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'Bought lightings and ceiling fan for living room from Tony , Haikel Lighting at Alexandra Village. ' We just want to comment on Haikel Lighting commendable service . The items arrived neatly packed and segregated . We got ourselves prepare with marker to indicate the lightings . We were however glad to note that all items are labelled (on the box) according to our specifications when the lights are purchased . Loose items are also packed neatly in a box . Not bad .. no shabby work! They deliver our bedroom lights wrongly though . However the boss was apologetic and make an instant change the following day . I am sure some of us may hv experienced pleasant experiences too , if not , consider this shop .. haha ..

Glasswork http://i1102.photobucket.com/albums/g458/w...1/glasswork.jpg Carpentry work http://i1102.photobucket.com/albums/g458/w...1/carpentry.jpg Our tiny kitchen cabinet . May be small, but sufficient for a small family like us . Too many storage spaces = stuffed unused items ! Its quite a blessing as compared to our current rented flat

The culprit discovered ! We learnt from ID that the cat peed at our door entrance . Gosh ! Pretty lovable thou . Seems to greet us at the stairway when we visit the home . Have to think of a way to prevent it from peeing

More updates on the progress of our reno work . We are satisfied with the service and workmanship rendered thus far . Kudos Paint work and laminated flooring http://i1102.photobucket.com/albums/g458/w...1/paintwork.jpg Paint touch up will be done towards handover . Laminated flooring is an awesome choice . Fits into our concept

My partner would love the island in the kitchen .. Too bad our kitchen is too small Which mover service did u engage ? How much ?

Purchases are more or less done . Still shopping for : - Dining set Toying between glass table and acrylic chairs OR white piano finish table with wooden chairs . Saw nice ones at Tables and Chairs People . Though expensive , we seems to like the selection very much . The sales person suggest for us to snap a photo of our dining area once ready , for a mix and match . - Son's bed and study table Most prob buy from IKEA cos the current wardrobe is from there too. - DVD player cum FM tuner for bedroom . Looking at small one for bedroom . Wall mounted preferred . - Wall hang islamic verse There is a shop at Jln Pisang (opp Sultan mosque) next to Hjh Maimunah restaurant that sells nice 'ayat' . May consider buying from there Any suggestions welcome .

Accessories n all We bought bathroom accessories and heater from Jonathan , Hoe Kee Hardware at Genting Road. My plumber installed the rain shower diverter wrongly . I brought back the shower set thinking it was faulty . But Jonathan was nice enough to explain the error . - Toilet roll holder x 1 - 60cm railing x 1 - Frosted glass shelves x 3 - 30'' single railing x 1 - 30'' double railing x 1 - Hooks x 4 - 2 way tap x 2 - Shower set for WC - Rain shower set for bathroom - Tecno instant water heater Total = $580 Some photos : http://i1102.photobucket.com/albums/g458/w...accessories.jpg

Yes Neubie, we were hesitant initially too . A friend told us that his rain shower is for show only cos the water pressure is weak . We asked the sales person and was informed that there are different types of rain shower suited for storage or instant heater. We bought the rain shower for instant heater. Tried the water pressure at home , seems alrite cos we stay on 2nd floor . Water pressure should be at its strongest i guess , hope so Lets take the risk !

Thanx , we are also excited to share the transformation. There are older flats around zouk area . Convenient for entertainment hor.. but other facilities i am not too sure .. I still love our area at Kim Keat .. superbly convenient

xxx Keat near Great World i dont tink so . But Kim Seng Rd and Jiak Kim Street have ... These areas must be expensive ... cant afford

Living room purchases - Sofa set , ottoman and coffee table. Bought at Expo from Wynn Furnishing. Wanted to go JB to recce , but lazy . - Cooker hob and hood complimentary from ID - Other electrical items bought from Vincent Maximum Credit at Alexandra Village. Convinced that the price offered is competitive after scouting around major electrical marts

Unveiling the making of ... Vanity area Bathroom WC

Bought lightings and ceiling fan for living room from Tony , Haikel Lighting at Alexandra Village. - PLC lights x 9 - Bedroom x 3 (inclusive of a smaller light for wardrobe area) - Kitchen x 2 - Toilets x 2 - Utility x 1 - Dining x 1 - Amasco ceiling fan Model Refresh 56" blade , with 3 lights . Complimentary remote control. Claimed anti dust .. hehe.. Total = $1170 http://i1102.photobucket.com/albums/g458/waiya1/fan.jpg We also ordered roller blind from the same shop . Asked around and was quoted about $500 for 3 windows (2 panels each) . Here he quoted us $380 , same material . Boss side business

No leh , its within Toa Payoh estate . Near Toa Payoh East .

Electrical work Rewired the whole house . The electrician did all necc points : - Lighting points x 18 - Single and double socket points x 12 - Heater points x 2 - SCV points x 2 - Tel points x 1 - Fan point x 1 - Air con point x 1 - Electrical distribution board with ELCB , MCB & circuit breaker Inclusive of speaker points to be mounted on the beam (Beam has its use now :-) http://i1102.photobucket.com/albums/g458/waiya1/wiring.jpg

haha .. u bet ! it must have landed itself comfortably amidst the reno mess . Neighbour's cat . Now can allow it to enter . Once house is done , sory .. u stay out

Plastering and windows The house looks great after plastering . Even surfaces , nice to feel and look at ! We finally understand that the metal piece with tiny holes are meant to even out corners / ledges . Another discovery Changed : - Bedroom doors to classic doors , inclusive of door frames . To be painted white. - Windows for living and bedroom 1 - Sliding window with top hung , tinted glass - Windows for kitchen and bedroom 2 - Casement window , tinted glass - Bathroom and WC - Adjustable louver wired mesh glass window - White powder coated window grills for whole house except utility room (the only area intact!) http://i1102.photobucket.com/albums/g458/w.../plastering.jpg

Tiling work The contractor explained the tiling process . Initially mentioned that he might not be able to tile up the partially conceal area behind the pipes. We were pretty impressed when he managed to do so ! Neatly too All kitchen area tiled up , from the beam to the area behind the cabinet http://i1102.photobucket.com/albums/g458/w...1/tiling1-1.jpg Wet works Water proofing and all . First uninvited guest to the house ! http://i1102.photobucket.com/albums/g458/waiya1/wetworks.jpg

Hacking The house in total rubble and mess. Hacking in progress ! http://i1102.photobucket.com/albums/g458/waiya1/hacking.jpg

We are back ! After taking some time away for a short break . Back to check out reno progress .. fast and great !

oh ok, i made my electrical purchases from Alexandra Village (opp Safra) . Shop name Maximum Credit , the guy is Vincent . Provide gd svc and is not pushy. They manage 2 other shops Hong Liang electrical at the same area. I did my survey at other giant electrical marts and ask them to match . He also gave me a reel of cable n wall bracket for my sound system . Will post my purchases soon .

Is it tables and chairs people at Eunos Ave 7 ? went there last weekend , acrylic chair rather pricey. One pc avg $160 to $200 . The one i saw at one of the shop at Intl Furniture Centre Sungei Kadut is about $120 - $150 . Maybe will go back there again ..

Hi photog, thanx . I check out Hommage website . Looks good . U bought anything there? Expensive? I drove pass Gnee Hong the other day bt didnt check it out .. will do so too Ur reno completing soon ar .. good progress ! u bgt all electrical items?

Haha .. nolah. this is for 'just-in-case' situation . like get up late in the morning and have to quickly shower n get ready work / school ... but then again , there is only 3 of us - for now