Home Renovation Tips that ACTUALLY WORK (Part 1)

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Me sharing some tips from my renovation journey. Stay tuned for Part 2!
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@AlexTeo 3 жыл бұрын

Any of you are renovating and need some help? Comments down below! We might be able to share some ideas together!

@auschek 3 жыл бұрын

Which are the Taiwan sites that u recommended ?

@AlexTeo 3 жыл бұрын

@@auschek channel link inside the video description

@josephlpw 3 жыл бұрын

Where did you get your invisible grilles? Is it ok to get a fixed one?

@darrenngyh 3 жыл бұрын

Hi Alex, I just noticed you installed “invisible grilles” that seemed to be added on, and not part of the window frame. Is that correct? Could you share more details? Thanks in advance.

@aloysiusteo3751 3 жыл бұрын

Hi Alex, my budget is $25 k for a resale 5 room flat. Do u have recommendations for any good and reasonable price individual contractors?

@isabellagoh85 3 жыл бұрын

Someone recommended me to watch your channel for Reno house tips. Oh my! You have very useful info for 1st time house owner like me. This is going to be my Reno Playbook 📚. Thanks a lot.

@joelarun6190 3 жыл бұрын

Damn, this is an exceptionally useful video. Your earnest personality really shines through as well! Thanks Alex!

@AlexTeo 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks man! Catch part 2 as well

@debsterdebz 3 жыл бұрын

3mins into your video and I'm alr loving it! Very practical and realistic tips and I like how you go into the details. Especially useful for first time homeowners like myself. Thank you!

@AlexTeo 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks! hopefully you find part 2 useful as well 😁

@Clammer999 3 жыл бұрын

Super useful pointers, Alex! I’m about to renovate my place so this is damn handy. Thanks so much!

@veerappansankar6757 2 жыл бұрын

So kind of you, I’ve watched few nos of videos, your are really very concerned abt money and needs. Appreciated. Thank you Gentle Man

@luannateo 3 жыл бұрын

I am renovating and I’m just only less than 2 minutes into your video and I have to comment as you gave incredible and essential advice ! I’m definitely improvising my renovation ideas now! Thanks so much!

@AlexTeo 3 жыл бұрын

Haha, do check out part 2 as well!

@winniehsy4442 2 жыл бұрын

I'll be renovating my first home soon! This video is a great help!

@badtanline 24 күн бұрын

the lighting plan and data part is so helpful, thank you!

@TheRealKingVictor 3 жыл бұрын

These videos are great like a mentor, giving you pros and cons of many details people often forget getting into projects.

@AlexTeo 3 жыл бұрын

thanks man!

@jianxiongRaven 3 жыл бұрын

Yes , good point on the electrical wiring and networking

@hellocloud2387 3 жыл бұрын

Wow!! Im impressed on your explanation. Im currently working on my parents house.

@RemoteBuilder 7 ай бұрын

Thanks for sharing your renovation tips! Especially useful for homeowners.

@mayREV 2 жыл бұрын

Super useful, love your content! Definitely will recommend your channel to people in this stage of life :)

@donnytagorasuhartono1630 3 жыл бұрын

Great Video! It very useful, direct to the point and without fluff :) Great job!

@AlexTeo 3 жыл бұрын

thanks man!

@engkiat1775 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks for the super informative video! So helpful!

@alyssum8902 3 жыл бұрын

This is super informative! Subscribed & saved video, watched thrice too! Info overload!

@AlexTeo 3 жыл бұрын

Haha thanks, don't forget to catch part 2!

@hotlattewithoutsugar 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks for using numbers as an example to budget the construction, def helps!

@AlexTeo 3 жыл бұрын

glad that's useful for you in planning your budget!

@eggizgud 13 күн бұрын

Thanks for your honesty at the risk of kena whack. That's really communal interest at heart.

@godfreytan1001 2 жыл бұрын

This is extremely helpful. Thanks.

@jackytangahheng 3 жыл бұрын

Very good ,clear explanation ,good points .

@ezlinear9138 3 жыл бұрын

Well said. You hit the nailS on all the headS. The point on hacking is so apt. When I went house hunting, I don’t even consider those whose rooms are hacked to combine. Even more so about practicality like open concept wardrobe. Also I want to mention, best to do full floor to ceiling cupboards. Don’t leave gaps especially at the top. You won’t be so free to dust it every week. I hope to hear more stories and ideas on how to coordinate with contractors when you have a rough idea of your own Design. And I totally agree the Taiwan IDs are so inspiring that local IDs hv much much catching up to do.

@AlexTeo 3 жыл бұрын

100% agree for full height wardrobe, its a must have carpentry work. Somehow Taiwan IDs feel more like an actual ID man.

@SeanTTS 3 жыл бұрын

You are the first person I know whom also like me, never like to watch the home design ideas in Singapore! And I watches exactly the same Taiwanese KZfaq home design videos!

@AlexTeo 3 жыл бұрын

yup the default BTO template design

@cakiro05 3 жыл бұрын

Hi Alex, thankfully in your video you reminded me to take note of electrical switch/socket placement and routing.

@AlexTeo 3 жыл бұрын

no problem man, glad it helps!

@FSRain 3 жыл бұрын

Wow, your video answers quite a few important things that ppl tend to overlook! Indeed, it took mistakes for me to notice and realised those points you mentioned e.g. electric wiring layout + sockets, data network & cabling coz most homes need more than just wifi. Great that I came across your videos, serves as reminders for me as I'm renovating my own house soon!

@AlexTeo 3 жыл бұрын

yeah wifi is bad for HDB due to the super thick walls

@Andy-we2gy 3 жыл бұрын

Very informative and helpful video. 👍🏻

@MalexFPV 2 жыл бұрын

excellent tips! really enjoyed watching this video. GOOD SHARING~

@tiggerlandmio 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you for your advices, useful and practical insights. Subscribed too!

@AlexTeo 3 жыл бұрын

thanks for the sub!

@d23durian52 3 жыл бұрын

Hey Alex, for new HDB flats (5-10 years old), there is cat6 cable running thru the walls, and you should be able to convert the telephone cable in each room into a LAN point quite easily. You can verify whether your house is LAN capable by opening up one of the telephone cable in the bedroom. If they have 4 wires connecting to RJ11 telephone port, and 2 loose cable connecting nowhere, it means you can convert that into your LAN point. This will provide more options to place a 2nd or 3rd Wireless AP in your house, improving the Wifi connectivity. Maybe you can use that for your part 2 :)

@AlexTeo 3 жыл бұрын

yup i'm aware of this haha, thanks for the comment!

@gregoryjoshua5304 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks for sharing ur reno tips and your genuine comments. Also hard to find someone to share house reno ideas but from a more practical standpoint. Good stuff! :D

@AlexTeo 3 жыл бұрын

thanks man!

@DarrenNgFinance Жыл бұрын

Wow this is amazing !

@dextersoh2855 2 жыл бұрын

I just come across your video today and they are very helpful and well made. Great content too!

@AlexTeo 2 жыл бұрын

thanks man! welcome to the channel

@weilingc.9772 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks for sharing these tips. Useful!

@AlexTeo 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks! 😁

@PepperMint2910 3 жыл бұрын

ur videos really helpful for me who are getting my first house soon

@AlexTeo 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks and glad it helps 😁

@xt2561 2 жыл бұрын

Very nice video. Thanks Alex. :)

@yeoalan6344 3 жыл бұрын

I’m also following these two channels from Taiwan 🙌🏻

@AlexTeo 3 жыл бұрын

Yeah, their design looks so much nicer than those from sg

@weiwang1681 3 жыл бұрын

Great video. Thanks for sharing

@Shrapnash 3 жыл бұрын

very practical and sound advice! thank you :)

@AlexTeo 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks! 😁

@mamemo359 3 жыл бұрын

Super agree with everything you said here! Will go and watch part 2 now haha

@AlexTeo 3 жыл бұрын

haha thx thx, hope you enjoy part 2 as well

@david888a 9 ай бұрын

Of all the home renovation contents I have watched, this is the best one. It provided tons of worthwhile tips with regards to those that renos that will affects future sale. 👍

@AlexTeo 9 ай бұрын

Thx thx ☺️

@rezekiyo 3 жыл бұрын

Very useful. Thank you bro

@jeremyng9207 2 жыл бұрын

Power la most practical tips on reno in Singapore

@briantan2963 3 жыл бұрын

Great Video!

@bboysayang 3 жыл бұрын

I also recommend 一条 and Never Too Small for ideas!

@jebat92 3 жыл бұрын

Very useful tips!

@nail222 3 жыл бұрын

Love your tips and recommendations! Excited for part 2!

@AlexTeo 3 жыл бұрын

thanks bro! I'm sure you won't be disappointed

@lavenderella 3 жыл бұрын

Totally agree to look for contractors for limited budget! I’ve friends who got contractors to furnish their house & they look great too!

@AlexTeo 3 жыл бұрын

ya no doubt, as long as you do your research and look for the design you want

@DALLEY_SANI 3 жыл бұрын

I did the same thing I outsource my design and told my contractors what I wan so I’m my own id and I saved a lot!

@lavenderella 3 жыл бұрын

@@DALLEY_SANI glad to hear that!!

@susantikurniawan8337 3 жыл бұрын

hi Alex, your tips are excellent. Do you mind sharing your contractor & electrician? to my email sue.kurniawan@gmail.com please. Thanks a mil in advance ;;)

@ganesgenga8330 3 жыл бұрын

Awsome.. thanks for sharing....

@hafthabali8864 3 жыл бұрын

damn! this is super useful and good info! thank you :)

@This.Is.AngelaBloom 3 жыл бұрын

so true, renotalk is full of the similar id design template. everyone house look sama sama.

@laylabelle2803 3 жыл бұрын

Really awesome video. Waiting for your part 2! Starting to do up my new bto flat too, so want to learn all these information haha..

@AlexTeo 3 жыл бұрын

hahahaa pretty sure part 2 will be good!

@laylabelle2803 3 жыл бұрын

@@AlexTeo Yayy thank you Alex! Looking forward to it! :)

@SpaceStrike 3 жыл бұрын

You should make a video on how to prepare and clean a house for rental property. It would be great for people with a rental to have a checklist to see what they should do if a renter moves out

@AlexTeo 3 жыл бұрын

will take that into consideration!

@TheReal_Popming Жыл бұрын

I should have watched this earlier before I have engaged a contractor. Really useful tips

@eunicetan3367 3 жыл бұрын

Hey Alex, this is the most credible advice ever. Thank you! Did you engage an ID? Your place look good.

@AlexTeo 3 жыл бұрын

ID, becoz i no time to manage

@CucinaCasera 3 жыл бұрын

Very informative

@jimmytay5917 3 жыл бұрын

that wiring plan and electrician work soo detailed! nicely done bro! Very informative thanks for sharing! Waiting for your part 2 reno tips!

@AlexTeo 3 жыл бұрын

haha because electrician wiring work is massive, can't screw that up. Part 2 will be even better!

@selinaloh4388 3 жыл бұрын

@@AlexTeo Hi Alex, why u did you want to connect the electric wiring from your computer, TV and singtel device? Sorry I'm not a IT person. :p

@AlexTeo 3 жыл бұрын

@@selinaloh4388 its ok I'm an IT nerd. Wired connection is faster and more stable. Wifi has a cap to the speed. For Tv, you will most likely use that for netflix or any video streaming. As for computer, it will be streaming + gaming + downloading, all these will be better with wired instead of wireless.

@selinaloh4388 3 жыл бұрын

@@AlexTeo orh. Thank you! Very deep

@iamirrelevant6682 3 жыл бұрын

@@AlexTeo How are you so well-versed in this area? I watched already, 🤯.

@nollissey 2 жыл бұрын

I'm a recent buyer of a resale 3ng house and looking for concepts and ideas. While there's many videos that show only the beauty and aesthetic part of decor, not many emphasizes the maintenance and practical issues and aspects. I'm so happy with the content and advise you provided and subscribed!!

@AlexTeo 2 жыл бұрын

thanks for the sub!

@nollissey 2 жыл бұрын

@@AlexTeo oh yes Alex i have a question..you mentioned briefly open wadrobe concept is not practical...so may I know the disadvantages behind it? Thank you 😊

@AlexTeo 2 жыл бұрын

@@nollissey collecting too much dust on your clothes basically everywhere haa

@n0o0n 2 жыл бұрын

Hi, any tips on replacing parquet with laminate flooring?

@danjustinpeter9042 8 ай бұрын

My Fav Home Reno KZfaqr 10/10

@AlexTeo 8 ай бұрын

wow!

@buambakia Жыл бұрын

Hi, may I know what application do you use to draw your floor plan digitally?

@benjik9922 Жыл бұрын

good stuff!

@jeffer8762 3 жыл бұрын

Very well explained, the quality of the underlining network cable Eg. cat 6a/7 cabling, are those in the package?

@AlexTeo 3 жыл бұрын

i use my own electrician so not part of the reno package

@kamsanihussein 3 жыл бұрын

Very nice, thank you. :D

@AlexTeo 3 жыл бұрын

thanks bro!

@angkylosaurusstreams427 3 жыл бұрын

subscribed because you give good tips! I'm renovating a terrace house in Malaysia now and on a budget so trying to avoid engaging ID for carpentry...but it's hard to find good ID just for drawings! I totally agree that I should try mapping out the electrical and network wiring myself, but I'm so worried of putting too few plugs! Also, could you explain a bit more on the network side of things? Especially for houses with 2-3 floors? Thanks! edit : 1 more thing, would u suggest to just go for majority smart switches when im doing all the wiring?

@AlexTeo 3 жыл бұрын

Once I start home automation, there is no turning back for me haha.. All my future houses will definitely do home automation. I will do everything smart switches unless you are on budget, then the small bedrooms can do without. For network, you can do mesh with 1 satellite device at every level or those wifi access points mounted on the ceiling.

@andyandy2684 Жыл бұрын

My take on cove lighting that’s quite popular in living and dining rooms… if decor style does not suit it … it certainly can look “orbit/O-piang”. Plus added bonus of having a haven for lizards to colonise in your home. Yucks.

@jasonng488 3 жыл бұрын

Hello Alex, i saw your electrical power plug are nicely done. I wish to have my additional power points done like yours. But my ID's electrician has advised that conceal wiring is not allow in HDB flat. Is this true? Is there a HDB rule on this? I really cannot accept wires running in casing with protruding power socket box.

@AlexTeo 3 жыл бұрын

sorry i replied to your email already. But ya, I totally cannot accept those big switch box with wire trunking and casing everywhere man

@dionisiosmichalopoulosmich241 10 ай бұрын

thanks!

@jessicayip2538 3 жыл бұрын

Awesome and valuable video u sharing here...I've been staring (got indigestion from my ID's drawing and quotation) doing loads of 3D drawing and calculation$ for my coming new home next week as well. Now with all informative video by u, lightens off my doubts and I know better of what I want for new home. 👍👍👍👍

@AlexTeo 3 жыл бұрын

wow next week you must be excited! Maybe another tip is don't get emotionally stressed out too, don't get into argument with your other half and affect your relationship. Glad the video helps you so much and stay tuned for next part! :)

@jessicayip2538 3 жыл бұрын

@@AlexTeo Super eggcited...lol...ok noted on the emo part...😊

@AlexTeo 3 жыл бұрын

@@jessicayip2538 plan for some home automation haha

@jessicayip2538 3 жыл бұрын

@@AlexTeo lol...am looking forward for ur part 2 video...😁

@janixchen6714 3 жыл бұрын

Truly an inspiration! did you incorporate feng shui principles into your home?

@AlexTeo 3 жыл бұрын

nope haha, maybe some are incorporated without me knowing!

@ttwwrrgg 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for the tips ! All your content are super helpful for a first time homeowner like me. Are most of your power point and switches using concealed wiring ? (e.g. no trunking)

@AlexTeo 2 жыл бұрын

thanks for the sub! yup as long as they are visible, they are concealed

@weehweelin 3 жыл бұрын

Hi, Alex. Thank you very much for your videos. I would like to know more about ordering a sofa from Taobao. Does it come in single piece in a wooden crate? Do you need to install it yourself. How do you know if the package can fit in the lift? Thanks for your time.

@AlexTeo 3 жыл бұрын

mine comes in 2 pieces, there isn't much to 'install' a sofa, just fixing up the legs for mine that's all. Check with the seller for anything you want to clarify

@ajchaa656 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks for the great tips. May I ask what material is ur floor? Did u source it from China? Thanks!

@AlexTeo 3 жыл бұрын

hey fellow alex, the flooring is vinyl, its part of my renovation package

@kwfong7194 3 жыл бұрын

Hi Alex, do you mind to share more on TV feature wall? Is there any storage inside? If yes, how do you open the door, as it seems blocked the TV.

@AlexTeo 3 жыл бұрын

DM me on IG, i can send pics to you

@hkwww 2 жыл бұрын

Hi Alex, thanks for the advice! have been watching your videos and really enjoying them. could you recommend a good electrician? also do they have to be licensed? Some of the people I asked gave mixed answers.

@AlexTeo 2 жыл бұрын

u can DM me on IG for electrician contact. I think whether to get a certified electrician is up to individual, if you are looking at wiring for the whole house i will say having the assurance is important for me. But if it's just a very simple work like tapping wiring, changing switch then I will close 1 eye

@PeiSg 3 жыл бұрын

5:13 Haha, won't whack you for sure coz I totally agree with you. I'm a fan of 设计家too. Thanks for sharing this!

@AlexTeo 3 жыл бұрын

hahah thanks!

@newnej979 2 жыл бұрын

hi Alex, thanks for the helpful video. One question from my side, i'm planning to put the dishrack design like yours (i.e on top of the sink, attached together to the cabinet), any pros and cons you found so far?

@kuno9945 Жыл бұрын

Hi Alex! Really enjoying this series as we begin our reno journey. Would you say it’s possible to stick to non smart switches etc first since we are tight on budget? Might we be able to switch it later on say a year after moving in? Thanks!

@AlexTeo Жыл бұрын

ya definitely, but for electriccal wiring you will want this done during renovation

@CherYeo 2 жыл бұрын

What is the sequence of works?

@redfrost88 11 күн бұрын

Thanks Alex for the insightful video. Towards the end you mentioned to go down to check the measurements when a work is done. How often (eg. alternate days, twice a week) did you have to drop in to check the progress? Will the ID help to check and update you?

@AlexTeo 9 күн бұрын

establish good communication with your ID, whenever there is any major work to be done, you should be aware and go take a look when its done

@TheHWine 3 жыл бұрын

Same, I also prefer Taiwan ID

@patriciaselwyn799 3 жыл бұрын

I thought I saw mirrored walls. I love this feature. Where did you get this done?

@AlexTeo 3 жыл бұрын

mirrored walls? which part of the video?

@whywhy6706 3 жыл бұрын

Hi Alex, you have any suggestions to conceal all the pipes inside the bathroom.

@AlexTeo 3 жыл бұрын

box it up?

@weilun0099 3 жыл бұрын

Hi Alex, great content! How much was the reno, including stuffs u bought from taobao etc?

@AlexTeo 3 жыл бұрын

reno itself is about 40k, all in should be around 65k

@user-oo7sz2et3o 11 ай бұрын

Hi Alex, can give me some suggestions as my tiler insists that I must make curd for the shower which I really don’t like. I like your one without curb. Will the water splash out or zip out from the silicone?

@AlexTeo 11 ай бұрын

nah no such problems

@CherYeo 2 жыл бұрын

How do I renovate a 3-room resale with a budget.

@Pqqq89 2 жыл бұрын

Hi Alex! Can I know where did you get the silver ledge shelf in your common bathroom from? It looks so sleek and minimalist! Thanks!

@AlexTeo 2 жыл бұрын

from taobao, tons of bathroom accessories to choose from

@rayallinkh 2 жыл бұрын

Hi Alex, did u change the smart curtain plug to the 3pin safety plug by yourself?

@AlexTeo 2 жыл бұрын

nope, i passed everything to my electrician to do during the reno. I watched how he do for one, took him like 2-3mins only

@happyapple91 3 жыл бұрын

Hi Alex, can I kindly ask how many routers are you using in total? Understanding that you put your router in study room, are you able to receive signal in the master bedroom as it need to go through 3 walls?

@AlexTeo 3 жыл бұрын

good question, i forget to explain that in the video. I actually have a satellite/extender unit inside my master bedroom. It comes together as a package.

@eilselmil7044 2 жыл бұрын

Hi Alex, can I check for your toilet ventilation windows , do you have the link to get it replace ?

@AlexTeo 2 жыл бұрын

i don't, but any window supplier should have

@TangShuYang 26 күн бұрын

Hi Alex, noticed tt you change your bathroom window, from louvre to casement, can your contact pls?

@Mrschocolatezxc 3 жыл бұрын

Do you mind showing us how you hide your tv console wires? and cable management tips and tricks? , what if you have ps4?

@AlexTeo 3 жыл бұрын

future videos i will see any chance to mention about this

@ngng5316 2 жыл бұрын

Hi. I saw the aircon at the walkway, will the living room cool enough?

@AlexTeo 2 жыл бұрын

yup definitely, aircon is blowing towards dining and sofa area

@cheongjack2457 3 жыл бұрын

Hey Alex, quick question! for your living room curtain, what kind of track did u use in order for the automation kit to work?

@AlexTeo 3 жыл бұрын

the curtain motor and the track is one whole package together, so you cannot use any track. I have the product link in my home tour video's description if you are interested :)

@cheongjack2457 3 жыл бұрын

@@AlexTeo all right thanks!

@ongsindy 2 жыл бұрын

Hi can I ask for your recommendation for toliet window change ? Thanks!

@AlexTeo 2 жыл бұрын

i don't have a specific company to recommend as this was part of the reno contract

@icilike 3 жыл бұрын

V. Useful tip esp. the data and power points. How did you conceal all the wiring for the data points across your living room and the various additional power plugs. Well done👏

@AlexTeo 3 жыл бұрын

just tell the electrician you want conceal wiring, they will find the easiest way to do it. Maybe some overlay from the floor, from ceiling/walls

@itsflightecable 3 жыл бұрын

@@AlexTeo , did HDB changed the rule for conceal wirings in the wall? My understanding is from a few years back it's not allowed.

@veronicasiowmin5194 3 жыл бұрын

Hi Alex, thanks for sharing the renovation tips, they are very useful especially for 1st time house owner. I am interested to get the model u have for kohler washroom vanity cabinet, notice the model is only available in Taobao CN and not kohler SG. Checked in with kohler Taobao flagship store and they do not ship to sg. 1. How do u handle the logistic to SG? 2. What if the items receive is not in good condition, what’s the return/ refund policy? Looking forward to hear from you:)

@AlexTeo 3 жыл бұрын

I first saw it at bathroom warehouse, you can go check it out if you don't want to deal with Taobao. For taobao, such big bulky items you need a 3rd party forwarder, I use ezship for that but you can check out others too

@shahdzul3483 3 жыл бұрын

Nice home & handsome owner

@AlexTeo 3 жыл бұрын

you are too kind haha

@kxttytriana 3 жыл бұрын

hi! new subscriber here. this is really informative as my fiancé and i will be getting married soon but we are not in a hurry to get a house yet. this does helps us to be well-prepared with the knowledge shared. is it possible if you could make a video of tips/guide of buying a house? bto/re-sale, financial planning & what to expect & etc. Thanks!

@AlexTeo 3 жыл бұрын

thanks for the support! For the video suggestion, the topic is a bit off of what my channel is about, but I will definitely think and consider about it :)