Expandable table from 50cm to 200cm!

Expandable table from 50cm to 200cm!

Posted by Benjamin Thong on Sunday, November 20, 2011 in table,

I love this, out of the way while still functional in it's shortest width, yet expandable to support the big family meals.

Byblos from Sicea




Available locally from Smootree

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Barcelona Chair

Barcelona Chair

Posted by Benjamin Thong on Wednesday, November 09, 2011 in chair,

We love it

http://www.barcelonachairfactory.com

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Remote controlled Multi-colored LED Lights

Remote controlled Multi-colored LED Lights

Posted by Benjamin Thong on Thursday, October 13, 2011 in light,

saw someone on renotalk mention Lumier3, costing $400 each.

Basically it's much like the following cube from LedWorks.sg. It doubles as a stool/table, awesome.



Of course, there's always a cheaper DIY option from ebay :P

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Fight the heat! Smart Films and Solar Blinds/Films

Fight the heat! Smart Films and Solar Blinds/Films

Posted by Benjamin Thong on Friday, October 07, 2011 in blinds, solar,

LRT-like smart glass, except this is a film that can be installed onto any existing glass :)
Google for "smart film"
http://www.livingalife.sg/products/privacy_panel.php

But that needs electricity to toggle. Good for indoor open toilet concept. But for windows and balconies? There's the following alternatives:

http://www.windowcool.com/product_l-solar.html
http://www.windowcool.com/product_m-foil.html
http://www.huperoptik.com/en/architectural/residential.aspx
http://shieldshade.com/products.html
http://www.miracool.com.sg/index.html
http://www.sun-x.com.sg/products.html
http://www.greenbank.com.sg/index.htm
http://www.sunscreen.com.sg/main.html#/Products
http://www.coolnlite.com/Features.htm

3M Solar Films:
it seems the 3M prestige 40 is good.
http://solutions.3m.com.sg/wps/portal/3M/en_SG/SG_RE/Home/Products/Residential/WindowFilm/Prestige/

http://jestac.com.sg/3m_prestige_window_films.php

or

Danny Ong

DS Specialty Services

381 Bedok Road
Changi Complex
Singapore 469554

Tel: 6243 3448
Hp: 9632 3448


Alternatively, we've seen DIY solar films at Toyogo :P

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Clocks!

Clocks!

Posted by Benjamin Thong on Thursday, September 29, 2011 in clock,

Despite having time shown on our mobile phones, computers, scv box, tv, etc... we can't run away from the convenience and beauty of a wall clock :)

And there's no better way to get exactly what you want than making it yourself!
http://www.clockworks.com/htorque.html
(or google/ebay for "high torque movement")

Inspirations:




http://www.innoboxsg.com/index.php?main_page=product_info&cPath=12&products_id=100



Rustic feel :)

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Shower Head

Shower Head

Posted by Benjamin Thong on Tuesday, September 20, 2011 in

I'm sure someone is gonna love this :P

Here
Meant for high pressure (min 1PSI)

http://www.grohe.sg/p/25_38320.html#fragment-84587

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orange kitchen

orange kitchen

Posted by kappyo on Tuesday, September 13, 2011 in kitchen, orange,

i wished my kitchen looked like these, esp. the 4th one.. {including the lamp}

http://www.apartmenttherapy.com/sf/kitchen/orange-kitchens-100420


more @ http://www.thekitchn.com/thekitchn/kitchen-spotlight/kitchen-color-orange-like-a-clementine-073263

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paint your room??

paint your room??

Posted by kappyo on Monday, September 12, 2011 in paint,

http://www.behr.com/Behr/home#

virtually first of course..

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Make a Terrarium like those seen in ikea catalog?

Make a Terrarium like those seen in ikea catalog?

Posted by kappyo on Saturday, September 10, 2011 in plant,

http://www.countryliving.com/crafts/projects/make-terrarium-0410

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Tables

Tables

Posted by Benjamin Thong on Tuesday, September 06, 2011 in table,

Thinking of how to recycle the doors.
Types of tables we're interested in:

Zuo Senator:



Calligaris Flexy/Magic-J/etc




or even a cheap (usd$68) china made copy:
http://www.alibaba.com/product-gs/248664823/folding_glass_dinner_table_179_11_.html



Legs:

Fold Down

http://www.rainbowconversions.co.uk/Equipment/Tables/tables.htm

Telescopic

http://www.tablelegworld.com/All-Table-Legs-And-Table-Leg-Accessories?disp_order=1&page=3


I'd suggest simply using 2 of ikea's klubbo nesting tables as the "legs" and rest the glass ontop, just like how restaurants enlarge a table by stacking a larger top surface

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beanbag!

beanbag!

Posted by kappyo on Tuesday, September 06, 2011 in bean bag,

Who's good at sewing?

http://www.soyouthinkyourecrafty.com/1999/01/rollie-pollie_28/

how about this?

http://www.livingwithpunks.com/2010/05/tutorial-land-of-nod-inspired-floor.html

EPS Beads for filling
http://www.polyfoam.com.my/product-EPSBeads.htm
http://www.beanbagmart.com/store/product.php?id=1049&s=4&b=0

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Speciality Paint

Speciality Paint

Posted by Benjamin Thong on Wednesday, August 31, 2011 in paint,

Magnetic paint/primer




Chalkboard paint


Rust-oleum (Rustoleum) brand available locally at
http://selffix.com/
http://www.estore.com.sg (or Victor at 96315540)

http://www.rustoleum.com/CBGBrand.asp?bid=4

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Where to find Electrician

Where to find Electrician

Posted by Benjamin Thong on Sunday, August 21, 2011 in

http://elise.ema.gov.sg/elise/findworkerservlet?Operation=GetOffer&Item=EL

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Umbrella stand

Umbrella stand

Posted by kappyo on Thursday, August 18, 2011 in orange, umbrella,

maybe jus hooks??

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Orange!

Orange!

Posted by kappyo on Wednesday, August 17, 2011 in chair, clock, orange, sofa, stool,

I love orange furniture!

like chairs...




..sofas..


..clocks..


...storage stools..


..even foldable stools!

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Top Hung Sliding Door

Top Hung Sliding Door

Posted by Benjamin Thong on Tuesday, August 16, 2011 in door,

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Bottom Rolling Sliding Door

Bottom Rolling Sliding Door

Posted by Benjamin Thong on Tuesday, August 16, 2011 in door,

http://www.specialtydoors.com/bottom-rolling-hardware/

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Tubular Top Track Sliding Door

Tubular Top Track Sliding Door

Posted by Benjamin Thong on Tuesday, August 16, 2011 in door,

http://www.barndoorhardware.com/tubular-track-door-hardware.html

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Sliding/Folding Glass Parition/Wall

Sliding/Folding Glass Parition/Wall

Posted by Benjamin Thong on Tuesday, August 16, 2011 in balcony, door,

http://www.hdb.gov.sg/fi10/fi10324p.nsf/w/HomeRenoNotAllow?OpenDocument
Right at the bottom (Examples of renovation work NOT allowed):
Removal or replacement of sliding door different from original provision at balcony where windows installation is not allowed.

Dorma HSW-GP





http://www.kolondoor.ir/en/products/glass-fittings-systems/hsw-sliding-m

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Stainless Steel table / worktop

Stainless Steel table / worktop

Posted by Benjamin Thong on Saturday, August 13, 2011 in table,

If foldable to store in storeroom, then 150cm x 80cm, like the following (without middle leg)




Ikea sells one 126cm in length, but that is a squeeze (if at all possible) for an under counter drawer refrigerator (61 - 69cm) with an oven (69-76cm) side by side. Given these dimensions, min=130cm max=145cm. Still must consider the table legs' diameter e.g. +14cm == 144-159cm... but that eats 21-36cm into the doorway width! Gotta measure dimensions when get key. See if possible to trim off the excess at the hob wall. Include 2x50cm drop leaf. (Ask if they can figure out 80cm)

Stainless steel 16 gauge (1.59mm thick) for worktop (or 14 gauge) with MDF (Medium Density Fiberboard) as backing.

Leveling Caster

http://www.servicecaster.com/carrymaster.htm

Lift-off / Slip-Joint / Barrel / Flag Hinge


http://www.takigen.com/english/contents/eyesearch/detail.do?id=19206690100
http://www.hardwaresource.com/hinges/SPECIALTY+HINGES/Weld-on+Hinges+-+Welding+Hinges/Welding+Hinge%2C+Two+Piece+Stainless+Steel
http://www.hardwaresource.com/hinges/SPECIALTY+HINGES/Weld-on+Hinges+-+Welding+Hinges/Stainless+Steel+Weld-On+Hinge%2C+6%22+Flag
http://www.guden.com/ItemDisplay/ItemDisplay.aspx?wpn=wh4&mtf=WeldOn.txt&cmf=-%20please%20select%20-

Kitchen Worktop height 90-91cm
Bar counter top 102-110cm (mostly 106cm)
Bar chair height 74cm
Under Counter Refrigerator 88-90cm
Comparatively, work desks are usually 60-82cm tall (height adjustable legs) otherwise fixed at 74cm tall for non adjustable
and Work chairs 38-57cm tall.

(ikea has folder bar stool seat height 63cm suitable for bar height 90cm)
http://www.ikea.com/sg/en/catalog/products/80162296
(but also has similar for seat height 74cm for bar height 110cm)
http://www.ikea.com/sg/en/catalog/products/40162298
or use the ladder as the stool, also 63cm

http://www.ikea.com/sg/en/catalog/products/70190412

Get quote for custom made counter top:
http://www.hlsteels.com/Kitchen-Equipment.htm
http://www.pmw.com.sg/products.asp
http://www.ahseng.com/eshowroom/ourproducts.php?cat=3&scat=21
http://www.top.com.sg/product_customise.html


Under Counter Drawer Refrigerator example
http://www.subzero-wolf.com
http://www.jennair.com

Built in Oven example
http://www.bosch-home.com/us/products/cooking/ovens/single/HBL8450UC.html?source=browse
http://www.jennair.com

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