On my way to work this morning, I was on the phone with Arch. Ramos. We're getting the additional battens for the roofing through him instead of Stone 2000. His supplier will give it to us at PhP11,000.00, almost 50% cheaper than Stone 2000's PhP21,000.++ quote. We really shouldn't just say yes to whatever they say, we have to scout for the best price possible. And supplier/contractor really make money on add-ons.
We did not get APO engineered wood anymore, as originally planned. Price went from PhP1,200.00 to PhP1,700.00 per square meter. It's now beyond the budget (with all the adjustments). And we have to keep cost from ballooning too much. Last Saturday, we made partial payment for Steiger laminated flooring. We were able to get contract price at PhP70,000.++ (vs. APO's PhP204,000.++), for entire second floor up to the attic, including labor. Well they're entirely different from each other in quality. But we'll be okay with laminates for now.
I am now canvassing for quality Graphicoat painted glass for the bar and kitchen splashboard. Arch. Co gave us two suppliers to call. Pacific Glass and CNS Unique. Called them up last Friday. We're definitely not getting from Pacific Glass! The sales officer who took the call was kinda rude. Since I'm not familiar with this item, it's only natural that I ask her about it. She explained in a way that made me sound so dumb. Hello! It's a potential buyer calling, you may want to be a little pleasant and accommodating? If all their sales people were like that, I won't be surprised if the company closes shop and they find themselves unemployed soon. CNS Unique was totally different from that other supplier. Beth, who's not even in sales, was very nice and answered all my queries, explaining every detail without a tinge of "impatience" in her voice. I asked for swatches to be presented to us so we can decide right away.
Applied first coating of paint...two more coats to go, using the final shade (Davis Liquid Tile for outdoor and Boysen Virtuoso Silk Touch indoor). Door jambs and cabinet framing are all in place; entry and cabinet doors will be delivered, hopefully, within the month. We are expecting full installation of Vignet uPVC windows by February 15, as committed by the fabricator. With the way things are going, it is very unlikely we'll be moving to our new home within the month. Maybe next month. Unless we ask Architect Ramos, our contractor, to rush things. There's really no urgency. We want things done right. Every time I visit, I check the lines and workmanship. If it's not acceptable to me, I ask them to do it again... even if they have to undo everything. I warned them beforehand that I'm particular about quality of work. Well I ask them nicely, with matching please and occasional lunch treat for all workers. With all the effort and penny poured into this project, it should very well be worth it.
We did not get APO engineered wood anymore, as originally planned. Price went from PhP1,200.00 to PhP1,700.00 per square meter. It's now beyond the budget (with all the adjustments). And we have to keep cost from ballooning too much. Last Saturday, we made partial payment for Steiger laminated flooring. We were able to get contract price at PhP70,000.++ (vs. APO's PhP204,000.++), for entire second floor up to the attic, including labor. Well they're entirely different from each other in quality. But we'll be okay with laminates for now.
I am now canvassing for quality Graphicoat painted glass for the bar and kitchen splashboard. Arch. Co gave us two suppliers to call. Pacific Glass and CNS Unique. Called them up last Friday. We're definitely not getting from Pacific Glass! The sales officer who took the call was kinda rude. Since I'm not familiar with this item, it's only natural that I ask her about it. She explained in a way that made me sound so dumb. Hello! It's a potential buyer calling, you may want to be a little pleasant and accommodating? If all their sales people were like that, I won't be surprised if the company closes shop and they find themselves unemployed soon. CNS Unique was totally different from that other supplier. Beth, who's not even in sales, was very nice and answered all my queries, explaining every detail without a tinge of "impatience" in her voice. I asked for swatches to be presented to us so we can decide right away.
Applied first coating of paint...two more coats to go, using the final shade (Davis Liquid Tile for outdoor and Boysen Virtuoso Silk Touch indoor). Door jambs and cabinet framing are all in place; entry and cabinet doors will be delivered, hopefully, within the month. We are expecting full installation of Vignet uPVC windows by February 15, as committed by the fabricator. With the way things are going, it is very unlikely we'll be moving to our new home within the month. Maybe next month. Unless we ask Architect Ramos, our contractor, to rush things. There's really no urgency. We want things done right. Every time I visit, I check the lines and workmanship. If it's not acceptable to me, I ask them to do it again... even if they have to undo everything. I warned them beforehand that I'm particular about quality of work. Well I ask them nicely, with matching please and occasional lunch treat for all workers. With all the effort and penny poured into this project, it should very well be worth it.
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