When it came to renovating my flat, I wasn’t chasing after endless full-height cabinets or filling every wall with storage. I’ve always believed: the fewer cabinets I own, the less clutter I’ll accumulate. Even now, after 4 months of moving in, none of my cabinets (including the bomb shelter) are more than 70% full.
Instead, I placed my priority on health and safety at home. My designer introduced me to Ecoply — the lowest formaldehyde plywood in Singapore. At first, I wondered, is this really worth it? But here’s what I’ve learned:
Authenticity you can verify — every Ecoply cabinet comes with an anti-counterfeit feature. Shine a UV torchlight, and you’ll see its authenticity mark. No worries about being cheated.
No pungent smells during reno — I visited my house almost weekly while it was under renovation, and not once did I experience the typical strong, irritating odours many new homes have.
Prolonged exposure to formaldehyde can cause itchy eyes, coughing, breathing difficulties, and even increase cancer risk. For families with elderly, kids, babies, or even pets, prevention is always better.
Honestly, this is one of the best decisions I made for my renovation. Better to invest a little more upfront than to pay the price later with your health (and wallet).