potatoes

Hope I am also invited for your durian part, hee hee

Errandz, your reno is pretty fast..... We started at about the same time, yet mine will be completed by end of this mth.

You ate making good progress in your Reno. When is ur expected date of completion?

Jonsmom, hope you have made the right choice. I agree with you that the chemistry between u and ID is very impt. No matter what, whether it is ID or contractor, they need to make sure they meet baseline profit. ID are able to offer more value added services like 3d design, bring u to choose tiles, bathroom items& lightings....

Congrats! U are making good progress in your reno. Original state = less hacking and that translates to more cost savings! Hope you have a smooth reno.

MBR toilet Aircon pipe problem solved. Before: After:

iPineapple, I hope you will be able to find a good ID who is also able to meet ur budget. Remember to add in 'hidden cost'. All the best.

DAY 21 (6Aug) Updates Plastering of wall and ceiling has begun The new wall that separates the kitchen from the yard.... new bin installed. Problem with kitchen sink ID told me that the kitchen sink that we purchase cannot fit in due to the protuding pipes. The pipes were not shown in the plan. He suggested to change to a smaller sink, but we insisted that we still prefer the double sink. So he would need to extend the cabinet space to extend beyond the pipe.

i prefer Design # 4 with L-shape layout. ... Make the room more spacious. #1 - like classroom layout #2 - table too narrow, obstruction when need to open/ close window #3 - make room look small & cramp.

Thx a lot! One thing is commendable, the workmanship is quite good. The workers are skilful and hardworking.

Thx;) u are right.... Many unforeseen circumstances encountered. The big pipes were not shown in the plan,.... This can cause obstruction. Plastering and tiling works were obstructed by electrical casing and also no PUB. Gas line.

Thx,.., I hope things will be good until the end...... I didn't know reno can be so stressful lor.

Where is your location and what type of unit? Do I have a budget?

Congrats on the completion of your reno journey.... nice job! I like the shine on ur marble after the polish. I hope mine will be the same too.

Wen Wen, your tiling works for living looks good... Neat and looks spacious!

More Updates: Existing wall at kitchen entrance extended by half feet, so that I can place my Refrigerator. Another new wall was build to separate yard from kitchen The new toilet entrance - where a small cormer wash basin will be place

Congrats, things are looking good in your renovation. 3 more weeks, all stress would be over.

Jammo, nice wall tiles for kitchen and toilets.

Hi Modern, I like the modern look of your living and dining area.

Hi Modern, your electrical cost of 1.8k - is it using the existing cables or does it involve partial rewiring? For me, I m keeping the 2nd level untouched and rewiring only for 1st level.

Very nice! Where do u get the 3 hanging lams? I want to use similar kind for my bar counter too.

Contractor ran out of tiles yesterday.... Part of the toilet wall was incomplete..... Hope the tiles will come in quickly. Plastering for all the walls and ceiling will start soon. We have just decided on the choice of laminate wood for kitchen cabinet. I am looking forward to see the kitchen cabinet and the bar counter.

ID send me samples of my laminate flooring.... .Hope my choice of colours for the stairways and bedroom flooring is correct,

Day 16 (2 Aug) Laying of Kitchen floor tiles ... the white tiles gives a clean look! Looking from the 2nd floor into the balcony.

Congrats on the completion of ur renovation. Yes, I also eagerly await for your pics. You have spoken well of your ID and Agent. I m sure your unit must be very nicely done up. Btw, I m glad you have put the unpleasant experience with the reputable contractor behind u and moved on.