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 =)

useful home decoration & renovation tips

came across this page on facebook yesterday about home deco & i find it pretty useful, so want to share with you guys....

this page is really informative, some of the tips may not be suitable for us since not many of us will own a bungalow but other than that, there are some really useful tips....  things like how to place your rug, what kind of chair and table settings you can get, what kind of plants to get, etc... below are 2 of my favourite from that site...

colour scheme for your home

type of nails to use

personally i think the type of nails to use is very useful cause i always dont know what kind of fasteners to use.... as well as the colour scheme... really helpful.... do take a look especially if you intend to renovate your home.... have some basic ideas before engaging the contractors since most of the time they may not be very professional....