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Waterproof balcony

Snoy — Sat, 12 Jun 2021 22:36:30 +0800

Any good diy way of waterproofing balcony tiled floor?
Neither awning nor re-tiling are preferred.

Does grout sealer + PU paint work?

Note: The balcony is at low human traffic.
The main enemies are rain and sunlight.

Construction Materials Cost

Snoy — Tue, 20 Apr 2021 21:38:35 +0800

I'm planing to extend my existing house.
However, I also heard that the price for construction materials has been going up significantly.

Anyone knows how bad is it?
Is it wise to start the renovation project now or shall we wait when the supply chain is back to normal?

My usual electrician has started to charge 30% higher price for pulling a new power point claiming the wire cost has almost double up.
True?

Outdoor Blind

Snoy — Fri, 29 Jan 2021 20:59:39 +0800

I’m looking for outdoor blind with guided track.
Main objective is to convert the balcony to useful space while not permanently brick it up.

Google reveal Ziptrak and Smart Curtain brands.
Anyone is using them?
What is the indicative price?
Any other vendors doing this?

Looking for rubber tiles

Snoy — Fri, 18 Sep 2020 22:41:30 +0800

Hi,

I’m looking for rubber tiles which are commonly used in outdoor playground or indoor gym floors.

There are sellers in Lazada or Shopee but it is less economical for delivering bigger order.

Anyone knows where can I get it in klang valley?
Any advice on its durability and special care to put these in residential garden?

Used Aquarium

Snoy — Mon, 08 Jun 2020 00:11:44 +0800

Item(s): Used saltwater fish aquarium.

Package includes:
* Aquarium 3ft x 2ft x 2ft with below cabinet sump tank. 2ft x 1ft x 1ft.
* Live rocks
* Bubble magus protein skimmer
* Eheim return pump
* Aquarium light
* UV Light

Price: RM200 (bought whole set around 2k initially)

Warranty: Nil

Dealing method: Self pickup/transport

Location: Puchong

Contact method/details: PM

Item(s) conditions: Used

Picture:

Reason for sale: Moving house & quit hobby.

Structural Steel Materials

Snoy — Thu, 28 May 2020 23:55:32 +0800

Hi,

My contractor has started my house extension project.

Does anyone know how to differentiate BS and CQ rebar for column visually?
I requested for minimum Y12BS but they may be using Y10CQ to reduce cost.
I can measure the diameter but how to differentiate BS or CQ?

Also, what is the minimum requirement for concrete slab wire mesh size? I was quoted with BRC A10. How to verify?

I hope these questions can help other formers too.
Safety first.

Renovation during MCO

Snoy — Mon, 27 Apr 2020 12:53:33 +0800

Recently come across this:
https://www.malaymail.com/news/malaysia/202...ing-mco/1859224

What are G1 and G2 grades?
Does this apply to conventional house renovation contractors?

There may be many questions on how to start.
If contractors cannot start, how they and the workers can survive for living cost?
Even if they can, there may be many blockers like building material shops, approval from management (strata), complaints from neighbor, approval to move workers (if they are illegal), subcontractors (electrician, wireman) ...

Any insider information here?

Hidden Door

Snoy — Fri, 13 Mar 2020 13:35:42 +0800

I'm look for hidden door with partition for my walk-in wardrobe.
One company quoted me RM150 psf for single side.
I expected wall is about 8'x9' = 72sf.

That will lead to RM10.8k.
Is this the normal price for such thing?

I feel that is an insanely high price.
Anyone has trusted vendor with reasonable price for such work?

Like this.

Buying subsale, how to know bank value b4 buying?

Snoy — Sun, 18 Aug 2019 12:29:08 +0800

I am interested in a corner link house recently.
Surprisingly, the selling price is almost double of the adjacent intermediate house.
The land size is the standard 20' extra.

Plenty of intermediate house selling price reference in the market but nothing for corner unit.

Any way to get the bank value of this corner house before applying loan?

Seeking advice to upgrade house

Snoy — Mon, 05 Aug 2019 18:51:45 +0800

Hi Forumers,

I need some advises on house upgrade options.

There is an attractive house available for sale now.
However, I don't have enough 30% downpayment before selling my current house.

Normally, how is it possible for someone to upgrade house for a smooth transition to sell old and move to new house?

Uncommon Toilet Rough-In size

Snoy — Mon, 29 Jul 2019 10:01:47 +0800

I have an old house built with the uncommon 14-inch toilet rough-in for upper floor of double story link house.

Current WC market is flooded with model 10-inch and some 12-inch but hardly see anything with 14-inch.
This makes the choices extremely limited to find a design I like.
I wish to get a basic toilet with smooth bottom like this for easy cleaning:

Some options in mind:

1. Get a 12-inch rough-in WC and use offset adapter.
* WC design is still limited.
* 1-inch adapter will leave a gap at wall.
* 2-inch adapter will need minor floor hack and potentially causing clogging. Is it true?

2. Make a platform at the back with concealed cistern. Then get those back-to-wall WC.

3. Relocate toilet flange. Anyone did this before? And what is the cost?

Anyone had such experience this and what was your take?

Senior Software Developer

Snoy — Mon, 09 Nov 2015 10:19:28 +0800

Name of Company:
BD Asia (HQ) Sdn Bhd

Big Dutchman (BD) with its headquarters in Germany is the recognized global market leader in innovative technology and equipment for modern poultry management since 1938.
The development team in Malaysia is growing to serve the demanding technological automation in agriculture industry.

Unlike many other MNCs which employ the local team to maintain the old established solution, we are developing brand new solution by employing latest and greatest technologies (Windows Azure, Angular JS, Xamarin mobile solution and etc).

Variety of new technologies used in the team will ensure that you will be always challenged with broader technological exposures as a software developer.

Role:
Senior Software Developer - Permanent position

Remuneration:
* Very attractive package, prove your skill and earn >RM10k/month!
* Contractual bonus (13th month salary)
* Flexible working hours
* Outstanding career development opportunities
* Perfect work life balance working culture
* Easy going management styles (Be professional and respect the professional!)
* Workstation: Highest Specs Laptop (i7 + SSD) x 1 + Docking Station x 1 + 24'' Monitors x 2

Requirements:
Minimum 5 years working experiences

Very good knowledge in (but not a must)
* Windows operating systems, visual studio
* C#
* C++
* Javascript, Angular JS
* OOP
* RESTful API concepts

We have variety of projects in mobile, desktop, web, embedded and etc.
If your skills are not listed above, please feel free to enquire... we'll find the best fit for you.

Basic knowledge in
* Database, SQL
* Mobile technology (Android, iOS, WinPhone)
* Web Technology
* Linux and embedded programming

Personal skills
* Very communicative and open minded
* Very good English knowledge
* Open to work in an international team and visit Europe

Contact Person:
PM me.

Location:
* Bandar Bukit Raja: beside Setia Alam
* Great chance for you to avoid the common traffic nightmare in prime area!

Senior Software Developer (C#, C++, etc)

Snoy — Thu, 27 Aug 2015 16:17:43 +0800

Name of Company: BD Agriculture (Malaysia) Sdn Bhd

Role: Senior Software Developer

Remuneration:
* Very attractive package (Don't limit yourselves with the figure in title description only... prove us with your skills and you will be surprised!!!)
* Contractual bonus (13th month salary)
* Flexible working hours
* Outstanding career development opportunities
* Perfect work life balance working culture
* Easy going management styles (Be professional and respect the professional!)
* Workstation: Highest Specs Laptop (i7 + SSD) x 1 + Docking Station x 1 + 24'' Monitors x 2

Requirements:
Minimum 5 years working experiences

Very good knowledge in
* Windows operating systems, visual studio
* C++, C#
* OOP
* RESTful API concepts

Basic knowledge in
* Database, SQL
* Mobile technology
* Web Technology
* Linux and embedded programming

Personal skills
* Very communicative and open minded
* Very good English knowledge
* Open to work in an international team and visit Europe

Contact Person:
PM me.

Location:
Shah Alam Seksyen 7
* Moving to a brand new office campus in 2016!
* Great chance for you to avoid the common traffic nightmare in prime area!

The resume collection will end after 1 week by 2nd September 2015.
Interview period is fixed within 7th-11th September.

Act fast before it is too late!!!

[WTS] Wall Sticker

Snoy — Tue, 29 Apr 2014 13:12:24 +0800

Blossoms 1
Sticker Size: 50cm x 70cm
Completion Size: About 120cm x 180cm (reference only)
Price: RM25

Grass
Sticker Size: 50cm x 70cm
Completion Size: About 15cm x 130cm (reference only)
Price: RM25

Blossoms 2
Sticker Size : 60cm x 90cm
Completion Size: About 120cm x 200cm (reference only)
Price: RM25

Dandelion
Sticker Size: 60cm x 90cm
Completion Size: About 130cm x 200cm (reference only)
Price: RM25

Tree
Sticker Size: 60cm x 90cm (2 sheets)
Completion Size: About 180cm x 300cm (reference only)
Price: RM40

Dealing method:
Poslaju:
RM6 (WM), RM9 (EM)

COD:
1Utama or Puchong

Age of item:
NEW

[WTS] CLEARANCE - ADA New Amazonia 9L Normal Type

Snoy — Thu, 09 May 2013 15:59:37 +0800

Item(s): ADA New Amazonia 9L (Normal Type)

Package includes: 9L x 1 bag

Price: RM82

Warranty: None

Dealing method: COD

Location of seller: Kelana Jaya, Puchong

Contact method/details: PM

Age of item: New

Promotion Period: White stock lasts

Picture: [attachmentid=3429951]

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PREMIUM soil for planted aquarium!!!
Market Price: RM97 (Now, it's RM82 here)

Very limited stock. First come first served.

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NEW AMAZONIA
ADA bestselling Substrate Soil, AQUA SOIL AMAZONIA has been improved!

ADA has so far marketed AQUA SOIL AMAZONIA, and AMAZONIA II, but now it is possible to deliver AQUA SOIL AMAZONIA II with properties of AQUA SOIL AMAZONIA, by revising the selection of raw materials, and production process. We integrated AMAZONIA II with AMAZONIA, and started offering it as "NEW" AMAZONIA in a renewed packaging. "NEW" AMAZONIA is the idealistic substrate material for the Nature Aquarium, and has advantages of both AMAZONIA and AMAZONIA II.

New Feature of AQUA SOIL AMAZONIA
In addition to the original AMAZONIA features, new AMAZONIA has following advantages.

01.Amazonia makes aquarium water a bid acidic.
Aqua Soil lowers pH and KH, and makes an idealistic environment for plants and fish.

02.New Amazonia contains rich organic acid and nitrogen level.
Organic substances in the soil are effective for keeping shrimps in healthy condition.

03.Its pebbles are hard to crumble.
The humic acid helps the plant growth, and hard-to-crumble pebbles do not cause water coloring/cloudiness.

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[WTS] ADA New Amazonia Aqua Soil

Snoy — Fri, 01 Mar 2013 23:23:12 +0800

Item(s): ADA New Amazonia 9L Normal Type

Package includes: 9L x 1 bag

Price: RM90/bag (Retail price: RM97)

Warranty: None

Dealing method: COD

Location of seller: Puchong, Kelana Jaya LRT Station

Contact method/details: PM

Age of item: New and unopened

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3 bags are available only. First come first served.
Priority is given for buyer who takes all 3 bags for RM264 (Discounted price at RM88/bag)
Price is firm.

Thank you.

Bar Counter

Snoy — Sat, 31 Mar 2012 17:05:04 +0800

Anyone could share your bar counter design?

I am looking for one, custom-made or pre-made.

How to complain to TMnut

Snoy — Sun, 07 May 2006 09:56:01 +0800

I have been suffering the slow connection since 2-3 months ago (Max 10KB/s download speed for HTTP). Complaining through the 1300 line over 10 times and email over 3 times but they never fix my problem.

Now, I have a more severe problem. My streamyx will be disconnected during the night time starting from about 7pm. This problem has been here since last week. Complaining to the customer care line again over 3 times but nothing is fixed.

I also asked for telekom people to check for my phone line condition. They claimed that there isn't any problem. Weird thing here, I called the telekom only 1 time, a technician came to check for my problem in the next day. However, I called the TMnut for over 10 times since 2-3months ago, nobody came to fix my problem.

Any suggestions/comments to let them do their tasks?

Importing Chinese Audibles Into English Ym

Snoy — Thu, 07 Oct 2004 01:09:50 +0800

The following methods show you how to import a chinese audibles (HK, TW or CN) into your English version of Yahoo! Messenger. This method is created for those who want to have the chinese Audibles list in their English interface YM.

Steps:

1.
Install an English copy of YM into your computer at default path. (e.g c:\program files\Yahoo!\Messenger)

2.
Install a HK/TW/CN version of YM (only choose 1, HK version is highly recommended) into your computer at different path. (e.g c:\program files\Yahoo!\MessengerHK)

p/s: The installation process is in chinese word, sometimes the words may not be readable if you don't use chinese windows or don't enable the chinese unicode language settings. Don't worry. Pls uncheck all installation options available. You need to install the messenger only.

3.
Open your HK/TW/CN version of YM, login with your account. Then send one audible to any of your friend. Then, sign out the YM.

4.
Go to the HK/TW/CN version of YM "cache" directory in the installation directory (e.g c:\program files\Yahoo!\MessengerHK\cache). Choose the "audiblemenu.xml" file.

5.
Copy the "audiblemenu.xml" file to the "cache" directory in the "English" YM installation directory (e.g c:\program files\Yahoo!\Messenger\cache) .

6.
Now, you may run the English YM and test for your Audibles.

Notes:
1. HK version of YM is recomended in this integration because it includes the HK, TW and English version of audibles.

If anyone had any method better than mine, please share together. Thank you and enjoy.