House Hacks

It’s nice to have all the pretty things at home, but if you can’t keep it nice, clean, and tidy, your lovely home won’t be lovely for long.

Windows. Portals that let you see out. And lets the sun, and prying eyes, in. The latter two are good enough reasons to cover those windows up ASAP. But how, you ask? Brick up the windows, you say? Don’t be silly. With curtains, drapes, shades, and blinds, of course!

No homeowner has the benefit of hindsight when it comes to renovating their very first home.

The thing about renovating homes is that, unless you’re in the industry, everyone’s a novice. Admit it – you can count all your renovations with only one hand. With that little experience, with a dash of inattentiveness, you are ripe for the picking by scammers.

Finding an interior designer is like finding a soulmate – it will change your life, for better or worse. Only one will involve a wedding, but both involve a long-term commitment, significant investment, and chance of constant headaches.

Mattresses are a big deal – they affect our quality of sleep and, thus, quality of life. No surprise.

Where did the time go? Everyone was just celebrating Christmas and, suddenly, the year ended and then it was the New Year.

Well, that’s it for 2022. As the year closes, the boys and girls at SIXiDES once again take a look at the trends – what people loved (or didn’t) in 2022.

You exercise. Take vitamins. You’re even on keto. But somehow, you still fall ill. Maybe, just maybe, it’s not you. It’s your house that’s unhealthy and that’s affecting you. So what do you do? Make it healthy by considering these four things: air quality, dust and pests, building materials, and water quality.

Paint is a powerful thing. It can turn drab homes into darling ones. However, the inverse is true too; the moment it peels off, your home becomes Singapore’s next haunted house attraction.

The last tile has been laid down, the paint has dried, and you’ve finally got your keys back. Time to celebrate now the dust has settled, yes? Funny you should say that (or just imagine you did if you didn’t).

Keeping the dog(s) quiet. Helping aunty carry groceries up 20 stories. Not cranking Led Zeppelin to 11 past midnight. All fine examples of good neighbourly conduct.