Fancy yourself as a bit of a handyman? If you're a Bangkok home owner and want to start a few little DIY projects, or simply want to keep on top of small repairs, you'll need to brush up on your handyman skills. Moreover, you need to learn all the little tasks and prevention methods for stopping the big jobs needing to be done. This is just as much about home maintenance s it is home improvement.   Here are a few essential ...

For some the warmth and companionship of  furry friend goes well beyond the risk of scratching furniture or the pull the thread on rugs and carpets. However if you are about to move in to a rented Bangkok condo or have recently renovated your home and want to keep it nice and new for as long as possible, you're going to have to take some precautions and pet proof your condo.   It's not just a case of ...

Security can be one of the key concerns for anyone living in a foreign country, and while Bangkok is generally a very safe place to be, you always want to take measure to secure you're home and property.   There are likely to be periods when you will be away from your home for a length of time, either on holiday or returning back to your home country, and it can be an anxious time if you have left your home unattended. ...

Stressing over your big Bangkok move? Need help prepping for your move-in date? Here are 7 tips to moving to a new condo in Bangkok.

 

Get help

  First things first, don't even try to do it alone. This is a big job and to do it correctly you need man power and mental support! The more help you get the easier it will be. Mail all your friends, even mail friends of friends if you have to,  put up a Facebook post ...

One of the hardest parts of decorating a Bangkok condo is finding a colour scheme to start with. It's a bigger decision than most people realise at first, and it's the first commitment to creating your new home and one which will have a ripple effect in everything you do.   Ultimately, if you are going to do things correctly, once you have chosen your colour scheme you need to commit in order to get the best results, so for that reason ...

With so many myths, rumours, and misconceptions flying around regarding renting condos in Bangkok you can be forgiven for having the wrong idea about what you can get for your money and how the property market in Bangkok works. No doubt you've heard a few horror stories too, but the fact that you are here reading this means you know to take it all with a pinch of salt.   Now to help you sort some of the nonsense from the truth, ...

Ah, spring has arrived and it's time to get out the feather duster and give your Bangkok condo a clean from top to bottom. Why not take things one step further this spring and give your home a mini make-over? It doesn't need to be too time consuming, and it doesn't even need to be expensive, it's all about having the knowledge and the motivation!  

De-clutter

  If you are going to give your Bangkok condo a spring clean make sure you also ...

Despite the wealth of condos available in Bangkok, finding the right Bangkok condo for you can be a manic and stressful affair. To help you with your search here are 7 tips to finding a condo in Bangkok:

1. Condo Vs Apartment

  What is a condo? It sounds like a silly question, but you'd be surprised at how few people really know the difference between a condo and an apartment. Essential there is no visual difference between and condo and apartment, it ...

So you think you've found the perfect Bangkok condo for you, it's in an ideal location, bright and spacious, modern furnishings, you love the views, and you most importantly, you can afford it! All that's left to do is sign the contract.   You're so in love with the place you only need to skim ready the contact before signing on the dotted line, what could possibly go wrong.. Stop! There are a few things you need to know and double check ...

  Making your Bangkok condo more energy efficient and lowering your power bills doesn't rely on you splashing out loads of Baht or making drastic changes to the way you live. Lowering your energy consumption can be done by simply eliminating a few bad habits and being more conscious of how you act and consume energy around your home.   Here are few simple yet effective ways to lower your energy consumption and decrease your utilities bill: