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  1. Posted

    Hello firegoddess, as regards sinks, there's a wide variety of brands. I believe you are referring to Franke and Blanco? They are decent brands especially Franke. As a matter of fact, I am getting a Franke sink. But have you taken a look at Teka? I believe they were having a sale about a month back, you should check with them - I got a decent semi-industrial pull-out tap from Teka recently. Check out the 2nd floor of Econflo along Beach road - they may have some surplus project sinks. There's also this other place at cemdex (where the de dietrich showroom is located) located on the ground floor - the name escapes me, but last i checked they had some franke sink + tap deals. Worth looking.

    As regards getting good deals for kitchen appliances, I guess people sometimes have their favourite places or go through contacts. However for De dietrich/miele/gaggenau and other drool-worthy stuff, have you taken a peek at rina electrical? it's at shaw centre - 5th floor, I think.

    Happy hunting. Looking forward to see your pics.

  3. Posted

    Hi firegoddess, Silestone's a great product and if you're going to have it installed, it's probably going to last you for a long, long time! Personally, I'm mad for granite as I like the appearance. Fundamentally, I don't think it's odd to have a mix-and-match of brands. However, if you have an induction hob, then the only gas hob you'd probably get is likely to be one for cooking with woks - logically, that's how I see.

    As for the hood, oven and whatever else, different brands are probably fine cos they would be clad in that nice outer steel look. I just feel that if you're buying from one retailer/wholesaler, buying products from one brand might enable you to have more grounds for greater discount. Consider this: the look of the kitchen isn't only just about the kitchen applicances - it will be the applicances + the cabinetry + the type of sink and tap + the lights + flooring [i.e. the whole look - think images from Pogen Pohl or Pronorm). But as I said before, you're getting some kick-a** products - enjoy!

    As for the window extractor fan, I imagine you're cooking loads everyday? My initial thoughts are that a **** good hood should serve your daily needs adquately. Since your'e going to get an induction hob, you can match that with a downdraft extractor. But again, it would also depend how you intend to use your kitchen.

    Sounds like a wonderful kitchen in the making, I'm sure of it. :)

  4. Posted

    Hello firegoddess. Because we are going to have more carpentry than in most homes, we'd had to really think hard when spending on stuff. Seriously, De Dietrich and Gaggenau are exceptional kitchen appliance makers - All boxes are ticked as far as I'm concerned! But we've decided to not to get them because of the carpentry and a couple of other finer points. So we've decided to get Brandt.

    Brandt is good enough to withstand heavy duty cooking. It's not that I wouldn't want to buy Bosch - they are a class above most as well, but somehow I feel Bosch washing products are more worth buying. Nonetheless there's nothing stopping you to get Bosch kitchen stuff as that gorgeous steel finish can fit in any modern kitchen. I feel that you can mix and match whatever oven with whatever hob/hood etc. But personally, I prefer glass gas hobs with cast iron grid. Hood-wise, it just depends where you're placing your hob - telescope or wall mount might be both ok depending on how much cabinetry you intend to have. Whatever you decide, those selections of your's are top class and will serve you well for many years I trust.

    As for Miele, I suspect that requires a separate blog thread or something to obsess and drool over their stuff, don't you think? :)

    As I'm writing all this, it might seem kinda odd for a guy to exhibit out semi-obsessive behaviour over kitchen stuff, but hey, what the heck, it's about the overall look of the house. That's important to most of us, I think.

  5. Posted

    Hello firegoddess, what you have here are some hard core kitchen appliances of the drool variety! :) My wife would be ever so envious. Seriously, a pyro oven kicks a** because it is supposed to make cleaning very easy - just turn 'em into ash. Go for it, we are. I would encourage you to pay the De Dietrich showroom at Cemdex building a visit. Feel, touch and ask all questions. Impressive. As for Miele, it's Miele - can't go wrong as well. In fact, since you are considering these two, why not go to the Gaggenau showroom at the Bosch building at Peminpin. I was estatic... Just check it out.

    You might want to also check out what I call De Dietrich Lite and Gaggenau Lite (i.e. Brandt and Bosch respectively). The parent company, Fagor Brandt owns both the Brandt and De Dietrich brands - the technology is somewhat shared to some extent. Likewise for Bosch - you can see both the Bosch and Gaggenau range at the Bosch showroom. Well worth your time. Good luck.

    Been looking around and might be considering these kitchen appliances so any feedbacks? Already ordered Silestone white platimium counter top for kitchen counters for those interested to know.

    Heavy usage so need a Pyrolytic Oven: De Dietrich DOP895X with ICS recipes or Miele H5461BP CISt? Miele oven claims to seal in moisture by quick roast outside of meat equivalent to manual pan smear & can control humidity by spraying water 3 times during cooking automatically plus cooking with a wired temperature probe. De Dietrich oven claims half price of Miele, that Miele's claims don't work! World's best cook are French chefs so get French brand like De Dietrich as Miele is German famous for pork knuckles & sausages only?

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    Medium usage so De Dietrich Induction Hob 38cm Continuum DTI1041X or the cheaper Bosch 2 zones?

    Impressed with De Dietrich which is automatic pan detection so need not put pans at indicated circle as there's no circles, got boost for super boil, direct simmer button, direct boil button, timer, auto cut-off according to low or high heat at 8hrs/4hrs/2hrs.

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    Hi Strikingreality,

    kekeke... just partition part of living rm for little one will do since young ones don't know what's better, adults get to enjoy whole unit first. Also FSM said best for us to sleep in Bedroom 3 for our own good so no choice.

  6. Posted

    Quix, I know you probably don't bother posting on Renotalk anymore, but your place is very nicely renovated and furnished! Gotta like that island - very bold statement to have an open kitchen. What I like more about your apartment is definitely the open space and colour tones. Bien.

  7. Posted

    I think a good use for the bedroom 3 is to convert it into a study / playroom / maid's room

    In fact, I think it is good for small families, maybe 1 child, or 2 young children. The children can sleep in bedroom 2 while bedroom 3 is converted into something more useful.

    Actually, now that you mention it, Bedroom 3 would make an excellent nursery / kids' room. That way, their parents can get a good night's rest in the Master Bedroom while their brats can yell their heads off as much as they like and they can't hear them... Yippie! :)

    Oh and they might want to think of the neighbors too, so maybe they might want to provide Bedroom 3 with sound insulation as well. ;)

  8. Posted

    Your 3 room's at sunset way - that's one of the choice locations for a number of people these days. We looked at several EMs there but the prices were never right! Serene and leafy place though.

    Yes, i've got 2 kids as well and they're a handful ( or perhaps four hands full!). I totally understand.

  9. Posted

    82sqm for a 3 room flat is not bad at all! Was that a corner? The only one trumping that might be the 3 rooms at kampong arang (103-104 sqm). I remember viewing a 135sqm 4 room there... Insanely spacious but it was a corridor unit - can't deal with that. Talking about 5As, the units at Kent road and jalan rajah are equally gigantic too - about the same size as yours and blessed with loads of windows. Anyway, transforming an old place is always an incredible endeavour - mine will starting soon so I'll find out... Hope to see more pics of your reno.

  11. Posted

    Hi sleek, I see your Reno is progressing well. I must say that your kitchen is absolutely cavernous! The 5As should've been the de facto standard for 5 rooms - loads of space. And that equally enormous hall space... If only all 5 rooms are built like that. Sigh. Looking forward to seeing the final result.

  14. Posted

    Hello Techaview,

    Nice looking toilets and chairs... :) Halo Living?

    Your new flat is intriguing - it's a 5 room but it's 105 sqm and has a bomb shelter. May I hazard a guess - it's at Klang Lane?

    The layout reminds me of my previous apartment - I think you'll have a fun time dressing it up. Congratulations!

  15. Posted

    Hi, i'm new to this and not quite sure how to start. Saw some pics and threads. Keys collecting next week. Wondering how long it takes to do an overhaul of a 4room unit. Anybody have any firm to recommend?

    Thanks

    Hi Sanwenchong,

    Honestly, it really depends:

    1. Is this a new or resale 4-room? (which can determine the cost of renovation vs. your budget)

    2. What's your budget (which usually determines the extent of your renovation)

    3. Of course the ultimate question for me is usually what sort of look I want for the house? If you already know or are crystal clear, maybe all you need is a contractor who takes orders well, or maybe you don't know and are open to suggestions, then perhaps an ID can help you.

    In any case, good luck on your renovation journey. What ever you decide, I'm sure it will be home :)

  16. Posted

    Am not on a low floor... just not used to the idea cos my parents' place is a point block so I've never had to worry about security other than the main door... I know... Singapore is supposed to be generally a safe place but I don't want to be the 1% that kenna.

    Discussed with my SO and he suggested to get some security cameras too.

    My contractor actually said while we were discussing adding grill 'ears' for a padlock that serious burglars would just smash the window glass. Doesn't make me feel any better lor. :unsure:

    Yeah, there's always that element of fear and uncertainty. That said I remembered a Sunset Way EM Reno blog from a while back - nice ground floor unit with 2 entrances and I saw an alarm installed as well. I guess we all can't take security for granted. The age old cliche comes to mind - low crime doesn't mean no crime... :)

  17. Posted

    Some pictorial update...

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    MBR bathroom - very "safe" choice.

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    The common bathroom one is incomplete in this picture this is without the grouting. Couldn't find a completed one with the grouting done.

    I absolutely love the toilet tiles. :) Looking good...

  18. Posted

    Am browsing for a good/comprehensive home insurance and am feeling a bit lost...

    Sounds quite paranoid but am staying in a corridor unit for the 1st time in my life so I just don't feel safe... Have insisted for my contractor to include a space for a lock (those U lock type), and I think we'll also get some home IP security camera thingy...

    Any tips or suggestions on a good home insurance to get from experienced home owners will be much appreciated. Thanks in advance. :yamseng:

    I can totally understand it. Before settling on our soon-to-be-renovated corner unit, we were eyeing some nice, big corridor EMs. But I was a little apprehensive. However I also see there are many people on renotalk who are fine with living along the corridor. A good strong lock is usually a good start along with remembering to close the 1st floor windows. Are you living on a low floor?

  19. Posted

    sng >> no harm done

    abby >> yup but this 2 weeks are my exam weeks so have to be patient. prob would be doing most of the work on the vesak day holiday

    emobebe >> hahaha or just convince your contractor then when your husband ask say eh, i dunno leh why he do like that :)

    i know how much renotalk likes pictures so here are my newly installed blinds.

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    I also had issues with the parquet. so i got them to resand and revarnish for me.

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    after enduring the dust and the smell, i happily walked in the room today after leaving it alone for 2 days. yet there are still rough spots on some sections of the parquet! so much for my house warming on the 1st. looks like after july would be a better bet. *sigh*

    The blinds look great. Where did you get them again? What nice shiny parquet - good choice there. You can't beat the feel of teak. Laminated/engineered wood just isn't the same.

  20. Posted

    I suppose for days when you're entertaining big groups, you can put the sofas side by side. Normally, you might wish to stick to such configuration as I would reckon it's easier to clean. Unless you are entertaining smaller groups, especially with immediate family over, it's nice to have the couches like the way you placed in the picture. Very nice house and very bold to have 3 rooms knocked down to one. Any more pictures on your bedroom? I would like some ideas on how people configure their rooms after knocking down their walls.

    Hafiizh, I think your kitchen looks really nice and I'm also a fan of open concept kitchens. Good choice on the white colour scheme! :good:

  21. Posted

    Newyew, I think interior design cannot just be about quotations and what you think is ok for the potential client. Seriously, take it in your stride, the comprehensive reply that MM sent was a point by point walk-through of the elements that we did not feel comfortable with. You wanted an honest appraisal, you got it. Learn, please and live well.

    And by the way, I thought the tiles from hafary was a nice gesture - none if the other IDs did that. Indeed you sound angry but guess what, so are we! Hey, let's use this forum for what it is: a celebration of homes and ideas. It is what it is.

  22. Posted

    Since mummymantras is a freelance writer/author, just wondering if you are an English teacher?

    My besties, one of whom is an english teacher, the other, an editor, always point out errors in spelling or wrong words or words that don't exist. :)

    That will be the day - me, an English teach. That is a very hard job... I am not one.

    But seriously, spelling mistakes or grammatical errors on renotalk, I'm not bothered so much because all of us have varying comfort levels with the English language. ****, if our former colonial masters were French, we'll be in a different world today. But what I think is wrong is to not point out words or terms that really don't mean anything because we're all on this forum to learn from each other I think (ideas, costs, experiences etc.).

  23. Posted

    I've been going through reading the very interesting and colourful renovations done by renotalk forumers - which are mostly fantastic and have presented us with a wealth of ideas.

    However I have also observed some strange words being perpetuated over and over again. And I am not talking about grammar and all that - I am only interested in the content.

    For the record, and to the best of my knowledge, the words "Masterbed room" DO NOT exist and should not. :rolleyes:

    It should in fact be "Master Bedroom", whichever way you want it.

  24. Posted

    Seriously, I think adidaem makes a good point. You just can't replace the feel of real wood. But durability in terms of decades wood is not. I suspect we are going to live here till it's SERS ( possibly overestimating, but this is as good as it gets for us in terms of location :sport-smiley-018: Wood tiles, being tiles will last a long time so we hope.

    I think I can guess what adidaem's talking about the print bit about wood tiles but then, there's also about how the filer tiles and grouts it as well. Gotta disagree with you there.

    Again, savings from high-end kitchen equipment is good but only in so far as we don't really cook much or entertain guests much. We already cook loads so I think we're going to cook loads more at home. Plus with more people living with us now, that's going to be more mouths to feed. And were talking about stews, oven fare etc. Clearly we'll break the bank with a Miele so maybe de Dietrich although a tad more, isn't really that expensive. According the price guide we got, 3k plus can get you a decent oven. Also it's about spending in some areas and saving in some areas for the Reno, that's true indeed. ;)

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