Blog & renovation guides
Guides, ideas and checklists to help you plan your renovation with confidence.
Renovation guides
How to paint your house in Malaysia: a step-by-step guide
How to paint your house in Malaysia: choosing emulsion or weatherproof paint, prep, sealer, two coats, tools and how much paint you need.
Do you need a renovation permit in Malaysia?
Which house renovations in Malaysia need council or management approval, which don't, what documents you need, and how the permit process works.
How often should you repaint your house interior and exterior?
How often to repaint your house interior and exterior in Malaysia's climate, the signs your walls need painting, and how to make paint last longer.
How to service your aircond (and when to call a technician)
How to service your aircond at home: cleaning filters, what a general service and chemical wash include, how often to service, and signs you need a…
Kitchen cabinet and wardrobe materials: which should you choose?
Plywood, MDF, particle board or aluminium? Compare the materials used for custom kitchen cabinets and wardrobes in Malaysia, plus finishes and worktops.
Design ideas
Wainscoting design ideas for Malaysian homes
Wainscoting design ideas for condos and landed homes in Malaysia: panel styles, heights, colours, materials and what wainscoting costs to install.
What is Muji style? Japandi and minimalist interiors explained
What Muji style and Japandi interior design mean, how they differ, and how to create a minimalist living room in a Malaysian home with colours and…
Quick answers
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