Editorial Singapore

Key Points to Remember for Exterior House Painting

In Singapore, where dry and wet seasons frequently interchange, regular maintenance for exterior house painting must be done. Constant rain and shine can cause the paints to fade and peel off, thus, weakening the materials used and diminishing the face value of your home. To avoid these problems, repaint your house and keep these points in mind. These pointers will help you choose the colors to use in your house painting job.

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1.       Paints look different in store displays and when painted on surfaces.

When choosing for colors to buy, do not settle on the color palettes displayed in stores. Oftentimes, these displays look very different once they are already painted on walls. Talk to your painting services provider about the colors you wish to have and let him handle the paint purchases. Another option is to try first different colors before purchasing gallons of them. Purchase sample sizes or small cans of your chosen colors and paint them on the parts of your house where you plan to apply it.

2.       Try mixing and matching colors to achieve desired result.

You can experiment by mixing together different colors or by painting two different colors on a single wall. Try this technique by painting a small area of your house’s wall and see how the effect transforms as different natural lightings hit the color. However, you still have to plan with the painting service contractor in order to avoid making your house look weird. Your chosen combinations should match well with the neighborhood, as well as with the surroundings.

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3.       Use paints with added protection feature.

Another thing to bear in mind when picking house paint is the protection it provides to the materials used in your home’s structure. Since the exteriors of your home endures extreme weather changes, might as well provide optimum protection to prolong its life. Look for house painting services in singapore that provide protection feature for your roof and walls.

4.       Consider fading issues when using darker hues.

Fading of color is among the major problems when using darker colors of paints. If it’s really necessary to use darker hues or a combination that includes dark colors, keep in mind that these colors fade easily over time. For example, darker shades of red and blue can fade easily after a couple of years and may become challenging when repainting small faded areas since you’ll have to look for the exact same shade that will match the existing paint. Always ask for advices from your home painting services contractor if usage of dark hues of paints is an essential.

Repainting your home with the right colors won’t only revamp the aesthetic beauty of your home but will also provide protection to your home’s exterior materials. Therefore, picking the paint colors to be used should be done with caution and not be rushed. The painting services contractor to hire should also have certifications from legitimate home development associations to certify that they are professionally qualified to do the job. By this, attaining best results for painting services will be assured possess.

A Guide to Securing Your Work Permit

Singapore is the land of opportunity. Many foreign workers eye Singapore because of its affluence. If you are eyeing for Singapore, you should comply with the government’s requirements so you can work without expecting trouble. You need to file your application for WP (Work Permit) or S Passes and then wait for the message saying that you can come back to Singapore and work. pic31 - Copy

MOM (Ministry of Manpower) is reminding the foreign workers to comply all requirements and never attempt to evade it. If you attempt to evade it, you will be deported or worse, you will be banned from Singapore. It is better to follow the rules and regulations to be safe. If you are really serious in working here, you should familiarize yourself with the WP or S Passes application process. Here are the steps for applying online:

  • Step 1: The first step is to register to a WP Online account. You can go to the online portal especially designed to take WP transactions. You need CSN (CPF Submission Number) and SingPass when you register to the account. You need to pay S$30 upon the submission of the WP application. Payments can be made thru Visa/MasterCard and other debit cards.
  • Step 2: The processing of WP application only takes a day and it can be retrieved online. Upon the approval of the WP, there are conditions that you need to accomplish. After that, you need to register your address to MOM and then request for your issuance online.
  • Step 3: After the issuance of your WP, you need to register to MOM. You need to bring documents (such as passport, notification letter, appointment letter and other supporting documents) during your registration. The card will be delivered after 4 days of the registration.   singapore-work-visa-employment-pass

If you preferred to apply manually, you are free to do it. There are also steps that you should take to be successful. Here are the steps for applying manually:

  • Step 1: You need to fill the application form. If you are done with it, you can submit it to SingPost. You need to pay S$30 for the processing. Do not worry because SingPost is appointed by MOM to collect WP application.
  • Step 2: The applicant should wait for 7 (working) days. The result will be mailed directly to their employer. If the application is approved, the applicant should fulfil some conditions. The issuance forms will also be mailed directly to the employer.
  • Step 3: You should to register to MOM. Do not forget about your documents (such as passport, notification letter, appointment letter, etc.) during your registration. The card will be delivered after 4 days of the registration.

Hopefully this can help you with your endeavours. Good luck!

Where to Next?

laneway_festival_sydney_201325_website_image_tvff_standard Laneway Festival is all about inspiring music. The festival is the avenue for new, fresh and aspiring musicians to showcase their talents around the world. The team assures the audience that they will experience music like no other. If you are interested to be a part of this revolutionary festival, you can refer to the following information:

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For 12 hours, you will surely enjoy performances from United Kingdom, United States, Australia, New Zealand and Singapore. Groups from United Kingdom include CHVRCHES, Daughter, Frightened Rabbit, Jamie XX, James Blake, Mount Kimbie and Savages. Groups from United States include Haim, Kurt Ville, XXYYXX and Youth Lagoon. Groups from Australia include Jagwar Ma, The Jezabels and Vance Joy. From New Zealand there is only Unknown Mortal Orchestra. Finally, groups from Singapore include Gema, The Observatory and Vandetta.

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Tickets and Entry

The ticket costs S$150 (exclusive of S$ processing fee). For children over 6 years old, they need to buy the event ticket. They have to be accompanied by an adult or their guardian on the site. These children are required to present proof of age. The entry will be granted upon the presentation of a valid (bar-coded) ticket or a PDF ticket. To be sure, the tickets should be purchased at authorized ticketing agencies.

Search Upon Entry

Upon your entry to the event site, you need to be searched. There is no use to be adamant about this because this is a must. If you do not consent to this, you will not be allowed to enter. If you carry weapons and other things that can compromise or threat the crowd, you should surrender it but if you do not want to surrender it, better not enter the event at all. Remember that if it is confiscated, it will not be returned.

Recording

Unless you are from the media, you are not allowed to record anything. You are not allowed to bring video or audio equipment. Still cameras are fine but they should only be used for private viewing. If you use it for public display, you will be dealt with.

Alcohol

The event has alcohol license. You do not need to bring your own alcohol because it is provided in the event. Your alcohol will be confiscated if you are caught bringing one. You can purchase alcohol from bars. If you want to purchase alcohol, you only need to present your ID.

If you have questions and enquiries, you can email the team. It is important that you read the things mentioned above so you will know how to act and behave. You and your friends will surely enjoy the festival. Have fun and keep the music playing!

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Safety Measures to Follow After LASIK

Generally, after a laser eye surgery people wait for the time that it will be healed. However, there are times that people do not care of what will actually happen after the surgery. All they know is that the surgery is successful and in time, they’ll be all right but in fact, it will not happen because overdoing something especially with regards to the eyes is not good. Concrete examples of overdoing you eyes are usage of computer for long hours, playing videos games or watching movies or television ‘til dawn and short period of sleep. These habits may overdo your eyes which lead to damage and worse thing that may happen is blindness.

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Lasik is known to repair damages particularly in the eyes. Common eye problems such as astigmatism, farsightedness, nearsightedness and the like can be corrected by this kind of surgical procedure. After lasik method is done, safety measures should be strictly followed by anyone who undergoes lasik operation up till now. These are some safety measures to avoid any damage or infection that may occur after the surgery:

Don’t drive until the lasik Singapore doctor told you so. Most of the time, after surgery, patients believe that they are already fine but the truth is, they’re not. Actually after the operation, the patients must avoid everything that might overdo the eyes.

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  • Avoid water from passing through your eyes day after the surgery.
  • When taking a bath, do not put soap near the eyes so that other elements in the soap that may harm the eyes will be avoided.
  • In Singapore, people know that avoiding from hair sprays and lotion will help the healing process quick.
  • It is recommended by lasik experts to avoid rubbing the eyes after the surgery. If it cannot be avoided, rub it gently and not carelessly.
  • To avoid anything that may go inside the eyes such as dust, wear some protective glasses or perhaps goggles or anything that will covered or prevent any object that may pass through the eyes especially while sleeping.
  • Based on the lasik Singapore forum, a patient is not allowed to pour tap water closer to the eyes after a week of surgery.
  • Avoid any kind of fitness exercises such as jogging, aerobics and the like. There are dangers that the sweat will go to the eyes and there will be times that you can’t avoid to rub your eyes.
  • Most people in Singapore do not put makeup after laser eye surgery. Not only Singaporeans are avoiding it but also people around the world who have the same condition. Also, putting a little makeup or a powder on the face is a no-no because this can cause infection to the eyes which would only worsen the condition.
  • Since Singapore has improved tools to generate the procedure, a lot of lasik Singapore eye centers recommend that avoiding sunlight will help the healing process faster.
  • Going to beaches, lakes and swimming pools is a no-no while the healing process is not completely done.

Better looking every day

Even if you want to, you can’t. You must wait for the perfect time that your eyes heal. Besides you are the one who can benefit from it. And if you cannot do that, there will be a big possibility that you’ll be blind.

Destinations You Wouldn’t Want to Miss in Singapore

Singaporeans opposes that aside from dining, movies and shopping, there are no other activities and places which you can do and go. Many tourists tend to satisfy themselves only on the renowned Orchard Road, well this would only lead them to boredom! For a second, forget about the luxurious designers’ brand and better get going to explore the genuine existence of Singapore’s charm.

Well, check out these places where tourists won’t normally go and in these places, the true spirit and pride of Singaporeans lie.

Botanic Gardens

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So you’ve arrived very early in the city and business starts at 11am. “What to do?” you may ask yourself. Head out to the Botanic Gardens which open at 5am to midnight. Walk the tracks of the virgin forest and enjoy the cool atmosphere. Take the National Orchid Garden’s 1,000 orchid species and 2,000 hybrids.

Chinatown Heritage Center

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After feeling fresh at the garden, time-travel while in Singapore and visit the Chinatown Heritage Center. Make yourself a part of Singapore’s history and be fascinated by the late 19th century and early 20th century sets of kitchen, bedroom and street scenes. When done, don’t forget to buy a souvenir!

Digital Malls

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If you’re a “techy” type of traveler, Singapore has a wide-range of electronic gadgets. Funan Digitalife Mall and Sim Lim Square could let you choose your favorites! Prices are 10% to 20%off!

Singapore Flyer

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And now that you’re in Singapore, don’t go home until you experienced a ride to the Singapore Flyer. Your $29.50 is all worth it for a 30-minute ride. The best time to stop for a ride is at dusk. After an unforgettable answer to Singapore’s London eye, grab a chili crab dinner at Seafood Paradise.

Indulge and relax yourself after the fun tour and end your night at Zouk, the heart of nightlife in Singapore. Show off your moves, swagger styles and outfits at the dance floor and satisfy your drive to groove.