Finding and Building a Residence for Mr and Mrs MTSINTERNATIONAL

[More Volts Igor]

^ Have you tried using one of these? --> .
They're much better than lots of these --> ,,,,,,,,, and people won't think you're such a twat.

I rather prefer these ==> a bit more symetrical or a <CR> (thats a blank line) helps to break up the text

Enjoyable thread even with the ,,,,,,,,'s

[Marmite the Dog]

I rather prefer these ==> a bit more symetrical

They do look quite nice, actually.

[HINO]

^ Have you tried using one of these? --> .

They're much better than lots of these --> ,,,,,,,,, and people won't think you're such a twat.

If you don't like these,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,and you like these --------> you could have just asked for a change without the sarcastic name calling,,,,,,,,,,,,,,twat! Now, just to tweak yur nose more I will use whatever I want ,,,,,,,,,.....!!!!>>>

[Marmite the Dog]

^ Cool.

The trash bin will be filling up then...

[Loombucket]

^ Have you tried using one of these? --> .

They're much better than lots of these --> ,,,,,,,,, and people won't think you're such a twat.

If you don't like these,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,and you like these ---> you could have just asked for a change without the sarcastic name calling,,,,,,,,,,,,,,twat! Now, just to tweak yur nose more I will use whatever I want ,,,,,,,,,.....!!!!>>>

There are a wonderful selection of Thai characters available if you really want to personalise your dead spaces. Also a fascinating range of symbols.

Just a thought.

[a. boozer]

^ Cool.

The trash bin will be filling up then...

Marmite, I am at a loss as to your reasoning for trying to spoil what has, so far been an extremely interesting thread. Maybe you do not like one individuals style of writing, but there is no need to be rude or insulting. No one is always perfect in the eye of another - 'live and let live'.

[SEA Traveler]

kids will B kids. Anyway, I've been out of town recently on business and unable to keep up with posting new progress posts and pictures. In an effort to keep things on track, I'll do some posting and commentary in a day or so as I'll have a little free time. Here in the US, we will be celebrating a long week end in honor of our fallen fellow veterans. HOOOOA!

Thanks for doing the bouncing and cleaning up Khun Boozer. Next round on me!

[HINO]

Ok Im waiting with eager anticipation lets see whats new

[chuckd]

Reallly nice thread and progress reports.

I recently completed our building project up-country and can symphatize with your efforts. My wife's father, a building contractor, oversaw the project and did a pretty good job. We were in Saudi and unable to do much except give advice. All in all he did a nice job.

We also have a home in Pattaya so will split the time between the two places when I complete this contract.

Good luck and keep the posts and photos coming.

[SEA Traveler]

Reallly nice thread and progress reports.

I recently completed our building project up-country and can symphatize with your efforts. My wife's father, a building contractor, oversaw the project and did a pretty good job. We were in Saudi and unable to do much except give advice. All in all he did a nice job.

We also have a home in Pattaya so will split the time between the two places when I complete this contract.

Good luck and keep the posts and photos coming.

Thanks Khun Chuckd for words of encouragement from someone with the "been there done that T shirt". U R right, never easy completing a project like this from a 1/2 time there and 1/2 time away. Fortunately, Khun the Contractor was someone we had developed a ropport with and feel extreamly comfortable in having oversee the project....

[SEA Traveler]

27 May 2008;

Progress on the interior of the house continues. Gypsum stepped ceilings being completed with tape and spackling. Patio tile being laid. And preparation for painting being made. What follows shows some of the updates.


Above picture: Spacking being applied on gypsum to cover seam tape and screw holes.


Above picture: stepped ceiling prior to application of tape and spackling.


Above picture: more taping and spackling... Western kitchen area.


Above picture: Upper part of pool patio tile being laid. I think the diamond template is a nice touch to berak up the monotonous standard patterns seen.


Above picture: and another picture of the upper pool patio tile. The lower level pool patio should be started next week and will be able to show some additional pictures of that when started.

[HINO]

Khun Sea, looking better every visit. I stopped by yesterday. Talked with Khun Loong and the others. I see the first coat of paint on living/kitchen area and the huge electric consumer panel. The electrician is doing a good job and the panel is geared for 3 phase power supply even if you can't get it for awhile yur ready for it. Next I need to see the incoming supply cables,,,,I forgot to look where they are.

We will meet with Khun and Gang maybe Sunday for a first talk.

Keep the pictures coming.

Oh yeah----------.....>>>>><<<<<<,,,,,,,,whats happening on the pool? Khun said there are still difficulties with the people internally in the pool company?

[SEA Traveler]

As you say, minor issue with the pool but it is internal and does not affect the technical process. I'll follow how it plays out but as long as it does not affect the technical asspect of the project, no problem for me.

[SEA Traveler]

28 May 2008:

Contractor is getting into some of the detailed work now. He is finishing off the stepped ceilings, painting, preparing to lay the lower patio and driveway tile, etc. As one would expect, with the more detailed work being accomplished, the perception of progress has slowed but none the less, the results of this detailed work is beginning to make the house really look like a house. Here are some progress pictures from the past few days:


Above Picture: Living room looking out onto the upper part of pool patio with 1st coat of paint.


Above Picture: Living room looking out the front door with 1st coat of paint.


Above Picture: Master Bedroom looking out into the pool area with 1st coat of paint.



Above Picture: Office area with completion of the stepped ceiling and 1st coat of paint. Holes for lighting components being cut.


Above Picture: Preparation for the laying of tile on the lower pool patio.


Above Picture: More preparation for the laying of lower pool patio tile.


Above Picture: Preparation for the laying of the driveway tile.


Above Picture: Progress on the pool and preparation of walkway around the pool where the sandwash will be.

[dirtydog]

Here's a question that I don't know the answer to, would it look better if those tiles were done in random rather than the pattern in the top right?

[SEA Traveler]

Khun "Dog",

I played around just a little with the design template I wanted to use for the patio tile and settled on what you see. In the end, I think it comes down to an individual preference. In my case, I didn't want the tile template to be tooooo boxey or square so I had Khun the Contractor put them at an angle. "6 of 1 or 1/2 dozen of the other" in this case. Thanks for the added perspective.

[DrAndy]

why do you have stepped ceilings?

do they have any advantage over flat ones?

[dirtydog]

I am not knocking the design or anything, the tiles were put down the way they were supposed to be, but would they have looked better if the light bits were all together?

[SEA Traveler]

why do you have stepped ceilings?

do they have any advantage over flat ones?

Khun Andy,

One very good reason... they appealed to Mrs SEA Traveler.

They do in fact add about 20 cm to the height of the ceiling and provides a nice attractive look. This is not a unique feature as I've seen it both here in the US and also in Thailand. A matter of preference, that's all.

[SEA Traveler]

I am not knocking the design or anything, the tiles were put down the way they were supposed to be, but would they have looked better if the light bits were all together?

Khun DD,
Possibly what you point out is the case and since I am not currently at site am unable to make a first hand assessment and provide a profound response. At this point though, I'm content that the tiles seem to have been put down in a reasonable fashion and STRAIGHT. I've seen some pretty shabby tile installation jobs in Thai but so far so good on this project.

[The_Dude]

Good looking project! I noticed that your perimeter wall has significant patch work done to it. How severe are the cracks? Was this do to the walls foundation settling or expansion and contraction of block and mortor? Are there any Elastomeric Wall Coating products available in Thailand? I enclosed a link that will give you some idea of what I mean.
http://www.dehavenconstruction.com/elastomeric/index5.htm

[SEA Traveler]

Good looking project! I noticed that your perimeter wall has significant patch work done to it. How severe are the cracks? Was this do to the walls foundation settling or expansion and contraction of block and mortor? Are there any Elastomeric Wall Coating products available in Thailand? I enclosed a link that will give you some idea of what I mean.
http://www.dehavenconstruction.com/e...ric/index5.htm

Khun Dude,
Thanks for the kind comments about the project.
Wall is secure without any cracks in the block. What you noticed were some hairline cracks in the rendering/mortor of the thin layer of cement over the block wall. Wall was actually constructed about 18 months ago after I had the initial dirt brought into the area. Contractor patched the hairline cracks prior to applying the 2 coats of paint closer to completion of the project.
As it relates to availability of an elastomeric product in Thailand... best ask a fellow forum member who does some contracting work.

[The_Dude]

ST,

Thanks for the quick response and good luck with the project. I'm sure you will enjoy this house in the near future.

[AZZZEY68]

Excellent report keep it coming.

[Loombucket]

It's looking good SEA Traveler, keep the reports coming in.