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  1. If yours is 100% cotton, don't anyhow wash hor...guarantee will shrink around 6inches if full height But nowsadays, most curtain material are 100% polyester..should not be a problem to wash
  2. Yah, its common practise just in case you need to replace broken tiles in the future. I still have marble tiles, kitchen tiles, balcony tiles from my renovation 7 years ago Also remember to get the color code for the paints. In case you need to buy to do minor touchup.
  3. 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.
  4. milo66, Nope, I don't need to shift. My a/c (black block) not in the way.
  5. I think aircon already there . Unless the milo66 want to shift it. I agree with the leakage and condensation thing.
  6. - Supply paper roll to protect whole house floor - $300 - General cleaning for whole house - $300 See if can get FOC - Whole house painting - $1500 Brand of paint (Nippon, ICI?), type of paint (EasyWash, Medifresh etc?), choice of how many colors? For planter decking and bay window stuff, check out www.goodhill.com and you can call them with your measurement for a verbal quote.
  7. The painting guy did not use floor protection?
  8. 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.
  9. ocheeeng

    Shoebby?

    Harbourfront centre also has howard storage on 3rd or 4th floor.
  10. 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?
  11. Box for container is 20 x 20 x 20cm.
  12. Hi fondue_ Any reason why you sticked to vented dryer? I am considering which type of dryer to buy.
  13. 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.
  14. @donggua23, Proposed shoe cabinets have watermark which I don't want to post. The chengai decking should be the standard one.
  15. Sian leh..I also like red. My FS master never mentioned red and also it is too late to change color theme now as already bought something
  16. Sink given by developer. Everyone in the development has the same. I still prefer those stone-like or ceramic type.
  17. Green apple container to put 168 $1 coins and place at wealth position
  18. Ashes02, Did ur FS master tell you which colors are not good? Mine are white and yellow.
  19. The sound is coming from the tap because of its shape I think. Running water through a narrow space.
  20. Ya..my FS master also said my wife (wood) 'wang' me To be more 'wang', use green
  21. Did ur FS master say Gold ke Wood? But it is ok that husband ke wife lah
  22. I have 5 switchs for lights in the living room at my old place for 7 years. The only familiar one is the centre one which on the foyer light. The rest still trial & error....
  23. Some proposed designs given: Dining area (green...green ) Don't know the display cabinet flies so high... Living room (wall is in apple white...cannot really tell it is green right?) Masterbedroom storage on bay window
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