renovation part 5: cabinets

*back dated entry*

finally we are at the fixing cabinets stage!!! normally this is the final step of your renovation.... initially i didnt intend to get any custom made cabinets but after being psycho by mama for so many times, i decided to just go ahead..... honestly, build in cabinets are more useful & economical in the long run since you get to make full use of the space.... but if you are on a tight budget, getting those ready made cabinets from the stores will be just as good.... for our unit in trivelis, the kitchen, toilet & bedrooms cabinets were all done for you... but of cause, those are not sufficient = you will need to create more storage space.... i engaged a carpenter recommended by mama whom was referred to by her neighbour....

Wood productions
8 Kaki bukit Ave 4
#08-44
Premier @ Kaki Bukit
S(415875)
Tel: 6341 6198
contact person: carpenter =  9661 0135(hp)

the guy didnt give us his name but just ask us to call him carpenter cause he said we wont remember anyway..... I agreed with mama that this carpenter is one of the few honest renovation guy.... he will think what's best for you & give you useful suggestions... his price might be slightly more expensive than other agents but it is worth it to pay a little bit more for his services.... another good point about this carpenter is that he & his staff are really punctual!!! another bonus point. ....let me share his work....

cabinets parts

"barrier" cabinet at entrance

study

bedside cabinet

master bedroom cabinet

small shelf in guest room

i wont say his works are excellent but at least of above average standard..... after the carpenter came down to take measurements & you confirmed what cabinets you want to make... it will take about 2 weeks for him to prepare the material & depending on how many cabinets you are doing, he may take more than 1 day to fix them up.... mine took about 1.5 days to finish everything.... he charged a total of $4100 for all the carpentry work.... i would say that's a reasonable price..... one interesting thing is that his policy is that he doesnt take deposit, he only collect payment when everything is done.... i was quite surprised when i heard that since all the companies required a deposit before they start work.... hence, i STRONGLY recommend this carpenter!!! do engage him if you are interested in getting some carpentry work done =)