long way to go ID advised that carpentry work jammed have to wait probably until Jan liao..No la, that was my perfect plan. But as always, nothing is perfect Delivery of bedframe/mattress - DoneDelivery of dining table / chairs - DoneDelivery of Washing machine - DoneDelivery of fridge - DoneReplacement of hood (it was faulty when we opened the box, tecnogas customer service is quick and easy) - Sent back to factory, pending replacement by 30th NovInstallation of FH feature shoerack - late, factory not able to get it done yet. Expected Mon/tuesInstallation of make-up shelf - late, no power tools, expected tues/wedFinal plumbing works - all done but kitchen tap, granite top hole was too small. Expected Mon/tuesInstallation of roller blinds (DIY w/ my ID) - late, no power toolsInstallation of Kitchen accessories - since showrack not ready, carpenter did not turn upInstallation of all bathroom accessories - DoneMounting of both TVs - waiting for carpenterInstallation of chandelier for dining area - Done!Replacing bi-fold door at kitchen (It was poorly installed, the vendor is coming back to repair/replace them) - DoneInstallation of exhaust fan at MBR toilet. - measurement taken, expected by 30th NovFinal plaster/paint touch up - delay till mon/tues after carpenter finish their workFinal general cleaning - delayFinal debris clearing - delay Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
lancified 3 Report post Posted November 23, 2012 Still managed to achieve many things today, leave well taken Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
jpgnfx 0 Report post Posted November 25, 2012 chanced upon your t-blog right in the midst of my own renovation!could i trouble you to share your contacts for the bathroom and kitchen accessories? looks like you've managed to get quite a good deal on the tap and basins!thanks! appreciate it!Hi everyone, While waiting for my wife to wake up and go collect our kitchen sink and all other toilet accessories, I thought that I should share a little on how I saved on my toilet accessories. This is no joke, my toilet accessories should have easily cost over $2k but i'm really glad that after studying and understanding how the industry work, I managed to cut all the unnecessary middle man and got them for cheap!I have surveyed all shops in SG, from balestier stretch to jalan besar, to even those shops that my ID recommend, say got special discount... basically, it's all a major scam. I understand that in SG, rental is expensive, manpower is expensive, taxes are heavy. I also understand that businesses must earn to survive. But take a look at the prices of the things i bought:Kitchen sink 45cm x 45cm x 20cm (this is thick metal, not those that will warp and change shape after u pour boiling water)The best price is saw after walking balestier = SGD$599. Price that I bought it for = $210.Kitchen faucet/tap (stainless steel, with mixer and pull out)Best price in SG saw at jalan besar = $190. I paid $70.Basin and tap for wife's vainity counter (basin is 50cm x 36cm, tap is 31cm high stainless steel)We only saw the price of the basin, and we were so disgusted we don't even looked for the tap. SG price $380My price for basin+tap+pop up drain pipe (stainless steel also!) = $150Not to mention heaters, mirror cabinet, bidet sprays, stainless steel glass shelving for toilets, kitchen counter rails. I spent less than $700 when I could have easily exceeded $2k. I bought all my stuff from different retailers and some from online. The items are all made overseas, but sometimes u see different brands on them even though they look the same. This is called OEM. the factory produces the design, the retailer buys them in bulk and and stamps their "italian branding" on it. If you go to balestier, u see many shops advertising made in italy/germany and all the crap. All rubbish. Do they think we were born yesterday? It's like putting a BMW logo on a proton and advertised it as made in germany. I'll gladly share all my contacts, please PM me if you guys need them. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
lancified 3 Report post Posted November 26, 2012 Last few days to move in!Our bedside lamps are installed, looking very nice and hotel-ly Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Sixtus 0 Report post Posted November 27, 2012 hi can u share with me ur contact for the kitchen faucet and lightings? thanks Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
