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  3. Posted · Edited by budgetmama

    6. Reno Progress

    Timeline:
    Defect Check: 17 July 2017
    BSC Defect form Submission/Joint Inspection: 18 July 2017
    Defect Rectification: 21-24th July 2017
    Renovation Start -  28 July 2017 (till date, 7 Oct, still not fully completed)

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    28 July 2017:
    - Hacking of MBR partial wall for Hubby's 1.2m width built-in wardrobe
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    2 August 2017:
    - On-site Discussion for Electrical rewiring 
    - Aircon Installation (Mitsubishi Heavy Industries Sys 4)
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    (Blue=Aircon, Red=Trucking/Piping)
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    7-8 August 2017:
    - Electrical work commence 
    - Construction of Kitchen & Service Yard base/curb
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    9 August 2017:
    - Cement Screeding
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    16 August 2017:
    - Vinyl Flooring installation
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    23 August 2017:
    -1st batch of Taobao purchase arrived through Feixing (China 3rd party forwarder)
    - Delivery of Cooker & Hood
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    8 September 2017:
    - Installation of lights & ceiling fans
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    (Entrance Light)

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    59e32b6dd0530_WhatsAppImage2017-10-07at5_59.37PM(2).thumb.jpeg.1caeaccb63e48a3e5529385aede73186.jpeg
    (Feature Light)
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    (Ceiling Fan with Light)

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    (Track lights)

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    (Bathroom, Service Yard & Bomb Shelter Light)

    15 September 2017:
    - Carpentry Delivery
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    - Remove Service Yard bi-fold door, patch up 
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    18-29 September 2017:
    - Installation of lights (Hanging Lights)

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    (Dining Lights)

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    (Kitchen Light)

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    (Corridor Light)
    *Decided to switch positions of WIW & Corridor Lights as the Chandelier was too big in my WIW, unable to access the top cabinets.

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    (Chandelier for WIW)

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    *After switching lights positions...
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    (LED Stripe lights)
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    (Feather Light MBR)

    - Installation of Carpentry, Built-in Oven, Kitchen Hood, Ceramic cooker, Sink &  Tap
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    (Full height shoe cabinet)
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    (Wooden beam to install child safety gate)
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    (Wooden box to hide aircon trucking)
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    (Built-in wardrobe between hacked wall of MBR & study room)
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    (Back of built-in wardrobe before conceal)
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    - Installation of Glass works (Bathroom Sliding screen doors, Kitchen Glass backsplash, WIW Mirror)
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    (MBR Toilet)

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    (Common toilet)

    -General Cleaning

    29-30 September 2017:
    - Painting
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    1-3 October 2017:
    - Cleaning & "Staycation"

    3 October 2017:
    - Touch up Painting

    6 October 2017:
    - Officially move in

    7 October 2017:
    - Installation of Curtains

    As of today (7 October 2017), there are still some pending renovations to be completed:
    - Installation of Bathrooms Basin & Vanity set (Was delayed cos of delivery from Taobao)
    - Replacement of faulty MBR Shower Mixer
    - Installation of locks for some drawers in MBR (ID forgot to install.. -.-)
    - Fixing of Kitchen Corner Cabinets internal shelvings (Told ID we didnt want any dead space in the cabinets but he chose the easy way out for 2 of them. Repeatedly asked for confirmed 3D & Sketches of internal carpentries before fabrications but was delayed & ignored all these while. Still have not received any of the mentioned..)
    - Adding Black laminated frames along edges of WIW as design (Was confirmed in our 3D & discussion, but not done, and when asked, ID blatantly said I told him not to do the frames?!?!?!?)
    - Fixing of internal shelvings of DB Box (Confirmed top half of DB Box to have shelvings installed, and bottom half to have a hanging rod for our umbrellas. Shocked when we found fixed (with silicon somemore!) shelvings at bottom half & no hanging rods!@!@)
    - Installation of shelvings in study room (No reason for delay. Just not done.) 

    Renovation was supposed to be completed before our agreed move in date on 20 September 2017. 
    No reason why but we were delayed day by day, with no good reason, and only able to move in on 6 October 2017, into a incomplete house..

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  4. Posted · Edited by budgetmama

    5. Floorplan vs Reality, 3D Drawings & Sketches

    So, we've always been visualizing & doing mock sketches of our dream home based on the floorplan provided by HDB.
    Later did we realised, the dimensions given included the depth of the walls (dead space to us) *GUA GUA GUAAAA~*

    So a very annoyed Budgetmama forced hubby to help out with taking accurate measurements of the house for a more precise floorplan..
    HDB's dimensions:
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    Our measured dimensions:
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    During the 4 years wait, the place must have shrinked with the weather and such...

    3D drawings:
    After collecting our keys, we pestered our ID for our 3D Drawings that was done based on our ideas..
    These are 3 (AND ONLY 3) of the 3D Drawings given - 
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    We waited 2 weeks plus for our 3Ds and got 3 low-res & small images, with wrong flooring (told ID we wanted Woodgrain Vinyl flooring instead of tiles), different table top & laminate type for kitchen (gone were my Kompacplus tabletop & white laminate cabinets), and overall, very different feel from what we wanted.. 
    *Again, I shall leave the feedbacks of our ID till the end*

    Spoke to ID and requested for updated 3D that are more in lined to our expectations..
    (till date 6th October, we still didnt receive any updated 3Ds..)

    Met up with ID again to discuss on carpentry and managed to snap some sketches drawn during our discussion:
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    Sketches were very messy and ID said don't worry, he will send me a digital copy of the sketches when he get back to office...
    (...AGAIN, till date 6th October, we still didnt receive any digital/scanned copy of carpentry sketches..)

    ):

  5. Posted · Edited by budgetmama

    4. Key Collection, Roll pineapple, Defect Checking

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    Before our key collection...
    - Made appointment for activation of SP Services (Water&Electricity) online
    ( https://services.spservices.sg/appOnlineApplication/uiAppForm.aspx?ACTIONPAGE=FORMPAGE&MODETYPE=1 )
    - Bought Etiqa insurance online
    ( https://www.etiqa.com.sg/personal/general-insurance/property/hdb-fire-insurance )
    *Remember to bring a printed receipt of your Fire Insurance during key collection! 

    Alternatively, you may join the queue:
    - Etiqa Fire Insurance Counter @ HDB Hub Lvl 1
    - SP Services Counter @ HDB Hub Lvl 3


    17 July 2017:
    During Key collection...
    - Both CPF got wiped clean ):
    - Payment for S&CC (conservancy) fees to be made @ Lvl 3
    - Keys collection & Photo-taking (Self-service please!) 
    *Only Main gate, Main door, Letter box keys were given to us as we opt out of HDB's bedroom doors.

    As our SP activation appointment was 1 hour after our key collection appointment, we rushed down to our place just so we could be the "first" to enter.

    Being Christians, we didn't have any ritual to follow, but we still wanted to roll a pineapple just for the fun..
    And ofcos, before we rolled our pineapple, we wanted to cleanse/bless our nest and let God cover it with his layer of protection.
    I didn't wanna miss out any parts of the house unspoken for, so I prepared my blessing prayer in advance..
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    (Non-christians can skip this part..)
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    Lonely pineapple seated at a corner...
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    Soon after, a staff from SP Services arrived to turn on the Electricity & Water for us.  
    Presented my IC for check to verify that I'm an owner of this house.. -.-
    I was told by some of my neighbours that we are actually given free access to Electricity & Water during the defect check, but I wasn't aware, so yeah..

    Defect Check:
    Since we opted out of HDB's doors, floorings, toilet basins, we had nothing much to check for defect check..
    Only few defects we spotted were very minor too:
    E.g. Scratches on Main door, Glue stains on windows, scratches & stains on DB Box, VERY Slight misalignment in bomb shelter door (when closed the door is not flushed in totally flat)
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    We informed the friendly staffs @ our BSC centre and they quickly arranged the site manager to follow us back for a joint inspection.
    The site manager mentioned our defect rectification should not take long as we were one of the earlier batch to collect our keys, so there wasn't much queue yet.
    (Also cos we didnt have any major defects)


    More Photos of our RAW House:
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  6. Posted

    3. ID Selection, Contractors, ETC...

    At this point (5th Oct 17), our reno is 95% completed.
    I will hold my reviews & Feedback of my engaged ID until final handover.

    Engaged ID Company: *To be revealed at later stage*

    Apart from our ID company, we engaged a few direct contractors for our reno. (Mainly to help us save some marked up fees from ID..)

    - HDB Appointed Contractor: Cement Screeding
    Upon key collection, we immediately appealed for the free HDB cement screeding by filling up an application form given by our branch office in punggol.
    Date of submission: 17 July 2017
    Date of Screeding: 8 August 2017
    We had to top up $600 for extra screeding to level to our HDB given Kitchen floor tiles & toilet tiles.
    *FYI, HDB Free screeding only covers up to 40mm, remaining 10-15mm (to level with kitchen & toilet) will have to be topped up.

    - Vinyl Flooring: Deluxehomefurnishing
    We dropped by to their showroom @ Woodlands and decided almost immediately which vinyl flooring we wanted.
    At first look, I knew THATS THE ONE!
    The flooring we selected had woodgrains texture imprinted on them (yeah, i know, it may trap dust & dirt, blah blah, i-dont-care)
    Keith attended to us and was very helpful & patient in explaining every single details, pros & cons of vinyl flooring.
    Of all the many other vinyl flooring companies, "DMF" is not the cheapest option, but they made us felt assured so we decided to engage them.
    Date of visit/selection: 31 July 2017
    Date of site measurement: 14 August 2017
    Date of installation: 16 August 2017

    - Aircon Installation: CT Aircon, Mitsubishi Heavy Industries Sys 4
    After reading through many good reviews and doing price comparisons, we went ahead with MHI, installed by CT Aircon.
    We had a $300 off discount+ piping upgrade during their July Promotion and paid by 36 months interest free instalment.
    Date of confirmation: 31 July 2017
    Date of installation: 2 August 2017

     - Window Grilles, Sliding Yard Window, Solid Veneer bedroom doors: ACE ID & Wood
    Found them online and their price was the most reasonable.
    Replies were quick and service provided was good.
    However... the veneer doors were quite sharp along the door edges. After "complaining", they were prompt to send their workers down the next morning to fix it.
    No complains after which.
    (We initially got them to install bi-fold doors for our bathrooms as well, but after installation, the doors were flimsy & we decided we rather pay more for PD/SK Doors instead. They do not have either PD/SK doors so we got our refund.)
    Date of confirmation: 13 August 2017
    Date of site measurement: 14 August 2017
    Date of installation: 18 August 2017

    - SK Doors for bathrooms: Romax Industries
    Also found them online with several range of design selections for SK doors.
    Date of confirmation: 14 August 2017
    Date of site measurement: 14 August 2017
    Date of installation: 19 September 2017 (Delayed cos of ongoing reno..)
     

  7. Posted

    10 hours ago, Orrac1e said:

    Hi there! Congrats on the start of your reno journey!! We're also planning to do the taobao thing, I was wondering which shipping agent you'll be using for such large pieces? :D

    I'm still considering between Ezbuy (SGD2.99 + delivery tbc) or Fei Xing (RMB 460/cbm)
    With so many bad reviews from Ezbuy recently, I may most likely go with Fei Xing.
    Check out Facebook page Taobao Shopaholics & you'll see lots of reviews on Fei Xing by Sunny.

    (:

  8. Posted

    1 hour ago, Clarence Lye said:

    yess! buti can't visualise whether it will be too cramp. your area seems bigger than mine for the width between each side of wardrobe.
    i'm doing it without doors, so the depth of the wardrobes are 550mm instead of the standard 600mm.

    this drawing is roughly drawn by me.. ID havent sent me the 3d & accurate floorplan.. (:

  9. Posted · Edited by budgetmama

    2. Home Purchases (Taobao, Lazada, Carousell)

    I am a guilty shopaholic. But due to our tight budget, I had to resort to shopping on Taobao (love it), Lazada (Free shipping yo!) & Carousell (Mainly for good conditioned 2nd hand items)..
    Will update this post with more items as and when I'm buying more...

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    Taobao

    Toilet Mirror Cabinet, Basin, Tap, Cabinet Set 
    Size 80cm for Common Toilet & Master Toilet
    https://item.taobao.com/item.htm?id=536359486408&toSite=main
    large.595f538ee8113_WhatsAppImage2017-07-07at2_35_33AM.jpeg.2fd2662545666043a16459fc1d05f756.jpegJUST the Toilet Mirror Cabinet ONLY
    Size 100cm for Master Toilet
    https://item.taobao.com/item.htm?id=536359486408&toSite=mainlarge.595f538cb5f76_WhatsAppImage2017-07-07at2_36_14AM.jpeg.785b2cb324837e8bf92d7d79673b82ae.jpegBig Kitchen Sink in White
    https://item.taobao.com/item.htm?id=532925729569&toSite=main
    large.595f5388a4102_WhatsAppImage2017-07-07at3_02_38AM.jpeg.1831d5f97950f3c70fa1ff86bb0854ed.jpeg
    White Kitchen Tap With movable hose
    https://world.taobao.com/item/524580530564.htm?fromSite=main&_u=&//item.taobao.com/item.htm?scm=1007.11598.82837.0&pvid=0be4ed1b-7c01-4cb1-be12-17114154ee70
    large.595f538676a3e_WhatsAppImage2017-07-07at3_03_43AM.jpeg.dfd8755ffb5db2bc0518063689f8f7f6.jpeg
    Bath Rack (Common Toilet)
    https://world.taobao.com/item/530514119056.htm?fromSite=main&spm=a1z09.2.0.0.1f30a53f51Tp0l&_u=n2df1b7k2221
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    Bath Rack (Master Toilet)
    https://world.taobao.com/item/15553705939.htm?fromSite=main&spm=a1z09.2.0.0.1f30a53f51Tp0l&_u=n2df1b7ke85b
    T1_8YAXctiXXbw.pAY_024955.jpg_600x600.jp
    Toilet Roll Holder
    https://world.taobao.com/item/525497861598.htm?fromSite=main&spm=a1z09.2.0.0.1f30a53f51Tp0l&_u=n2df1b7k8146
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    Towel Rail
    https://item.taobao.com/item.htm?id=15553269513&toSite=main
    image.png.2605091263177076afcbc3902e6cf41a.png
    Tracklights
    https://item.taobao.com/item.htm?id=529402731832&toSite=main
    image.png.f7e7e0cce70fde28eea3a3fd15f418d4.png
    Feature Lights
    https://item.taobao.com/item.htm?id=549273906933&toSite=main
    image.png.89f26a526770a9226e30165775d1d9c2.png
    Dining Lights
    https://item.taobao.com/item.htm?id=549342581021&toSite=main
    image.png.2c27ef3dba18dc5b294b5d8b10cd98a0.png
    Foyer Entrance Light
    https://world.tmall.com/item/538254261876.htm?spm=a1z0d.6639537.1997196601.54.7be0196UjIBgE&id=538254261876
    image.png.4384e2d0bbf848c6b5dbd469ea65703c.png
    Round LED Light 
    https://item.taobao.com/item.htm?id=529774534494&toSite=main
    image.png.425a56c6d3d5918a8f77a53f46357881.png
    Kitchen light
    https://world.tmall.com/item/525211465749.htm?spm=a1z0d.6639537.1997196601.446.7be0196UjIBgE&id=525211465749
    image.png.faa4629520a7dffbf7fe162738cc2521.png

    Chandelier
    https://world.tmall.com/item/39572066909.htm?spm=a1z0d.6639537.1997196601.98.7be0196UjIBgE&id=39572066909
    TB2Jpn3qVXXXXafXpXXXXXXXXXX_!!2013478077
    Hanging Feather light
    https://item.taobao.com/item.htm?id=549816395944&toSite=main
    image.png.14d8748bf529e22b47eca99be2a8f1bf.png
    Hanging Grey Lights
    https://item.taobao.com/item.htm?id=550106766275&toSite=main
    image.png.8ae272b8bdd26318cc955338a7fccdf9.png
    LED Strip light
    https://world.taobao.com/item/529256785654.htm?fromSite=main&spm=a1z09.2.0.0.1f30a53fpWwc6m&_u=d2df1b7ka689
    TB2lmFEmpXXXXcGXXXXXXXXXXXX_!!657400637.
    52" Ceiling Fan with light
    https://world.taobao.com/item/551143127146.htm?fromSite=main&spm=a1z0d.6639537.1997196601.65.7be0196UjIBgE
    TB2MS0Ep9JjpuFjy0FdXXXmoFXa_!!91874787.j 
    Shower Mixer with shower head
    https://world.taobao.com/item/27263528341.htm?fromSite=main&spm=a1z09.2.0.0.2ed6e797iCYMYJ&_u=f2df1b7k181b
    TB2fAIpeFXXXXb1XpXXXXXXXXXX_!!527733091.
    Spray gun
    https://world.taobao.com/item/35886269870.htm?fromSite=main&spm=a1z09.2.0.0.61e938eef4ugo8&_u=52df1b7kf6e0
    TB2o44LrVXXXXbAXXXXXXXXXXXX_!!1641952837
    TV Wall mount
    https://detail.tmall.com/item.htm?id=544819446895&toSite=main&skuId=3448055911551
    image.png.e70ac6b3c5a4ec47c49886a6a76f926f.png
    Dual Curtain Rod
    https://item.taobao.com/item.htm?id=2707396254&toSite=main#detail
    large.595f5b604584a_curtainrod.jpg.6edd637a507d96ce5fc96264e46dc202.jpg
    Curtain Blinds
    https://world.taobao.com/item/15675091204.htm?fromSite=main&spm=a1z09.2.0.0.2ed6e797WktYpb&_u=g2df1b7k1341
    TB2Dv2nbpXXXXb_XXXXXXXXXXXX_!!890948708.
    L-shape Computer table
    https://world.tmall.com/item/520088096420.htm?id=520088096420&spm=a1z09.2.0.0.1f30a53f51Tp0l&_u=n2df1b7ka20d
    image.png.a52d809711c856402656915a9b5929a7.png
    Computer chair
    https://world.tmall.com/item/44452797614.htm?id=44452797614&spm=a1z09.2.0.0.1f30a53f51Tp0l&_u=n2df1b7kef49&sku_properties=13746149:43772405
    image.png.e3bb951c8e834795529cc97d60a824c1.png
    Table for service yard
    https://item.taobao.com/item.htm?id=540037053595&toSite=main
    image.png.1a24913d92938cbcbb3ef2c5b55eeed6.png
    Children Book & Toy shelf
    https://detail.tmall.com/item.htm?id=536732066458&toSite=main&skuId=3614172882540
    image.png.66f2b5ade46e4c247b63c3d9fa4df808.png
    Floormats
    https://world.tmall.com/item/20363328015.htm?spm=a1z0d.6639537.1997196601.314.7be0196cZroyG&id=20363328015&skuId=42381676437
    image.png.f71e72b79d8bcd52585b4fe95a9185d2.png
    Washing machine rack
    https://world.taobao.com/item/550956930270.htm?fromSite=main&spm=a1z09.2.0.0.14607397jQbCpW&_u=o2df1b7kd40f
    TB2kWtbzOpnpuFjSZFIXXXh2VXa_!!3280817867
        Kitchen Corner hardware
    https://world.taobao.com/item/18930847503.htm?fromSite=main&spm=a1z09.2.0.0.14607397XUfs3y&_u=o2df1b7k59ca
    T1Q2QXXiVkXXXXXXXX_!!0-item_pic.jpg_600x 
    Velvet Anti-slip hanger
    https://world.taobao.com/item/545090794231.htm?spm=a312a.7700825.1997196601.64.438ba71UkGcif
    large_hg1.jpg.a421f81c70f644fff26eb86569077b96.jpg
    Pants Clip Hanger
    https://world.taobao.com/item/526248322520.htm?spm=a312a.7700825.1997196601.1068.438ba71UkGcif
    large_hg2.jpg.40ade4c0445cadb32eaa33632017a35b.jpg

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    Lazada.sg
    EF EFCH6101HM Slimline Cookerhood 60cm
    http://www.lazada.sg/ef-efch6101hm-slimline-cookerhood-60cm-26583041.html?utm_source=Orderconfirmation&utm_medium=Email&utm_campaign=LineItem
    large.595f610c2436b_ScreenShot2017-07-07at6_22_35pm.png.fe2dcc3309cf987ff02a523562c3cf23.png

    Mistral Instant Shower Heater
    http://www.lazada.sg/mistral-instant-shower-heater-10115393.html?utm_source=Orderconfirmation&utm_medium=Email&utm_campaign=LineItem
     mistral-instant-shower-heater-1478247157-39351101-ef657f4078bab9b5c2ea7cdeeac2fe33-zoom.jpg.b2e679926e85ac2962190735d0e0cd5f.jpg
    Electrolux EMM2022MK 20L Microwave Oven
    http://www.lazada.sg/electrolux-emm2022mk-20l-microwave-oven-27000851.html?utm_source=Orderconfirmation&utm_medium=Email&utm_campaign=LineItem
    electrolux-emm2022mk-20l-microwave-oven-1495771774-15800072-7e05dfefc7013fcd647a7419ae3c6f0e-zoom.jpg.325db6de46a9f818d49fd2a4b72bfc29.jpg

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    Qoo10
    5 piece Ceramic Knife Set
    http://www.qoo10.sg/g/412265477/Q109740333
    787115410.g_400-w_g.jpg

    3 piece Chopping Board 
    http://www.qoo10.sg/g/444613662/Q109740333
    59d51f19e62b8_ScreenShot2017-10-05at1_19_07am.png.953fea645a23ca96a0be407c855b6987.png

    Retractable Mesh Safety Gate
    http://www.qoo10.sg/g/544345875/Q109740333
    814397393.g_400-w_g.jpg

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    Carousell (Not all are 2nd hand)

    (LIGHTLY USED) Ikea Bunk bed - For my helper & toddler(lower deck)
    large.595f62b7a189c_ScreenShot2017-07-07at6_29_45pm.png.4cc3a91956238374251bca3a59f3d73f.png
    (LIGHTLY USED) Sideboard 
    large.595f637da6853_ScreenShot2017-07-07at6_33_10pm.png.0d57c379d051298910f26bcc40ae526a.png
    (Used) Ikea Cabinets
    large.595f656b8c01d_ScreenShot2017-07-07at6_41_06pm.png.01f742579cc8a70f34d269fe13898a58.png
    (Used) Dining Table
    large.595f67d9a0147_WhatsAppImage2017-07-07at6_51_36PM.jpeg.c0adcb997d62e464d60c62cfe7d45ec4.jpeg
    (Used) Dining Chairs x 4 - in white
    large.595f67d7d19f7_WhatsAppImage2017-07-07at6_50_50PM.jpeg.4d4ec2a8b9a2422a00f69ccf0b05a041.jpeg

    (Brand new) Mattress Foam Single 5inch x 2
    https://carousell.com/p/102028512/
    httpssgcarousellcomfurnituregurusingapor

    (Brand new) King Size Divan Bed Base
    https://carousell.com/p/124529776/
    divan_bed_base__bed_frame__queen_size_15

    (Brand new) PVC Coil Long Door Mat
    https://carousell.com/p/104346088/
    long_door_mat_120_x25cm_1494214524_607d0

    (Brand new) Uniarm Door stopper
    https://carousell.com/p/23940929/
    highquality_sliding_arm_door_stopper_143    

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    Expo Furniture Fairs
    Lady Americana Contourpedic Support (Mattress Only) - King Size
    $2199
    image.png.33c83ab411a63174c1352c5e35921148.png

    Roman Delicooker Ceramic Cooker
    $1488
    image.png.0c2e421bd1a86403474b9c5cc1592ba5.png

     

  10. Posted

    8 hours ago, pandacel said:

    Hello neighbour! We are at Matilda Edge too but no news of our keys yet :~

    Cool! I just got notice only! 2nd block to get keys! (:

    5 hours ago, Clarence Lye said:

    we have the same master bedroom idea. haha. 

    its awesome right!? hahaha im so looking forward to my wardrobe!

  11. Posted · Edited by krissykissy

    1. Timeline, Floorplan & Renovation Plans

    Timeline
    Date applied: 01 October 2013 
    Flat Selection: 23 March 2014
    Signing of Lease Agreement: 08 July 2014
    HLE approval: 07 May 2017 
    PCD: End June 
    TOP: 6 June 2017 
    Key collection (submitted urgent request): 17 July 2017
    ----------------------------

    Original Floorplan
    large.sfloorplan.jpg.3befe90f5af45a0fdd2dcc803af89ab3.jpgPlans for renovation
    large.sfloorplan2.jpg.73af2be114d21d49f0fac5821d8f0be9.jpgRenovation Plans

    • Cement Screeding (Appeal from HDB)
    • Vinyl Flooring for whole house
    • Knock Kitchen Entrance Wall (Allow wider entrance)
    • Knock Partial wall between Master Bedroom & Bedroom 2 

    Carpentry, Glass & Plumbing Works

    • Full Height Shoe Cabinet between main entrance & Living/Dining Area (To leave door open for ventilation, yet still have our privacy)
    • Top & Bottom Kitchen Cabinets for Wet Kitchen (Includes area for Induction Cooker, Kitchen Hood, Sink & Tap)
    • Bottom Kitchen Cabinets ONLY for Dry Kitchen (Table-top space for Rice Cooker, Air Fryer etc...)
    • Tall Unit at Dry Kitchen side for Microwave & Oven
    • KompacPlus surface for both tabletop of Wet & Dry Kitchen Cabinets
    • Glass Backsplash for Wet Kitchen Area
    • Construct Curb at one side of service yard (For Dog toilet- install fake grass & Water spray to easily clean dog potty) 
    • Connect outlet pipe from under dog potty to flow into drainage on opposite side of service yard (share outlet for washing machine)
    • Install Sliding Window & Grills in Service Yard
    • L-shape Sliding Shower Screen (Common Bathroom -2 doors to allow more space in shower, convenience of showering kids & dogs)
    • Normal Sliding Shower Screen (Master Bathroom)
    • Small Built-in Wardrobe between Master Bedroom & Bedroom 2 (For hubby)
    • U-Shaped Walk-in Wardrobe in Master Bedroom (Dressing Table in middle)

  12. Posted · Edited by budgetmama

    I've always been envious of all the home owners who have a T-blog, sharing tips and inspirations of their nest. 
    After 4000 years of waiting... we're finally receiving our keys! <3

    :DShort info about us:

    • Punggol BTO - Matilda Edge
    • 4 Room Flat 
    • Mid 20s young couple (Hub is working full time, Mama is a SAHWM)
    • 1 toddler + 1 baking baby 
    • 2 Furkids

    With so much responsibilities (on the hubs), we have to build our nest based on a tight budget.
    Budget for Renovation: $25-28k (Excluding furnishing & Electronics)

    Since this is gonna be a big part of our happy memories together, I'm thrilled to start documenting every little details about it.
    To any readers, please bear with me! :P

    General Outline of what I'm planning to cover:
    1. Timeline, Floorplan & Renovation Plans
    2. Home Purchases (Taobao, Lazada, Carousell)
    3. ID Selection
    4. Key Collection
    5. 3D Drawings & Sketches
    6. Reno Progress
    7. Moving In
    8. Overall summary 

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