So just got my key on friday, right before New Year. Started my work on Sunday, there it goes..

19/1/2018
- Working on living room, next momento. First layer sky blue done..


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22/1/2018
- Finish up living room momento
- Completed Staging for altar


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23/1/2018
- Completed ceiling
- Installed lights for master rooms.



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3/9/2018

- Living room covered with plaster wall



- Platform for study area. Platform sticked with vinyl (floordepot)




I think that's all for my DIY, took me more than half year to repair and built. I didn't post smaller item as I don't think it's necessary here. There is one last plan to build a mini fish pond with water fall at my car porch but probably I would like to take a rest before continuing it.

This post has been edited by SheepGeeks: Sep 3 2018, 01:56 PM

Why the part you painted the skirting is gone?

Nice to see someone out there who does have the DIY spirit!

Btw, how much momento paint have you use for that patch in your picture?

ensure lots of tapes boss..tapes haha

I am also in the process of repainting my house. I think the prepping jobs and washing the tools are actually more tedious and takes longer than painting itself.

Do you paint the ceilings? Any tips to paint the ceiling better?

My suggestion, get a professional to do paint job. world of difference.

It is water based paint. You don't need to wash it everyday you use it. Since you are going to use it daily, just wrap the roller in plastic bag to prevent it from drying. Tie with rubber band of anything. This way is less tedious

What about the ceiling? Just use multi-fold ladder and make a platform. If not high enough, then no choice but move ladder bit by bit Otherwise use roller at the end of pole. It is tiring.

The fastest one is to use spray paint gun

Ganbatei!

Hi, previous owner removed it for their bed frame.

Thanks

This area required 1 sets of 1 liter primer & 1 liter luxury series blue and it's a very close call. The last swipes require me to squeeze all the remaining paint on my brush.

FYI, this area is approx. 2.2m X 2.8m.

professional you mean the banggla all in 1 worker?

if hire real pro, labor alone cost rm3k for standard apartment. not including paint.

Yeap, all 4 borders have taped. So don't worry..

Hi, I have no idea as well. Roller is not working on my old ceiling. So I painted my ceiling using 4" brush but so far only managed to paint 4 panels of 4' X 4' in 4 hours time.

The struggle is real man...

spray paint gun need alot of masking and alot of wastage on the paint. and needs well ventilated area. and you need to be close to the ceiling can't just stand on floor use roller.

how much is the set of paint for that wall? any tips how to get the pattern done nicely? how long you waited before doing the pattern?

also did you buy their special brush & roller?

This post has been edited by advocado: Jan 3 2018, 05:27 PM

Sir, when your bank account left Rm5k but you have to get the whole house done. How do you get professional?

I dismantle the ceiling fans, and replaced all the lights and switches myself. So far, I still have 3k++ budget.

Thanks for the tips about plastic bag. I did put the roller in an empty bucket, then cover the bucket with a damp cloth. The roller is still damp when I use it the next day, but somehow it didn't roll as good as previous day. I will try your plastic bag idea this weekend again. Still left living room and my master room to paint.

exkay, I employed, or rather, my contractor got me a so-called professional painter 5 years ago to paint my new house. The result was bad, but painter was already long gone before we can catch him. My contractor was only like, "ok la.. the painting ok lah, no need to call him back." There's still more than 50% of paint we bought for him, hidden in my store room. The guy didn't even use the primer we bought for him! He got plenty of paints on our floor that I have to scrap them up one by one.

Somemore, now I have furnishings in the house, no way I will let a painter paint. Painting the house myself is tedious, but satisfying when I look at the result. Plus, at a time like this when CNY is approaching, all the good painter will be taking big jobs already, and left the mediocre painters available.

This post has been edited by lowlowc: Jan 3 2018, 05:28 PM

Need more drillzpictures

I guess, it'll depend on the existing wall colour. Mine was light yellow, so I applied 1 layer of perfect white. After few hour, I apply patching layer to cover off all the remaining patches.

The next day, I apply 2 layer of primer (each layer must be dried before proceed another one) then followed by momento. Probably 1 day++ to get it done for 1 wall but it's really tiring.

They'll provide you the special hand brush for the effects. You should prepare 1 roller for the primer application.

This post has been edited by SheepGeeks: Jan 3 2018, 05:33 PM

Yes, I did my painting too but not all interior. Just did during weekend for many weeks

The house was already painted when you bought it right? There's no need to put primer on painted wall. Just straight paint with color of your choice. Obviously need to layer of paint or it will look patchy.

Haha, I am moving the ladder bit by bit and a bit difficult the apply the same pressure to the whole roller when craning my neck. Yes, I think I will buy a multifold ladder this weekend. Luckily, plenty of paint shops in my area.

hi, what is the reason you applied 1 layer of perfect white before the primer? the perfect white is not part of the momento set right?

the primer is what color actually? usually primer to me means just a layer to make the next layer stick. but for momenta primer = base color?

momento is the pattern part of the paint? how long did you wait before drawing the pattern?

how much did that wall cost you to paint?

Yes. At first bit by bit. Then stretch a bit. That's why pressure is uneven.

If multi fold is not high enough, then need two ladders and put a plank. However, be careful. Don't get lazy and try to reach out. Stay safe

Well, primer is in white colour but IMO, 1 liter is not enough to cover the existing colour, so it's better to cover it off first. It's not the same as ordinary white paint, it has rough surface upon dried off.

Primer takes like 1 hour to dry, so you can only apply after that.

Momento is just a special paint with glittering powder or white putty like mine. You need to paint it using cross method to produce the pattern with the custom paint brush.

For my luxury series, it comes with some small lump of white putty in the blue paint. Paint it using cross "X" method then after 30min use a flat card (provided by them) to press the white putty to produce the special white effect.

For 1 set of 1 liter for both primer & base, it cost me RM110. I bought that during PSM (Meru) stock clearance. So total is like RM110 + my perfect white, probably RM150~200.

the manual says do X method or the person told you? i've seen some samples go by "Rainbow" curve, i'm wondering how they do that? most shown in shops have the X pattern but i not so fancy prefer smoother patterns.

btw are there Momento with less rough surface but can still do pattern just after finish painting the surface is only slightly rough but not very obvious?

Thanks. Hopefully will finish before CNY since I am using weekends to do.

Gambateh. Please share the picture of your work once completed.

This post has been edited by lowlowc: Jan 3 2018, 06:09 PM

Manual said so and Nippon staffs taught me to paint it during the roadshow at PSM also.

The rainbow method is normally for the series with glittering powder. The concept is slightly different, 1 base colour + second layer tint with glittering powder. Example, red base colour then second layer is gold glittering powder. This series has lesser “texture”.

For mine, it comes with small putty lump inside the paint. So it will create rough surface with texture.

oic. price wise which one is more premium?

i prefer the glittering you mention.

the rougher surface makes dust easy to stick on and difficult to clean as the roughness may cause the cloth to stuck on it.

All same price, I bought 1 set of glittering one also. It's for another room.

I think you should get the catalogue from the shops, it has 68 pages, over 50++ combinations.

Enjoy dulu.. Later baru pikir how to clean it..

i have the book actually. just i forgot everything because it's so complex.

so to save on primer you used white paint 1st? if wall color is those yellowish white, also need white to cover up 1st?

have you done the glittering yet?

My advice is to use white paint first, the 1 liter primer not enough to paint 2 layers one. Only enough to patch up after you finish first layer.

Not yet, I'm doing master room now. Need to settle this room first before moving on. I can only do it during the weekend.

i c. so the shortage is the primer. the base coat & top coat is sufficient like more than enough?

No matter what series you're getting, you only supplied with 2 mediums. Either primer + colour or base colour + tint.

For my Elegant series that I posted, they only have 1 primer (white) + blue with special effect. I have another set which comes with purple base colour + teal colour tint.

It depend on how big is your wall, 1 set of 1 + 1 litre better not exceed 5m² or 53.8 sqr.ft.

will see. the color are standard right? meaning if i'm short i can just run out and buy more, not like custom mix if buy more end up different tone?

All colours standard one. Just make sure to paint the pattern from top, row by row or it will messed up.

if you want simple, try sancora, those are pretty straight forward to apply

This post has been edited by VeeJay: Jan 3 2018, 10:37 PM

looks not bad the 2 patterns on the right side. but really can achieve this patter?

is the texture rough or smooth after finish?

same like Nippon need 2 coats?

price wise compare to Momento how?

1st time heard this brand.

This post has been edited by VeeJay: Jan 4 2018, 12:11 AM

Use an extension pole with a paint roller.

You might want to tape the edge corner to get a straight line.

Use a small brush to touch up that roller cannot reach.

I also painted my house in momento..but i got the painter to do it...he said moving on he never wants to pick up jobs which requires momento painting cos its way harder and takes up lots of time.

Because contractor wants fast money, momento require lots of idling time waiting for each layer to dry and the application itself required more labour & skill.

Mr.Paint Shop is the full name or Mr.Paint Man?

Two different shops

http://mrpaintman.com.my

http://mrpaintshop.com.my

This post has been edited by Zot: Jan 4 2018, 09:31 AM

i'm asking the Mr.Paint that got 50% clearance is Mr.Paint Shop or Mr.Paint Man.

Looks like Mr.Paint Shop.

may i know how tall is your ceiling? is landed or apartment?

want to know for apartment are those long pole rollers enough or still should use ladder + standard roller to paint the ceilings?

My ceiling is around 2.8 - 2.9m height, depending on which area. I bought extendable pole at Mr DIY RM10.90 and it's enough. Problem is, if we paint the ceiling by standing on the floor and using the pole, it's hard to apply balance pressure throughout the painting. So, after painting, I can see the unbalance patch. This time, I want to repaint the ceiling by standing on a platform, so I can shorten the pole. Easier to apply balance pressure. But maybe it's just me, have weak arms. Pick a good roller.

Mine is landed, so I can't repaint the stair case area where the ceiling is too high and dangerous. Luckily the old color at this area is good, so no need to repaint.

It seems like in overseas, DIYer can usually buy a pod size sample of the paint so they can go back home, paint it and look at the result on their wall. Is this available in Malaysia? I forgot to ask this at the paint shop that day.

Most of the time, the color we chose won't turn out like what we see on the catalog, their visualizer apps and website.

if you are talking about uneven patch could it be you dipped too much paint in them? by right after you roll it should only give a thin layer of paint and you need to do 2-3 runs after the previous layer dried. if you applied before previous layer dried you risk peeling off the previous layer. and if you dip too much paint on the roller you get uneven surface on the areas you roll on right after the dip. so you have to like rub the roller around the edge of the bucket to get rid of excess paint. also reduce paint spilling on the floor (and yourself).

All done. Which is why my wall color is very balanced and nice, with and without pole. The ceiling is tricky.

Man.. talking about repainting.. it was a nightmare.. LOL.. painting the ceiling is like killing me off.. about 10 - 11ft height, and with just extension pole, my neck and back is totally gone at night time.

For my case, I have plaster ceiling. The shop recommend to use just normal base coat, the Nippon Matex. Cheaper alternative is Maxilite.

My wall I went for full white, by Nippon also, Vinilex EasyWash.

All the above, double coated for better coverage and durability. Walls were all sand-papered and wipe with damp cloth before apply paint.

Nippon Matex 18L - about RM 70
Nippon Vinilex EasyWash 18L - about RM 250

How about Nippon Perfect White for plaster ceiling?

No idea bro. I also just trust what their advice and proceed. Overall very satisfy with the color and finishing.

Based on the website, it says suitable for walls and ceiling. I think should be fine. Best is consult them in the shop. They could give better advice.

Nippon Perfect White

Oh, I am using Maxilite for ceiling, also advised by the paint shop. If using the mainstream paint, purse will bleed. I used Nippon last time for walls, so now, I choose Dulux Easy Clean, also around RM250.
How is Nippon Vinilex's smell? Five years ago, I use Air Care series, wah.. it smelled like overly strong perfume.

This post has been edited by lowlowc: Jan 4 2018, 07:06 PM

is perfect white matte finishing? plaster ceiling usually go for matte white.

It's matte, I used that for wall and ceiling.

mind i ask (again if i already did) how much are the perfect white per how many liter? are perfect white acrylic/water based and do you need to dilute them or straight paint out of bucket?

This post has been edited by advocado: Jan 4 2018, 09:50 PM

It's okay to ask.

20liters for RM260+ if I'm not mistaken. You may add some water, like 5~10% to dilute it for easier to paint.

Hmm.. the odour is not strong. If you didn't ask, I wouldn't recall there is any smell during and after the paint job.


You always can refer to their website. They even have instructions how to use and details on the dilution ratio.

yup, its Mr. Paint Shop

how to check when got discounts hehe.

lazada really hard to search due to their search engine.

*Updated thread for 6 & 7 January 2018 at page 1.

Working with long pole is tiring and strain your arm. Remember that we are not doing this as professional and not used to it

um. this is plaster ceiling or wood? doesnt look like you added any support other than the existing. can this tahan? i think will start drooping down as time goes by.

This post has been edited by hutazi: Jan 11 2018, 04:01 PM

Don't worry, the existing wood frame (2" X 4") is strong. I added few more support points for the ceiling board mounted to the frame as well. Each board (4' X 3') is secured with at least 8~9 screws.

bro just checking where you got the paints?

i just surveyed around seems some shops carry 5-7L paint how you find 20L?

Perfect White is around rm100 for 5L, yours 20 liters rm260 is very cheap.

maxilite 7L rm35

Easy Wash 5L rm100

Momento 1L rm120

i'm not sure which paint to use for matte white on plaster ceiling...

CSM Kota Kemuning, but better go Kedai Cat Boon Seng @ Klang.. I got a new momento there layer 1 5L + layer 2 1L around 180~190 only..

oh Klang abit far. anyone know how's the price for Mr.Paint?

I think plaster ceiling use the same paint as your brick/cement wall.

plaster ceiling is white. the walls are yellowish white. or you saying plaster ceiling should match color of wall? if like that the cost of paint will be very expensive as matte white is alot cheaper than wall paints. don't think they have matte yellowish white right?

I did not mean the same color but the paint type for the ceiling is the same as the interior cement wall paint. Just buy the pure white like this

https://www.lazada.com.my/dulux-18l-maxilit...0180116010213:s

If you're on budget, just use maxilite lo.. Most contractors and developer also using it..

i know, that is super budget. but how's the durability? will the paint come off after sometime like what we see in shopping malls especially the toilet?

also can you mix maxilite with more expensive paint? like 1 use for 1st coat another for 2nd coat? if yes better paint goes 1st or 2nd?

Actually i also got idea to DIY my house.. first of all will personally change the plaster ceiling then hack floor tiles and replace a nicer 1..

but.. time..

dont have time for it..

shopping malls issue is due to air con pipe condensation & humid in the toilet. They should use weather proof paint in the toilet.

My advice is paint only 1 layer with something more reliable. You'll break your back if you paint 2 layers

If you don't try or start, you won't do it forever..

Currently I'm like working 12 hour for 7 days to rush my deadline..

What you planning to do for this room, TS?

Tough to get the answer you want here as everyone has their own preference. Just make sure you clean your paint surface before applying new coat of paint, be it 1 or 2 layer.

For my scenario, mine is new house. I did plaster ceiling and contractor want to charge RM1500 for labour, just to repaint the whole house.

I feel the paint is dusty and clean it with a damp cloth, I believe I've left it to dry for at least 1 hour as I am cleaning other walls as well.
For plaster ceiling - 2 layers of Nippon Matex, matte finish.
For Interior walls - 2 layers of Nippon Vinilex Easywash, semi-gloss.

Before


After

what paint did you use to paint toilet plaster ceiling?

last time people say after done plaster ceiling have to water proof with 1 layer of primer then paint.

but now contractor all say after plaster dry just paint 2 layers of water paint. they say if you waterproof the plaster next time need to open up will be difficult. not sure how true is that?

you paint yourself? ceiling you just use extended pole with roller?

toilet plaster also use nippon matex?

how much you bought and how many liter per bucket for both wall & ceiling paint?

Why need to mix? Just go ahead use the better paint. The interior wall paint acrylic based also has matte finishing. The acrylic will prevent moist to the ceiling as this paint is washable type for wall

http://www.nipponpaint.com.sg/resources/paint-calculator/

existing plaster already painted. probably those cheap maxilite. so i ask can we mix paint by painting over cheap paint with better paint? will the paint still chip as the base paint is maxilite. if yes then no point using better paint.

also i was asking about how much he bought and how many liter per container. i notice if you buy 5L it's more expensive than 18L but not all shops carry the big containers.

looking for good place to buy. i only know people say Mr.Paint.

Ya. DIY with the helps from my brother and dad.

Toilet already comes with plaster and painted by developer. Did not touch them since did nothing.

18L for Matex - around RM 65-70.
18L for Vinilex EasyWash - around RM250.

Plaster ceiling area, Matex (applied 2 layers and still got left over)
Total area around 700 sqft.

Walls, Vinilex EasyWash (applied 2 layers and still got left over)
Total area should be around 1100 sqft.

Hope the figures do provide you some idea how much coverage for 18L paint. No dilute with water.

I would presume the cheap paint adheres just fine on the ceiling. So, if I coat with good paint on top of it, it will protect moisture from to seep through to the ceiling, thus should be okay and will last ling. If you leave cheap paint to expose over time it cannot last long but painting over it will make it last... unless you paint over the bad conditioned paint. I would say painting over the newly paint surface would be okay.

Starting this year 2018, official 18L ICI paint for 18L one increased by about RM30, I was told last week but I did not ask how much the 18L cost The 5L paint is around RM150. This is from small shop.

The Jotun paint is more expensive that ICI and Nippon, which are similarly priced. this was what I was told at authorized Mr. Paint distributor. They told me the 5L paint for ICI and Nippon is RM115.

Forgot to mention that these are interior acrylic based paint price.

This post has been edited by Zot: Jan 16 2018, 10:39 AM

Paint whole room, replace ceiling, replace all lights, seal window.. I still have other rooms and area to do.

Even the Nippon Matex also listed as Fungus resistance. So, I think it should have last you good for few years.

I guess TS must be a very strong man..

Damn tired and exhausting to DIY. But the great fun and achievement is just something cannot be describe by words.
Ofcoz, save $$$ is the main factor to me.
Anything can DIY then I just DIY. Salute to TS for DIY-ing all the stuff. Geng Chow!

I just checked with Mr Paint Shop Sdn Bhd, 18L perfect white RM230, contact Alec 017 7771738

Yeah, achievement is the best thing.. Cost wise, yes, you'll save but still rely on how you plan it because you might end up spending too much on product wastage or machinery investment to earn the knowledge and experiences.

I would say the machinery cost is probably less than labor cost

landed house of course you got time..

My condo.. weekend no renovation.. even knock a nail also.. 30min later security come to check..

Yes if you buy what you need only. Else, you'll end up buying it for 'interest' purpose.

So far, I bought 1 impact drill for screwing, drilling & small chisel only..