Welcome Guest ( Log In | Register )

Outline · [ Standard ] · Linear+

 Taobao Reno Shopping, Share your experience

views
     
luvox
post Mar 21 2016, 11:09 PM

On my way
****
Junior Member
626 posts

Joined: Oct 2009
QUOTE(burn81 @ Mar 21 2016, 10:46 PM)
can you translate the chinese version bro?
is it 67 yuan(which is around RM42.00??
*
It means same item, taobao sell rm42, but local official philips online store sell cheaper, rm 358.8 / 12 = rm 29.9 each. www.blipmy.com

Not everything cheaper in taobao, especially international brand stuff.

But china brand or no brand track lights, really cheaper at taobao
luvox
post May 5 2016, 04:44 PM

On my way
****
Junior Member
626 posts

Joined: Oct 2009
QUOTE(HL2712 @ May 5 2016, 03:29 PM)
Was browsing on taobao, and came across this smart switch system. It's one of those touch screen switch, which could be remotely switched on and off using the remote control or smart phone.

http://m.intl.taobao.com/detail/detail.htm...ns=1&abbucket=4

But I am a noob in wiring. Would it work in Malaysia ? I mean does the wiring differ in each region just like plug/socket?
*
It needs to pull neutral wire (black wire) to the switch socket, to power up this switch coz it needs power supply to function as switch. Our normal switch wiring is red to red for on& off.

I found out this smart switch late, after my house complete renovation. I will wire up this kina smart switches for my next house. Looks cool & for lazy ppl remote control via smartphone ^^

It can fit to our wall socket box, if not mistake it is call 86型。my house is using taobao dimmer for my edison light. Only china plug socket is different, dont buy china wall plug socket point.

This post has been edited by luvox: May 5 2016, 04:59 PM
luvox
post May 9 2016, 01:45 AM

On my way
****
Junior Member
626 posts

Joined: Oct 2009
QUOTE(kick ass @ May 8 2016, 07:36 PM)
TV console cum storage with sliding door. Really nice. Tempting to buy but concern bout the shipping and installation..  hmm.gif

https://item.taobao.com/item.htm?id=14987532117&toSite=main
*
It is very heavy stuff. Need to DIY assemble it. Should be ok if u used to assemble ikea stuff yourself.
luvox
post May 9 2016, 11:18 AM

On my way
****
Junior Member
626 posts

Joined: Oct 2009
QUOTE(tygoh @ May 9 2016, 11:08 AM)
For payment, normally which option you guys choose.?
*
Must sea freight. Expect waiting 20-30 days shipping time. Also expect rm 350 or more shipment fees.

This post has been edited by luvox: May 9 2016, 11:21 AM
luvox
post May 9 2016, 02:34 PM

On my way
****
Junior Member
626 posts

Joined: Oct 2009
QUOTE(tygoh @ May 9 2016, 02:01 PM)
I meant payment mode. Most use credit card via paypal or others.....I think there are additional charges like 3-5%
*
I use hong leong wise card, taobao under groceries exclusively for hongleong wise (not for other credit card), entitle 10% cash back. But this benefit cap at rm 100 maximum. This 10% return is alot better than agent topup, if u r good in math, u will know how good it is. Nothing can beat hong leong wise for taobao purchase
luvox
post May 9 2016, 06:27 PM

On my way
****
Junior Member
626 posts

Joined: Oct 2009
QUOTE(HL2712 @ May 9 2016, 04:12 PM)
Hi Luvox, does this involve buying directly from
Taobao (on products which provide direct overseas shipping) and not through the agent such as daigou, to be eligible for the cash back?

I have a wise cArd too! Haha.
*
Yup. Direct pay through taobao/alipay, there will be 3% credit card charge. If u do calculation, it is still way more better rebate return after standard exchange rate. Wise card must select groceries. Taobao under groceries. For transection below rm50. I will make it pending payment, then pay together once above rm50. Sometimes spend 1k on taobao, involving multiple items, i did multiple transction to fulfill criteria 10Xrm50 transections to entitlw rebate.
Can be addiction. U will buy bigger & bigger items or more & more luxury items at near supplier price xD
luvox
post Dec 5 2016, 07:31 PM

On my way
****
Junior Member
626 posts

Joined: Oct 2009
QUOTE(burn81 @ Dec 5 2016, 02:26 PM)
looking for kitchen cabinet accessories in ezbuy but a bit limited
saw some in taobao but unable to find the translation the pics..
Anyone can give idea?
https://world.taobao.com/item/16514359560.h...0.BJ7Bcs#detail

[attachmentid=8209011]
*
Get from ikea instead taobao. Ikea is less complicated n better quality
luvox
post Mar 6 2017, 11:52 PM

On my way
****
Junior Member
626 posts

Joined: Oct 2009
QUOTE(Xccess @ Mar 6 2017, 11:26 PM)
You are staying in KR2? Saw your washroom pix and they look very familiar.... laugh.gif
*
Ya, it is KR2. But rented out. Stay in Penang
luvox
post Mar 14 2017, 07:52 PM

On my way
****
Junior Member
626 posts

Joined: Oct 2009
QUOTE(lobster08 @ Mar 14 2017, 03:44 PM)
Bro, can share some details on reno and contact no? thx
*
Not recommended. In house contractor, more expensive than outside contractor. I took them coz no need reno deposit & i only ask them to do wall mirror, kitchen counter & plaster ceiling. Other is DIY

If not mistake these few things they charge me 10k. Cant remember d

This post has been edited by luvox: Mar 14 2017, 07:54 PM
luvox
post Oct 13 2017, 10:08 PM

On my way
****
Junior Member
626 posts

Joined: Oct 2009
QUOTE(yiyi87 @ Oct 13 2017, 06:38 PM)
has anyone bought mirror from taobao before? any shipping company/agent to recommend?

worry by the time it gets shipped here already crack doh.gif
*
Sea freight. I took the risk & i bought the mirror at price range that i can accept the fate if it really broken.
Attached Image Attached Image
luvox
post Oct 14 2017, 12:05 AM

On my way
****
Junior Member
626 posts

Joined: Oct 2009
Need electrical wiring. Not powered by battery. The build is simple. Behind is just bracket, heat pad to prevent fog & LED strip. Not like those local expensive one protected by board around the back. Can find bolen n see the buyers photo. I use my local logistic asiadaigou, to pick up at butterworth office. 3-4 weeks to reach. I bought directly from taobao ship to asiadaigou china warehouse.
luvox
post Oct 14 2017, 09:11 AM

On my way
****
Junior Member
626 posts

Joined: Oct 2009
QUOTE(yiyi87 @ Oct 14 2017, 01:33 AM)
do u inform the seller that the package is going to be delivered to overseas?
Thanks.. will try out asia daigou
so far only used sea shipment from ezbuy
*
Asiadaigou office is in penang. Sea freight is safer if u collect item at the office. Otherwise another risk if involve local courrier to send the item from penang office to ur house. There is addition local courrier charge if u dont spend above certain amount.
I think u better find ur local sea freight logistic service & collect item from the office.

Asiadaigou told me sea freight is safer to deliver fragile item coz they are handled with forklift & put inside big container. Air freight item is handled more rough, moving around & throw around conveyor belt, another time of rough handling by our local courrier, especially skyn*t. 😬

https://www.facebook.com/Asiadaigou/videos/858384570987036/



This post has been edited by luvox: Oct 14 2017, 09:34 AM
luvox
post Oct 14 2017, 09:22 AM

On my way
****
Junior Member
626 posts

Joined: Oct 2009
Attached Image
Iplush by goodnite 11 inches double posture coil mattress RM 699, shipping fees rm66. From lazada. Good deal.

Attached Image Attached Image
Taobao item. Glass pendant lights.

Attached Image Attached Image
Heavy solid wood table & bench. Taobao item. Chair different seller at taobao

Attached Image Attached Image Attached Image

Rain shower. HSK brand from taobao. Coated tempered glass, sliding door, shower screen from taobao. Damn heavy, need 4 ppl to carry. 😳
luvox
post Oct 14 2017, 01:33 PM

On my way
****
Junior Member
626 posts

Joined: Oct 2009
QUOTE(MoneyMaker prince @ Oct 14 2017, 10:53 AM)
may i know the rain shower and the shower head you get from which shower?

Is meant for hot and cold water?
*
U need to hire contractor to hack the wall to do repiping & get a storage heater. I use pex pipe.

【我剁手都要买的宝贝(HSK DieBadexperten隐藏式暗装恒温花洒套装超大吊顶天雨淋浴花洒),快来和我一起瓜分红包】http://v.cvz5.com/h.GSf5BN 点击链接,再选择浏览器打开;或复制这条信息¥UoDW0Up0EFT¥后打开👉手机淘宝👈
luvox
post Oct 14 2017, 01:52 PM

On my way
****
Junior Member
626 posts

Joined: Oct 2009
QUOTE(yiyi87 @ Oct 14 2017, 01:33 AM)
do u inform the seller that the package is going to be delivered to overseas?
Thanks.. will try out asia daigou
so far only used sea shipment from ezbuy
*
Yes. Inform seller u wana forward the item to overseas. I did ask them to add wooden bracket. I dont know my wooden bracket is added by logistic agent or seller 😂 Coz the seller dint reply after i ask to add wooden bracket & im lazy to confirm back.
luvox
post Oct 14 2017, 08:32 PM

On my way
****
Junior Member
626 posts

Joined: Oct 2009
QUOTE(weikee @ Oct 14 2017, 10:21 AM)
How's the quality of wood table? I really wanted to get one for my working desk. Now i temporary hack one using ikea solid worktop.
*
Heavy solid wood like those in some cafe. U can check them, i think all this kina table from taobao quality r almost the same. They call it ”iron art”, 铁艺 at taobao. Better dont get white color iron like mine, paint easily chip off & rust. It is better to get other design table leg that not go up to table surface like mine. Mine is table top is 8cm thick, damn heavy.

This post has been edited by luvox: Oct 14 2017, 08:33 PM
luvox
post Oct 16 2017, 12:42 AM

On my way
****
Junior Member
626 posts

Joined: Oct 2009
QUOTE(ladyfairyna @ Oct 15 2017, 11:43 PM)
Has anyone bought curtain rods from ezbuy/taobao? I was looking at ezbuy and didn't see where we can choose the length of the curtain rod. Is the length standard and maybe adjustable?

I am looking to buy a few rods of different sizes. E.g 10 feet for my living room and 5 feet for my bedrooms.
*
I bought directly from taobao & ship back via sea freight logistic. It is long time ago. 5 times cheaper than local. It is roman rod, some kina coated metal, bronze color. It comes with standard length & need to cut and joint yourself if too short. U let them know the lenght u want they will give u accessory to joint them. The two ends come with decorative attachment to put on. If u r not handy man, u need to hire ppl or ask ur family member to put on for u.Attached Image



http://e22a.com/h.GmxuXF
Found the link to the seller

This post has been edited by luvox: Oct 16 2017, 12:51 AM
luvox
post Oct 16 2017, 10:41 AM

On my way
****
Junior Member
626 posts

Joined: Oct 2009
double post

This post has been edited by luvox: Oct 16 2017, 10:45 AM
luvox
post Oct 16 2017, 10:44 AM

On my way
****
Junior Member
626 posts

Joined: Oct 2009
My logistic sea freight dont hv gst, even few thousand worth of items. It is under asiadaigou's 代理, not asiadaigou parent logistic company. I dont know how they work around with it. Parent company hv gst, its 代理 agent dont hv gst
luvox
post Oct 17 2017, 04:44 PM

On my way
****
Junior Member
626 posts

Joined: Oct 2009
QUOTE(lyc1982 @ Oct 17 2017, 10:59 AM)
no wonder...

third party agent already imposed additional charges in the form of agent fee
*
The official forward service at taobao is more expensive then 代运,logistic agent. There is no additional fees, coz transection directly with taobao seller. Shipment is to logistic agent warehouse address. Sea freight is cubic square, not by weight like official taobao forward service by lazada. I check with my previous sea freight history d, rate will be much higher if all my previous items shipped with taobao official forward service by sea freight (lazada) compare with 3rd party logistic agent sea freight by cubic square.
The one additional charge is 代购, purchasing agent. Usually ppl who lazy to deal with taobao seller or not understand chinese will use purchasing agent. agent help u to pay to taobao seller n u pay to the agent with additional service charge.

3 Pages < 1 2 3 >Top
 

Change to:
| Lo-Fi Version
0.0683sec    1.01    7 queries    GZIP Disabled
Time is now: 1st December 2025 - 02:33 PM