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电源开关插座设计Electrical Setting Out

Hey it’s me again! Let us back to some interior design tips again for this session. One of the most important aspects during renovation will be electrical point setting out as this is what affecting the loops of wiring system. Please look into some of the plans we shared below to have a better understanding. 🧐🧐
Firstly, for the lighting and fan point, as long as the number is sufficient, it shouldn’t be any big issue to the users. For further lighting design, it can be varied from person and budget. The next one would be socket points. Normally, we would set their height based on the purpose of usage. For example, it can be 300mm above floor, 600mm, 1050mm, 1200mm or even 2300mm and 2700mm above floor. 😁😁
300mm switch socket are normally the one we used in living room, bedrooms. They are like the typical socket used for phone charging, extension, vacuum usage, TV and more. Sound logic right! However, sometimes all of these 300mm socket outlet will designed as 600mm above floor when the unit is specially designed for OKU users. There is occasion whereby there is unit specially designed for OKU in an apartment. This height is definitely serves better ergonomic to them. 600mm height socket will also be used for oven in kitchen, whereby they are placed in the kitchen cabinet compartment, and the position can be different based on your kitchen cabinet design. ☺️😊
1050mm height sockets are special designed for appliances placed on countertop such as bread toaster, some baking machines and more. Light switches in pantry are also specially designed to be 1050mm height as we would not want the plug wiring to be suspended for too long. It looks messy and not user-friendly enough. Next, 1200mm socket will be used for appliances such as refrigerator and also washing machine in your yard. This would be a standard setting out suitable to all brands. Lastly, 2300mm height would normally use for hood point in your kitchen, while 2700mm height socket switch socket would be used for air-conditioning and even heater point in bathroom.
For the switches such as lighting, fan, air-conditioning and heater, we would normally set it to around 885mm to 1100mm above floor. Try to take a ruler and measure, this statement sound logical right! Haha! As a conclusion, this is why we say you have to plan well on how you are going to arrange your appliances, furniture layout in before wiring work is completed. Understand what is the purpose of the space, and leave a sufficient number of sockets outlets before everything is too late! Learn something today? Give us a like and share your comment below if you think the sharing today is helpful! 😍😍

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Concept of Setting Out Point

Every design serves its own purpose, and most of the thing start off with a setting out point. Setting out point refer to a reference point, whereby when you start constructing something, it is the place where you begin.
The first setting out point that I would like to highlight here will be tile setting out point. This is very important as it covers the entire area of your unit flooring. A typical tile size can be 300x300mm, 300x600mm,600x600mm etc. A good setting out point can reduce the wastage of tile as it avoids a lot of cutting work on tile at the end of the area. If you simply lay your tiles, you might meet the problem such as having a weird sizing of tile at the end. Just imagine what will the tiles look like if you lay in this way, explore more possibilities and consider if the option can allow the tile line to meet the tile line of another area, just like the interface between bedroom to bathroom. Have a look on the sketch shared below to have a better understanding! 🧐🧐

Secondly, setting out point of sanitary fitting in the toilet. We talked about the importance of ergonomic in this case, just like the electrical point height shared with you previously. A wash basin in the toilet is normally 850mm high from floor finish level. This is what we usually set for while designing. Dimensioning is so important during construction as everything is about coordination. You need to consider is the basin is aligned to basin inlet and outlet point. Where can I install the stopcock or angle valve? Normally, this stopcock and water outlet point is placed 550mm to 600mm above floor. How should I set the offset distance so that all the fittings look nice? 😀😀

Normally, for a head shower, we would set it around 2100mm to 2300mm high while the shower diverter can be 1100mm high. Now, you have to consider if there is any heater, what will be the chosen model? What is the sizing and how can I design it with the inlet? In that case, where will be my heater point, and can the shower head still aligned at the center of the wall? 😊

Next, ask yourself, should the toilet water closet aligned to the window, and will it looks better? Definitely, there is no right or wrong and it can be varied based on the bathroom layout. So, after setting out the WC position, what should be on my right or left? Normally, there will be a tap set at 600mm high on your right of WC, or even a hand bidet depending on design. There can also be a toilet paper with holder set at 750mm above floor on your left. Its all about design. Will there be any other possibilities, such as constructing a low wall with niche to place all the toilet paper, washing detergent etc. 😍😍
For additional information, normally bathroom or toilet of different floors are stacked from each other. This is because they would need to divert all the wastewater away directly from top to bottom. So, we would need access panel in order to service the floor trap or WC above, just in case there is anything happen. Access panel is also needed for you to service if there is any storage water heater tank above. Talking back to the setting out, yes access panel setting out is also important as you would not want something not aligned in your bathroom also right! Haha!!

Remember, planning is important, design is important and construction work with site adjustment are all important. Hope you learn something today!!

所有的设计都有它的目的, 而很多的施工工程都从一个Setting Out Point 开始。所谓的Setting Out Point 指的是一个起点，就如铺地砖，总需要一个设立一个起点开始铺。
基本的瓷砖的大小有300x300mm, 300x600mm,600x600mm 等等。一个好的起始点可以减少铺瓷砖时所造成的浪费。如果没有事先想好该怎么铺，最后你可能会发现角落边的衔接处很怪，甚至很难去把它填美。你需要在铺垫前事先做好几种可能性，以达到最好的效果以及让不同空间的瓷砖缝可以完美衔接起来。

第二，浴室内的卫生设备同样也需要Setting Out Point。洗手盆被安置在大约850mm 的高度。尺寸的测量是非常的很重要的。你需确保洗手盆的安装可以与Water Inlet Point & Outlet Point 搭配。那浴室里的旋塞阀该置放在哪里才好看呢？有时，我们会置放在洗手盆下，又或者是在检修口旁。若在洗手盆下，置放的位置大约在550mm 至600mm 的高度。至于花洒，我们会设置在大约2100mm至2300mm的高度，而开关口则在1100mm的位置。两者必须平行摆放才美哦！如果有热水器，我们则需要思考热水器的牌子、大小、摆放位置、热水器插座的设计该如何等等！再来，马桶的摆放也会因厕所的设计而决定。在马桶的左右两侧，右侧会有600mm高的水龙头，又或者是Hand Bidet，而左侧则会有750mm高的厕纸架。这一系列的设计都是方便用户的使用。我们也可以考虑壁龛的设计来置放这些用具等等！

事先的设计再根据实况做出微调整以达到你要的效果。希望今天大家都有所收获，了解尺寸以及测量的准确性在浴室里是格外重要的！

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楼梯设计细节 Staircase Design Tips[/B]

家里的楼梯设计，有什么基本的细节要领须知呢？说到底，一个合格的楼梯一定要符合人体工学。在抬起腿时是否方便决定了踏步高度，而楼梯格的深度则必须要容纳脚掌的大小。
当然，在设计学里也有一定的规则，踏步深度与高度往往是有基本的尺寸根据。一个合格的楼梯深度至少是255mm, 高度则为160mm 到180mm 之间。楼梯的宽度通常会设立在1000mm 到1200mm, 以方便两个人同时使用。

除了基本的踏步，每个阶梯之间总会有所谓的Landing。这个landing 是让你有一个“喘息”的空间，也许不是每个人都能一次性上完一层楼高对吧，毕竟设计还是需要考虑到所有用户的使用性。当然这个landing 的大小也必须和楼梯的宽度相同即可。

楼梯的设计选择多样化，有些喜欢基本的混凝土阶梯，铺上瓷砖再搭配简单的把手即可。有些则喜欢悬空的感觉，利用钢材作为主梁，钢铁结构显得更为轻盈，然后再提供楼梯下方一个空间去做些装饰和摆设。若有预算，其实楼梯墙上，我们可以安装一些摆设灯点缀一番，或是在踏板底下安装一些隐藏灯，让空间氛围感提升！

说到扶手，其实扶手的高度也有相应的要求，通常设置在1000mm 的高度，以防止摔倒的事件发生。扶手的设计可多样化了， 有使用基本的钢制扶手，也有精美的钢化玻璃设计！这一切取决于你的预算和想要的设计。下期的分享，我们也会和大家说说扶手的安装方式，让你对施工有一些认识！
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To design a staircase with its railing, what are the design tips that need to be considered? A staircase must be able to serve its initial purpose, and with a good ergonomic. When we lift our feet, the riser height should be in a standard height to allow users to get a smooth movement. In terms of depth of tread, it should be able to cater the size of human feet.

There are rules and regulation to follow while designing as it involves the safety of users. Normally, the minimum depth of the tread is 255mm as per uniform building by-laws while the riser height should be in between 160mm to 180mm. The width of the entire staircase should set in between 1000mm to 1200mm to allow two users to use at one time.

Furthermore, there is also landing in each flight of staircase. This landing allows you to stop or rest in between two flights of stairs. Design should be relevant and suit to the user usage right. It is impossible to let the user to run through 20 steps continuously without a proper intermediate landing, and of course, the landing width must be same with the width of your staircase. This is what we know as the turning radius.

The design of staircase can be varied. Some might like simple concrete steps with final tiling as floor finishes and suited with simple metal railing. Some would prefer to have steel structure serves as the main support, which makes the entire staircase looks lighter. With the extra space below, you can create a space with some planting decoration. If you have more budget, you can consider installing some wall lights at the staircase or even strips lighting below each step of staircase to serve as an ambient lighting.

Talking about the railing, each of the railing has a minimum height to follow as well. Normally we would set it at around 900mm for safety purposes. You can choose to have simple metal railing, stainless steel, glass railing with metal support or even frameless glass railing. All these designs depend on your budgetary parameter. In our next sharing, we might share with you some of the installation method for railing, not only for staircase but can be used as a railing for your balcony as well. Hope you learn something today!

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Installation of Metal Railing and Glass Railing

We talked about the staircase and railing topic in our previous discussion, let’s talk in detail on how to proceed with the installation of metal railing & glass railing.
Some of the tools and equipment needed here would be measuring tapes, markers that can be used to mark on site, welding machine, laser, drill and coring machine, hammer etc. I would say the installation of railing require skilled worker as this can involve a lot of measuring, cutting and welding work. The more precise you are, the better the workmanship, the better the quality it can be.

We would need a prelim design on how the railing should looks like. After deciding on the sizing of the baluster, top and intermediate rail, we should proceed with the cutting work of the steel based on the shop drawing. Based on the approved design and installation method, one of the way is to core on the flooring (eg: on tile) to space out an empty space for you to insert the baluster post. I would say the spacing of each baluster should be very consistent. The maximum distance between two balusters is around 1200mm. So, between three to four steps, there will be one baluster post.

In terms of design wise, each of the baluster should be placed at the center of the steps. Just then, you can start to weld the top rail and infill steel members together and scrub the welded portion by using grinder or sandpaper. Full weld on joint is necessary to assembly each parts securely. There are actually a few ways to install railing, and it depends on what area you are using for. For typical flight of staircase outside whereby the floor finish material is cement screeding. The installation work is firstly done by anchoring the baseplate directly to the base concrete steps, followed by welding the baluster to the baseplate. Sometimes, the railing can be prefabricated in factory and after each flight of railing is done, they are sent for painting work or galvanizing work before installation on site. The final welding work for the connection elbow must be done on site. However, prefabrication work is not a must, and the welding work can still be done on site directly. Please take note that the installation of railing should not be restricted to staircase only, you can apply the same method as well to your balcony railing as well.

For the glass railing, they would need a bottom capping and a setting block to secure the glass. Finishing up with silicone sealant and top capping, the glass railing is done. We would need to look into the glass properties and color when selecting the glass as it can create different effect to the design. Let’s talk about how different types of glass can be chosen in our next sharing. Stay tuned.

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#construction #1utamashoppingcentre #workinprogress

Wah!! Wahh!!
不晓得大家还记不记得小编分享过的Memorie Cafe 呢？这所位于1 Utama Shopping Centre 的分行，装修工程自10 月28 号起便马不停蹄地进行。团队们都打起十二分精神，只为了把最好的作品呈现给雇主。终于啊啊， 我们在 26 Nov 正式完成啦。💓💓
大家是不是也和小编一样很期待呢，那就不要错过接下来的作品影集哦！👍🏻💪🏻

Wahh!!
Do you still remember the Memorie Cafe shared earlier? Yes!!! The branch located in One Utama Shopping Centre has been completed. My Maison Design & Build Sdn Bhd and the team have been working hard since 28 Oct for the exciting renovation project, just to serve the best quality for out client! Finally, we are proudly to announce that the entire project is done on 26 Nov. 💓💓
Are you guys excited with the outcome? Dun miss out our project photos and videos soon. 👍🏻









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哒哒！万众期待的Project Photo 终于来啦！
位于 1 Utama Shopping Centre, My Maison Design & Build Sdn Bhd 耗时将近一个月的时间，终于把最好的作品提交给顾客啦！
同样的设计风格，却可以让每间分行呈现出独特的风味，Memorie Cafe 在设计这点绝对是值得赞叹！每个空间的设计都做好了规划与主题搭配，再加上 My Maison 团队的手工，这场工程绝对是小编引以为傲的一项作品！🔥🔥🔥
想要寻找专业的装修团队，不妨私讯我们一了解更多详情！

Tadaa!! One of the most exciting project is finally here!
Located in One Utama Shopping Centre, My Maison Design & Build Sdn Bhd managed to complete the renovation project within one month time, and successfully hand over to our beloved client on time!
Same design concept and elements but somehow being able to create different specialty for every outlets, it is definitely a must to provide thumbs up for Memorie Cafe! With their own zone planning, every spaces are well integrated. Thanks to the effort from the team, this is definitely one of the great project for us! 🔥🔥🔥

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Anti-Termite Treatment & Damp Proof Membrane Work

I am pretty sure that most of you had heard about anti-termite treatment, but do you know how they are done during the construction stage? The way of applying anti-termite treatment is providing approved chemical barrier to the soil in contact with the building. This is one of the critical works need to be done to the substructure work.

Normally, the anti-termite chemical is applied to soil next to the column stump, ground beam, soil below slab, apron etc. The soil to be treated need to be levelled and compacted firstly, and the application should be done on hard surface of hard core or sand binding before the casting of concrete. The anti-termite treatment will not be conducted before or after the rain. Power spray method is used to drench the entire soil surfaces. Once being treated, the soil will be covered with polyethylene sheet to avoid sun heated and rain wash. Casting of concrete should be done within one day after the treatment. Professionalism needed in the treatment work as this involve the usage of chemical. Thus, licensed is needed.

Next, we would share about damp proof membrane work, which is also important to prevent the rise of moisture or damp through the structure flooring into the internal. DPM is installed below the ground concrete floor to stop the moisture which originate from the underground. According to JKR, there is actually a requirement of thickness, weight and tensile strength to follow. While laying two membranes, two pieces of DPM shall overlap over each other at both ends. Lastly, cover the DPM with protective layer of screed as soon as possible. Care must be taken to avoid the DPM from damage.

I would say a lot of small details need to be taken care even though they might look nothing. However, they are so important as they prevent unnecessary issues from arising in future. Save this post and consult your contractor in future. You might need it for your bungalow or any small-scaled project. Stay tuned for our next sharing!

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Door Frame Installation Work Within Provided Structural Opening (Part 1)

You might think that the installation of door is easy, but is it as easy as you think? However, there are still many details you might not know, starting from the selection of the door frame & door quality to the on-site provision of the structural opening and further related to the reinforced concrete wall or brickworks done on site.

Let us narrow down our topic today, starting from the wall where the openings are provided. Have a look on the photos shared with you today, the “voids” you see are where the openings located. In this project, the walls are mainly erected with brickworks. In terms of stability of the wall, a reliable contractor will provide stiffener in between the brick wall every 3m apart for both horizontal and vertical direction. Simple way to say, brick wall can never be strong and stable if they are extending all the way from end to end without something in between to hold on.

Structural opening is the provision of extra space for the door / window before to be installed on site. The extra tolerance is to provide more flexibility while installing. Finally, the gap will be filled up with mass concrete to give a neat interface. Next, do you realize that there is also rc placed on top of the opening? Yes, it is known as lintel, a supporting structure for the door / window to withstand the force coming from top. They are so important in diverging the load away. All of the information shared with you are some of the basic to know and finding yourself a reliable contractor is so important!

With this, we can now proceed to the installation of door / windows. Do not worry about whether you are using metal frame or wooden frame for your door, or even worry that will it be very troublesome for the installation of aluminum extrusion. You just need to know that everything can be done! In our next part of sharing, we will talk more about the details in door frame, door panel and their installation method. Stay tuned!

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Data Centre Kuala Lumpur – Concreting Work

Date Centre @ Kuala Lumpur, one of the most recent commercial projects out team had done in 2022. Let me introduce to you some of the fundamental works in this project. 😇 😇

In a basic construction project, RC or concreting work is a typical practice for us. Traditional formwork is used to cast any RC elements. From the site photos shared, you can clearly see how we use the abundance of timber and plywood to form the shape we want it to be. To achieve a great outcome, we set out the locations, center line and levels for formwork along with the reference line. Just then, we coat the formwork surface with form oil to prevent the concrete from sticking to the timber plank. Once all the formwork panel is done, we erect the formwork with sufficient props and struts, bracing and support and ensure that it can withstand the pressure resulting from placing the concrete later on. Sealing of the formwork gap is important to prevent leakage of cement grout.

Before inserting any reinforcement, bar and start concreting, verticality check and squareness of formwork must be checked. Based on the approved schedule, reinforcement bar is cut to the required size and bend to the shape required. The steel bars are arranged with spacing and tied with wire strands before placing them into the formwork. 😁😃 All rubbish, chippings shall be removed from the interior of the formwork before concrete is placed.

We can finally start concreting with the approved design mix. Start concreting from a fresh location or a construction joint and continue up to the next construction joint / to completion. Compact the concrete with mechanical vibrator to ensure that the concrete is placed into the corners of structural members. After the concrete is set, apply curing compound which helps to reduce the water or heat loss in concrete to create an ideal condition for concrete to set.

Looking into the site photos, these will be their outcome after the formwork is strike off once the concrete has developed sufficient strength to support itself and resist surface damage. A great looking RC are finally formed. Hope you enjoy our sharing today!! Leave us a 👍🏻 if you love our workmanship. 👏🏻 👏🏻

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Toilet Cubicle Installation

Have you ever heard about phenolic panel before? One of the simple examples of it will be the application of toilet cubicle in shopping mall complex. Phenolic board is also known as High-Pressure Laminate (HPL), which is a highly resistant architectural panel made of natural core material layers (Kraft paper layers) and impregnated with phenolic and melamine resin which are then compressed under high pressure and heat.

Today, we will share about the installation of toilet cubicle with you. Attached photos are taken from one of the completed projects done by My Maison Team We completed the phenolic panels installation, vanity top, sanitary wares and more. However, we will be more focusing on the phenolic board application for today’s topic.

Let me share with you some of the features of phenolic panel. Suitable to be used at wet area, phenolic board is free from rot, mold, and corrosion. It is tough and has a high degree of resistance to scratches. As the phenolic panels are all readily supplied from factory, it allows a quick construction system to happen, and with great flexibility as well. As they are non-porous, HPL phenolic panels are moisture resistance. 👏🏻 👏🏻

For this project, once all the Tiling works are in order, site measurement of each door and panel can be taken. Fabrication of panel is then done according to the site provision/condition. Pieces of phenolic panel are then transferred to the site for our team to start installing. As the phenolic partition and doors installation are the last trade for the entire works in the toilet, we always ensure that ceiling, tiling, sanitary wares, vanity top installation are all completed first before phenolic board work can start. 😁😃

It is a very direct process by securing the door panels aluminum door frame with hinges, door lockset, coat hooks. Clear all the debris that left over the area after the installation. We checked the condition of phenolic boards as usual to ensure that no chipping / dents occur. Observe the condition and rectify any defects if there is any. Visually, we observe the panel colour to ensure that they are consistent, followed by ensuring a smooth door opening and lockset opening.

I hope you get to know more about this material after today’s sharing as phenolic board has such a broad range of application in various industries nowadays. Don’t forget to save this tread if you think that this can beneficial you in future.😇 😇

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𝐌𝐞𝐭𝐚𝐥 𝐑𝐨𝐨𝐟𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐃𝐢𝐬𝐦𝐚𝐧𝐭𝐥𝐢𝐧𝐠 & 𝐈𝐧𝐬𝐭𝐚𝐥𝐥𝐢𝐧𝐠

Metal roofing dismantling and installing work require workers' attention towards the detailing. Dealing with roof detailing are important as to prevent leakage/unwanted collapse from happening due to insufficient support. We always ready to consult the roofing specialist/ supplier on their product's pros and cons, types of roof profile availability, their colours and more. So in today's topic, we are going to share with you one of the past project we had just completed in 2022.👏🏻 👏🏻

Although it is a simple two-sided pitched roof, it is also quite challenging due to its large coverage area. We have to ensure that the roofing is able to withstand with the wind forces and its ability to drain all the rainwater efficiently to both end's gutter using suitable roof gradient. So if u as a client, try a have a great discussion session with your contractor. See whether they provide insulation, any aluminium foil etc. How do they minimise the heat from passing through the roof to internal space? How do they ensure noise reduction? How big is the gutter drain provision? Is the size given enough to cater the rainwater during heavy downpour? How to deal with connection details? These are some of the items to take note.😇 😇

Besides, it is very important that the roof battens are sufficiently fixed to the rafters before any roofing panels can be directly installed to it. The spacing between each roof trusses has a certain standards to follow as well. When installing the metal roofing panels, what kind of roof sealants are used at each junction to properly seal the roof?

We all knows that is it impossible to install roof at only one big piece. Every sheets are cut to length in the factory and directly installed on site. This minimise the site-work. While installing, how we walk on the roof to avoid damage to roofing itself is also one of the skill to take note. Experience is the key! It is definitely not an easy job.

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𝐑𝐞𝐭𝐚𝐢𝐥 𝐒𝐡𝐨𝐩 𝐑𝐞𝐧𝐨𝐯𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐏𝐫𝐨𝐣𝐞𝐜𝐭

Welcome to our real project sharing session once again. Today will be a very special case for My Maison as our Mr. Owner requested industrial concept as his design intention for this shop renovation project. Industrialise design concept is all about raw and unfinished look to design material. High workmanship from the builder is required as the raw bricks with mortar itself will be the final finish/ appearance. There will no touch-up using render/skim coat to give a smooth plane of finishes. 😇 😇

This warehouse look design emphasize a lot on "raw" and "natural". Exposed pipes and ducts is one of the signature element whereby people always try to conceal them under ceiling. It is a different beauty as compared to other concept of designing. There is no need to provide ceiling as we appreciate the beauty of exposed beams, ducting and pipes under the concept of "inside-out". By using simple cable trays support, the electrical cables can placed on it more neatly, with magnetic track light to lighten up the space. 😁😃

Aluminium fixed glass and swing door allow more natural lighting into the area. I believe that most of you would be curious about what are the items that need to take note on this topic. How do we actually conduct the works and what are the items that we can actually play with in terms of design. Stay tuned on our next sharing which I will share more on aluminium glazing topic!! 👏🏻 👏🏻

Hi, looking for ideas on masterbedroom layout and open for suggestion.
Attached is my current layout and wanted to seek for any idea on better positioning the furniture.
Terrace house master bedroom (size: 22 x 21).

View from door:


View from PC table:


View from balcony door:

I’d rather have a smaller bedroom than work in the bedroom. Many ID and feng shui masters have come out to say that working in the bedroom is not ideal and brings about a different energy to your resting space. If you work from home often enough then it really is discouraged. If you have no choice, I’d try to partition or silo off the work area.

This post has been edited by Cavatzu: Feb 17 2023, 06:05 AM

My parent will stay with me hence no other quiet place to work. Partition will block my window view and makes the room very small. I guess will just go with this for now and move in first to experience for a while first.

U might need to consider the placement of your aircond. What is the mounting height of your ac and does it looks good with a slightly lower ceiling in your working area?
Same goes to your tv position. Is there any better way to place your tv as your bed is not directly infront of your tv.

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If you have never purchased a wooden door before, you likely have no idea on how many different options can it be? So, in today’s topic, we are going to share with you the different types of doors you can select from, in order to choose the best within your budget parameter by comparing on their pros and cons.

Solid-core timber door is a wooden door that are filled with wood or wood composite materials /engineered wood filler inside. It is different as compared to hollow-core timber door whereby it is infilled with honeycomb of cardboard in between the frame. Both of the door type are finished with a thin layer of veneer to give a beautiful wood appearance.

Solid-core timber door can provide better sound and heat insulation as compared to hollow-core as the core are more “packed”. It is much heavier and give better security than a hollow door. It is also more damage resistant. It is also more expensive as compared to hollow door.

However, this doesn’t mean that hollow-core door is worse. It is more economic to use hollow-core door when the areas do not need to sustain any heat or even require sound suppression. Furthermore, due to its lightweight properties, it is much easier to install. I would say it depends on your need, and this determines which kind of door to use.

After deciding on the “core”, we have to decide on the finishing layer of the timber door. Both sides of the door can come with plywood finish or any other particle board/ fiberboard. Plywood is actually made by gluing together a few layers of wood veneers to form a strong, not easily warped wood panel. Normally for the interior door that are in painted finish, wood appearance is not important as they will be covered up with paint at the end. Plywood is a good choice of selection for use.

However, if you intend to have wood finishes on the surface of your door, veneer (a thin slice of wood) with thickness around 3mm is needed. They are glued together with wood panel such as particle board/ MDF/ HDF to give a natural and decorative edging to your wooden door.

I hope you have a better idea on how a timber door is produced after our sharing today. You might be curious about whether is it suitable to use plywood at wet areas such as bathroom or door for exterior use? We might share with you more in future.

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Hi everyone, welcome back to the sharing session again! Do you know what is ironmongery all about? Do you know that each of the ironmongery has their own specific function and without them, the function of a door can never be complete.

So, what is included in the family of ironmongery? The most basic one is definitely the door hinge. I will not go into too detail on their sizing as it is quite standard. However, some tips to take note is to ensure that the number of hinges being used are sufficient to cater the weight of the door. Normally, 3 nos of stainless steel door hinge would be good enough for a 2100mm high door. Anything more than that might need 4 nos per door leaf.

Secondly, let’s talk about what kind of mortise lock is available in the market? For your information, each of the mortise lock has their specific function, suitable to be used at different scenario. Firstly, the mortise sash lock that comes with key and thumbturn cylinder. Sash lock is a lock that has a latch and bolt to open and close the lock. They can be locked with a key from both sides. The latch is operated by a door handle with the key hole covered by an Escutcheon.
Secondly, a mortise deadlock. A deadlock is a lock that is permanently shut after you locked it. It does not have any latch. Unless you open it with a key, or else it will remain shut all the time. There is also another kind of latch known as mortise passage latch. This is normally used at common area where there is no need of locks at all. For example, in your big office corridor or fire staircase whereby you want to have a door to split the two spaces but you do not want it to be locked.

Last but not the least, instead of having a mortise lock that can be opened from both inside and outside, what can we do if we are using it for bathroom area? Isn’t it weird if it can be opened with a key from the outside? Thus, the lever handle used for bathroom door is different from other areas. The tubular lever privacy for bathroom can be locked or unlocked by thumbturn cylinder from inside only, or if there is any emergency happen, emergency key can be used from the outside. In the contrary, a typical lever handle can be locked and unlocked by key outside or thumbturn inside.

As a designer/user, instead of only looking of their functionalism, their door handle profile is also important as it affect the looking. Thus, always look for more alternative supplier and compared their features. Choose the one you think is the best.

hi bro.

looking for contractor to do some wetwork including wiring/plumbing/minor brickwork/touch up & painting/plaster ceiling modification

my unit is a subsale terrace, can i ask about relocating lighting and adding pelmet to the existing plaster ceiling? is possible right, i dont want to take down the ceiling