Four Tips for Packing Up Your Kitchen for Moving
Moving into a new home is a significant life change. Setting up in a different environment means creating new spaces and routines, which can feel like a fresh start. It’s undoubtedly an exciting time but before you begin the process of settling in, you first need to pack up all the things you’ve accumulated in your old home so you can safely move them into the new one.
Getting your belongings ready for the move can be a time-consuming process, especially if you own a lot. However, it is necessary to pack everything carefully so nothing gets damaged or left behind. This is especially true for the items in your kitchen, which often include fragile objects like glass and ceramics. A home kitchen appliance such as your fridge also needs to be prepared well as moving can jostle motors and other mechanisms, which can affect its functions.
You may need to clean up as you go, so along with your packing materials, get your cleaning supplies ready and follow these tips for packing up your kitchen.
Wrap All Breakable Items
If you have heirloom china, a favourite teapot, or a matching set of cups and plates, you’ll definitely want to protect these from accidental breakage during the move. Marking a box container with a “fragile” label isn’t enough; it’s best to wrap each piece individually so that they have ample cushioning if the box moves around. You can use old newspapers for more durable items like mugs and glass bakeware but thin and delicate crystals like champagne flutes and wine goblets are best wrapped in bubble wrap. Wrapping items in bubble wrap or even just old newspapers also prevents them from banging against each other, which can cause hairline cracks.
While your pots and pans are not as fragile, it is also a good idea to wrap these individually before packing them into a box. Some cookware is finished with special treatments like non-stick coating, which can get scratched off if not handled carefully. Wrapping ensures that these treatments stay intact and the pans don’t damage each other.
Empty Out Your Fridge
Imagine how difficult it would be to move the refrigerator with everything else inside. Not only would the contents add to the overall weight, but it is also likely that moving would cause them to get jostled around and possibly result in spills. To prevent making a mess, remove all the contents of your fridge and freezer. If the food is highly perishable, it’s best to consume them right away or to dispose of them as the refrigerator needs to be unplugged for at least 24 hours before moving the appliance. The fridge will also need to rest unplugged for between a few hours and an entire day, depending on the model, after moving. This resting time gives the compressor oil and coolants a chance to settle back in after the move.
Once all the contents are removed from the fridge and the freezer has been defrosted, clean the shelves and insides with warm, soapy water to remove all traces of food. You can also wipe the surfaces with bleach diluted with water to deal with any odours. Dry everything, then either remove the racks to transport them separately or use tape to secure them in place. You’ll also want to tie or tape the door shut so it doesn’t open during the move.
Clean Your Stove
If you’re also bringing your stove into your new home, make sure to prepare it by disconnecting electrical or gas lines ahead of time. To ensure that this is done safely, you can request the gas company to send personnel to check for leaks and any parts that might need to be repaired or replaced. They can also assist you with installing your stove in your new home.
Clean the stove thoroughly once disconnected, If there are removable burners, either put them in a separate container or tape them into place. Do the same for oven racks, drip pans, and other parts that can come loose during transport. Make sure to also tape doors and covers shut. If you are wary of the appliance getting scratched in the process of moving, you can use large cardboard pieces to cover the exterior.
Put Small Appliances in Boxes
Small appliances like coffee makers, toasters, and blenders often have loose parts and accessories that can easily get lost during your move. To ensure that you don’t lose anything important, it’s best to place the appliances in their original boxes to fit perfectly and everything is kept together. For this reason, some people make it a habit to keep the appliance boxes, but if you have already disposed of the containers, you can buy new ones just for your move.
First, check if the appliance is still functional before deciding to take it along. If it’s broken or you don’t really use it much, it may be best to dispose of the appliance instead. Make sure to wrap breakable pieces like glass carafes and pitchers before putting them into the box. You may also want to label the boxes with the item name and where it will be used so that the movers know to place these boxes into your new kitchen.
Moving can be an exciting but stressful process that requires a lot of hard work. Since many of your home appliances are likely in your kitchen, you have to take extra care with their transport. Following these tips can help ensure that your fresh start in a new home goes smoothly.
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The tuition centre is best known for its unique Everloop Improvement System which comes complimentary on top of the weekly lessons as after-class resources. Students have access to extra worksheets, comprehensive learning videos & can attend as many extra revision sessions as required (in-person or from home) to revise and improve.
On top of that, complimentary with all enrolments, students have access to the following additional after-class resources:
1) LessonTube where students can easily access and revisit or revise the content that they either missed or don’t understand fully in class.
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3) Unlimited access to extra learning resources of up to 3 previous levels (e.g. P6 student receives everything from P3/P4/P5 too) to help them revise and improve even more. This includes everything from worksheets, exam-oriented questions and learning videos!
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5 Best Hair Replacement & Hair Transplant Salons in Singapore
Hair thinning and permanent hair loss are among the most common problems faced by men and women. There might be multiple reasons behind hair shedding, i.e. ageing, genetics, stress and side effects of the medicines. Nevertheless, seeing the head of your glory going is always a painful experience.
Fortunately, modern technologies and medical science has developed several successful techniques to replace your hair. The treatment options may include medicines to let your hair regrow, and in severe cases, the hair follicles can also be grafted by getting the same from any donor area of the body.
Although hair replacement techniques have a successful track record, the process is complex and requires a high level of expertise. Therefore, considering all the matters, our team has compiled a list of the 5 best hair replacement & hair transplant salons in Singapore [updated 2025]. Let’s check it out!
5 Ways Singapore Educators Can Help Protect Students from the COVID-19 Pandemic
When the SARS-CoV-2 virus spread and caused the first significant global pandemic since the 2009 H1N1 swine flu pandemic, many of the world’s most important social and economic sectors came to a standstill. One such sector was education. Teachers, administrators, and other employees of educational institutions scrambled to make ends meet in the absence of students. The students themselves, although not initially classified as a vulnerable demographic, eventually bore the mental and emotional brunt of living through a health crisis and having their school-related routines taken away from them.
The ramifications of the pandemic will be felt for a very, very long time. Knowing that, those who are in a position to protect the next generation of learners from further physical, mental, and emotional strain must already prepare to do so. To that end, here’s what educators can do to safeguard the wellbeing of students in Singapore schools. If everyone does their part, school communities can remain safe, healthy, and happy places for young pupils to learn in.
Enhance the Alternatives to Face-to-Face Schooling
Like other social and civic spaces, Singapore schools had to follow health measures like social distancing in order to curb the spread of COVID-19. This is true whether in public high schools run by the Ministry of Education or in private international primary schools in Singapore. Virtual instruction and online learning protocols were rolled out so that students would be less exposed to the virus and could continue their school activities from the safety of their home.
As of this time, there’s a consensus within the education community that online learning will be here to stay in some form. Though Singapore is eyeing a reopening of its local economy, schools must reflect the government’s cautious approach when transitioning back to full face-to-face schooling. That also means that there’s a lot of opportunities to strengthen online schooling programs for even better delivery of educational services. Educators can look into leveraging interactive play, socialization, and parent-assisted learning in ways that mimic the spirit of classroom learning. That way, students will not only be safer from the threat of exposure—they will also feel less like they are missing out on the best parts of their school life.
Explain in Simplest Terms the Rationale Behind Each Health Guideline
Another way that school staff can protect their students from COVID-19 is through health education. It’s up to educators, as well as parents, to cascade the Singapore government’s most current guidelines for combating COVID-19 to families.
Note that it may be easier for adults to understand the rationale behind the health guidelines that are currently in place. Conversely some students—especially those of a very young age—may have trouble understanding why they have to do certain things, like wear masks or keep a distance from their friends. In these situations, it’s good for educators and parents to determine age-appropriate language and concrete ways of demonstrating the value of mask wearing, cough and sneeze etiquette, hand washing, and social distancing. Above all, these adults must act as good role models for younger children in following best health practices and being considerate of the well-being of others.
Clean, Disinfect, and Air Out the Campus Grounds
In anticipation of students’ gradual return to campus—either in a hybrid learning setup or in full face-to-face classes when they are finally deemed safe—the school needs to be adequately prepared. The environment should be clean, sanitized, and well-ventilated so as to keep the virus from circulating in the air and from contaminating surfaces.
One thing that schools can fully control is their preparation for any imminent arrival of a group of students, parents, or staff. For the students’ protection as well as that of the adults, school administrators should keep a schedule and rules for entering the campus and ensure that campus grounds are properly cleaned and aired out.
Keep and Update Contact Information of Students and Their Families
Singapore’s aggressive contact tracing measures have demonstrated the importance of keeping people in the community fully in the loop about the status of their health. In the same spirit, schools can collect information about students and their families and let them know in real-time about COVID-related emergencies, like local community outbreaks.
It isn’t just an issue of disseminating information to students and their families; it’s also an issue of making sure the message arrives in a timely manner. Thus, teachers must remind parents to update their students’ contact information and inform the school of any major developments, like a change in phone number or address.
Watch Over Students’ Mental Health as Well as Their Physical Health
Lastly, educators must be able to watch out for their students’ mental health as well as their physical health. COVID-19 isn’t the only ailment that schools and families must watch out for during this health crisis. The disruption to their everyday routines, as well as feelings of loneliness and isolation, can affect the mental and emotional health of all students, whether they’re in preschool, elementary school, or secondary school.
Now more than ever, teachers should ensure that their students are eating well, getting enough sleep, and feeling adequately supported by their friends, family, and school personnel. The warmth and care for students’ wellbeing—something that they miss experiencing in person—must also be adapted for them in these trying times. If you are an educator looking to supplement your resources, you can read these additional guidelines for schoolchildren on how to keep safe from COVID-19. Stay abreast of the COVID-19 situation in Singapore and be on the lookout for how this will affect your students and your education program. Here’s to securing the safety of children and continuing to do the noble work of nurturing young minds.
How much does it cost to develop a mobile app in Singapore?
As time goes on technology continues to become more important in our everyday lives. From sending messages to friends over Whatsapp, emailing colleagues with Gmail, and watching videos on Tiktok, you can pretty much do anything over your phone or computer. With the rise in popularity of apps there has been a huge increase in demand for mobile app development in Singapore.
Entrepreneurs want to develop unique products to improve our lives and enterprises want to build apps for their customers and internal processes. This is where price comes in. Both enterprises and startups want to develop a cost effective solution. A top quality app at an affordable price. In this article we will explain exactly how you can do that.
We will look at all the factors that contribute to the total cost, the different approaches you can take in terms of technology used, the app developer you hire, and the different kinds of apps you can build and what it will cost you to develop in Singapore. It’s important that you know this before talking to a development company so you can be sure the price they quote you will be fair and the quality you receive is what you expected.
The main factors are:
- The development company (size, reputation, and quality)
- The development company’s location (US, UK, Singapore, India, Australia, etc)
- The technologies used to develop the app (Swift, Kotlin, Javascript, React, etc)
- The platforms needed to develop for (web, Android, iOS, etc)
- The timeframe in which you need the project to be completed in
- The features and complexity of those features in the app
The development company
Software development companies like Potado are the builders of the digital world. Instead of skyscrapers and houses, they build apps and websites. Just like some builders construct better properties than others, some software developers build better apps than others. A development company can differ based on these factors:
Size – how many employees do they have
The more the merrier you might think, but the honest truth is that this factor doesn’t matter much. Having a big team obviously means the company is more successful in terms of revenue, but that doesn’t mean they build the best software. It just means they have a larger marketing department. That’s not to say that a smaller app development company is better either, it’s just to highlight that it doesn’t matter. The reasons why some developers might have a smaller team is because they don’t want to manage a large team, or they aren’t very business savvy. They just want to build apps from dusk till dawn without managing many people. If you think about it, these developers can build any app. Why don’t they just build their own and launch it, become billionaires and retire? Because they are developers not business people. They love learning about new technologies and don’t want to spend a second of their time on Instagram or TikTok. So when hiring a team to work with don’t worry about the size. A bigger company will charge much more than a smaller team, so keep that in mind.
Reputation and quality – which apps have they built or which clients have they worked with and was the client impressed
This is one factor which contributes to the price of developing an app which is also fair. If a company has proven themselves again and again, you can expect it to cost more and that’s because many people want to work with them. They can pick and choose their clients so they are able to push up the price to make sure they only attract the best clients. It’s also a bit of a snowball effect because as a company’s reputation improves over time because of experience they also know the importance of hiring the best people and the best people don’t come cheap. An app development team usually consists of multiple software developers, UI/UX designers, product managers and software testers or quality assurance specialists. More advanced projects also require experts in AI, machine learning, data science or other technologies such as blockchain.
A nice way to get an initial preview of a developer quality is to look at their website. A lot of app development companies have very bad websites. If they can’t even build a nice site for themselves, how would you trust them to build one for you! Then take a look at their portfolio. How do the app designs look? If you see they use old and outdated designs, you should avoid them. A quick way to spot a low quality developer is to see the designs they use. The developers that have well designed apps on their portfolio are going to be asking for a higher price but you can expect a well designed, well engineered app that can handle all the needs of your users and rank on top of the app store.
The app development company’s location
Thanks to the work of app developers themselves at Google and others, we now have access to a network of people from all around the world. So do you need to hire an app developer in Singapore, when you have access to developers in the United States, Australia or India. The short answer is, yes, local is always better! A lot of people have tried working with offshore development houses in India because of the lower costs. The reason prices differ depending on the country is because of the cost of development. If you compare developer salaries in India to the United States, there will be a huge difference. The US is a lot more expensive to live in so salaries tend to be much higher. The same goes for Singapore. While the cost to develop an app in Singapore is less than the United States, it’s not cheap either and that’s because Singapore is an expensive place to be. The quality of the app also tends to be higher 99% of the time when developed in a place like Singapore or the United States. More so than quality is the importance of communication. To build a successful app a developer should also have a bit of a sense for the local market and what the others are doing.
The technologies used to develop the app
Different technologies often require developers with certain specialized expertise and this can contribute to the cost of developing an app. Software developers often specialize in a language like Javascript, Python, Swift or Kotlin. On top of that they need to use certain frameworks that need to be learnt as well. For example an app like Grab on Android was built using a language called Dart on a framework called Flutter. Other mobile apps are built using Javascript and a framework called React Native. Some apps for iPhone are built natively using Swift and the Xcode platform. Not a lot of developers specialize in Swift so these developers can charge higher prices. For an app development company they will need to increase the cost of an app if it is built in Swift for example because they need to put their Swift developers on that project.
More than that software projects often rely on third party tools we call API’s. These tools allow us to do certain tasks within the app without having to rebuild it. Some external company manages this and developers can just plug it into their apps. Using these can both increase or decrease the cost depending on how advanced the integration is. They can also decrease the cost by saving time. A good company will always suggest these to their clients where they feel it could be beneficial and the client will make the final decision on whether they want to use it or not based on research and also the pricing of the tool.
The platforms needed to develop for
Nowadays people want to access a service anywhere it’s convenient for them to use it. Desktop computers, mobile devices, and even in their cars. On mobile we have Android and iOS as well as web and on Desktop we have Mac, Windows, Linux, Chrome, Firefox, Safari as well as web. One app won’t work on all platforms and some platforms are simpler to develop software for. For example, let’s take a look at Spotify or Whatsapp. You can download them on the Google Play Store or Huawei App Gallery on Android or the App Store on iOS. You can also access them from your web browser on your mobile or desktop and you can even use them in your car or on your smart watch. So if you just wanted to develop for mobile you would need to develop 3 apps. Android, iOS and web. That means taking the quote for your project and times it three. That is if you develop it natively.
Native development means to develop an app specific to the platform. These are best used for apps like the Camera and Calculator. For most other apps we can rely on Cross-Platform development tools such as React Native and Flutter. They allow developers to create one app that works on both Android and iOS and that lowers both the development time and cost. It’s a no brainer! The company you work with should be able to offer you the best platform advice depending on your project.
The timeframe in which you need the project to be completed in
This one is simple. The cost of developing an app depends on the number of hours required to build it. If you have an urgent deadline a company would be able to make that deadline by assigning more developers. So if you need the project to be completed in a shorter timeframe than planned, it will cost much more.
A quick note about changes during development. Once a project is underway it’s not uncommon to want to change things or deviate from the plan. Sometimes a small thing to a non technical person could mean a big thing to a developer as they need to restructure to allow for that. So do understand that planning is essential and any changes could lead to price increases. A good company will spend a lot of time on planning and specifications before starting.
The features and complexity of those features in the app
The most obvious factor contributing to the price would be the features your app has. Simple features such as viewing information about something would cost much less than having to implement mapping and tracking like Grab. The more custom a feature is, the more work it would take. The same goes for design. An app that takes on the design of the OS is a lot quicker to create, than a custom design. It’s always best to look at what the top apps are doing so you can provide your users with an experience that they are used to and comfortable with.
So now that you know about the main factors that influence the cost, let’s take a look at the types of apps as well as the cost to develop it in Singapore.
App Development Cost In Singapore
The average cost to develop a simple app with standard functionality in Singapore is around $50,000 in a 3 month timeframe. The cost might be lower or it could also extend to $150,000 with a 4 or 5 month timeline depending on the complexity. Large projects for multiple platforms and complex features can take close to a year to develop and can cost $300,000+. So let’s dive into some examples of apps and what an estimated cost would be. Please note that these are just rough estimates and the price varies depending on your specific software needs.
1. Informative Mobile Apps
These are probably the simplest kinds of apps you can build. They don’t typically connect to servers and usually display information about something.
Some examples would be a guide, restaurant menu, or conference app. A conference app for example would have information about the lineup, venue, speakers etc all viewable in the app. An app like this would cost $10,000 – $40,000 on average.
2. Productivity Apps
These kinds of apps typically have very few views. They just help users complete specific tasks like storing documents and images online (Think Google Drive or Photos), managing projects (like Trello), or planning your daily tasks (Google Keep, or any other TODO list app).
The focus is on the backend here as the server needs to be able to sync data between devices. You want to be able to see the same thing on your desktop as you would on your phone. These apps also don’t allow you to interact with other users. It’s all about improving your own productivity and they could cost around $15,000 – $50,000.
3. Utility Marketplace Apps
Utility marketplace apps are apps that allow us to complete certain tasks by booking a service. For example in Singapore we can book a taxi with Grab, we can order Food on Grab Food and Deliveroo, and you can do pretty much anything you can think of through apps like these. These apps are a little more complex to build as they require authentication, mapping, payments, and connecting of the user to the provider. These apps also provide some of the best opportunities for startup founders. In Singapore an app like this will set you back around $20,000 – $90,000 depending on how complex your initial build will be.
4. Lifestyle Apps
These apps are there to help users improve their lives. Diet apps help people eat food to live a healthier lifestyle. Workout apps help people keep fit by showing them routines, exercises and tips. Dating apps like Tinder and Badoo help people find love or create new friendships by matching them up. These apps vary by which features they include so can cost anywhere from $20,000 – $70,000 to develop in Singapore. The price would be a lot higher for example if you wanted to include complex AI algorithms to match people up based on specific criteria.
5. Gaming Apps
Gaming is one of the industries that has seen the most growth in recent years. Gaming now takes home about 30% of the mobile market share and are one of the top grossing apps. Gaming used to be a very niche thing, now you see people of all ages and genders giving it a go! The growth isn’t going anywhere and building a game app is a great investment.
These apps are not easy to build though. A simple 2D game will cost you around $80,000 to $150,000 to develop in Singapore. While a 3D game will require the use of 3D graphics, physics and gaming engines such as Unreal and Unity. It’s a large time commitment and will cost around $150,000 – $500,000 to develop.
6. Travel Apps
Since the Covid-19 pandemic travel has been a bit of an unpleasant topic, but travel apps such as Agoda and Airbnb allow you to book a place to stay in any city in the world. Other apps like Skyscanner allow you to search through flights to specific airlines to find a flight that best suits you based on departure time, price or airline. These apps are similar to marketplace apps and cost around $20,000 – $90,000 to develop in the Lion City.
7. Social Media Apps
Social media apps can be both simple and complex but what makes them a bigger project than productivity apps is that they are multi-user apps. They require you to be able to interact with other people on the platform. Think of TikTok or Instagram. You can upload photos and videos, but you can also interact with pictures and videos other people upload as well as message those people. Another example would be messaging apps like Whatsapp or Telegram. Anyone can create an account and then you can send messages to anyone who uses the app. Because of the nature of creating accounts and allowing them to interact with others these apps can be quite complex and can cost $40,000 to $100,000 to develop in Singapore.
8. E-Commerce Apps
E-commerce has been all the hype as the fastest growing niche to be in South East Asia. Companies like Shopee and Lazada are some of the biggest players. Shopee and Lazada are not typical e-commerce apps though. They are e-commerce marketplace apps because they allow third parties to sell via the platforms so it is a lot bigger of a project. A typical e-commerce app would be for a store to develop its own platform to sell its products. This is great for growing the brand and also customer loyalty. Once these companies no longer need to rely on a platform for growth it is best to build their own. These apps typically feature product filters, shopping carts and payment and cost around $15,000 – $60,000 to develop.
9. Enterprise Apps These apps are usually used by large companies to manage processes or staff. Think about logistics tracking for example. An app could be built to track the package as it moves to its final destination. An app like that would cost around $20,000 to $50,000 to develop but an app that is used to manage accounts, securely store documents and manage multiple internal processes can easily cost 150,000 if it is going to take several months to build.
Top 3 Reasons Why Your Business Needs Digital Marketing
Every business must engage in marketing of some sort. It’s a basic business function, and without it, no business would be able to determine what to sell, at what price, to which customers, and so forth. If a business decides to forego its marketing efforts, it may as well shutter its doors and turn out the lights, because driving and delivering revenue – the main point of being in business in the first place – would be next to impossible without engaging in marketing.
This, then, is the same argument for why companies need to be involved in digital marketing as well: simply put, to do so would be detrimental to a business’s capacity to operate. While revenue may continue to flow for a while thanks to more traditional marketing efforts, it would only be a matter of time before a company’s market share would be consumed by more aggressive, more digitally savvy competitors.
For a more broken down exploration of why digital marketing is vital to today’s business landscape, here are the most important reasons you need to engage a digital marketing company in Singapore today.
Your Market is Online
Unless you and the rest of your board of directors have been living under a rock, you’ve probably noticed that a lot of people have turned to the internet for whatever they need. For context: around half of the world’s population, or around 4.6 billion users, are online and using the internet at any given time. Of these, around half, or 2.3 billion, are accessing the net from a mobile device. While COVID-19 is keeping most prudent people locked indoors, this is still an indicator of how widespread internet usage is; assuming the absence of the pandemic, it’s likely that all those users would still be able to access the internet, no matter where they were.
These numbers indicate the ubiquity of the net, but not necessarily its potency as a market, so here it is: as of 2019, the total evaluation of the global e-commerce market was estimated to be US$3.5 trillion, and was expected to exceed US$5.4 trillion by the end of 2021. As it turns out, this expectation is likely a conservative one. The global pandemic has encouraged people to shop online even more than initially expected, and has actually had a positive impact on global online shopping.
Clearly, there is revenue to be collected online as people become more and more comfortable shopping online, a trend that is likely to continue on into the future.
Your Competitors are Already Doing It
If your company has been dragging its feet to make the transition to online marketing, you can be sure that your competitors have not. In all likelihood, they have already taken advantage of their less digitally savvy competitors’ unwillingness or inability to embrace digital marketing and have realigned their marketing budgets to account for spending online. As a result, the total spending worldwide for advertising online has exploded, exceeding US$378 billion in 2020 and tracking to exceed US$455 billion by the end of 2021. In the US alone, digital advertising comprises the largest portion of total advertising spending throughout the country, accounting for US$152 billion of the total US$282 billion spent on advertising in 2020.
The explanations for this widespread use of digital advertising and marketing tactics are varied and multifaceted. These include the almost universal adoption of both smartphones and 4G and 5G connectivity, allowing anyone to be online almost anywhere. Brands, no matter their size, must respond to this new, always-connected consumer, and must shift their focus away from more traditional forms of advertising to account for new user preferences and expectations.
It Can Supplement Your Offline Marketing
While more traditional advertising is currently being outstripped by its more modern counterparts, this does not mean it no longer delivers some value. In fact, digital marketing can support and refine offline marketing initiatives in several ways.
One of these is by delivering immediate user feedback. Digital marketing is different from more traditional forms of marketing in that it’s a two-way communication channel, rather than one-way. Users who interact with a digital ad or a brand’s piece of content can immediately provide feedback on it, whether positive or negative, which will allow brands to refine and improve their own communications strategy. This improves a brand’s advertising initiatives and brings it more in line with what their market would prefer.
As an added bonus, brands who release ads and content that are especially interesting or engaging can benefit from virality that simply isn’t available to more traditional advertising and marketing initiatives. Customers may feel inclined to share a brand’s content via their own social media, effectively doing the brand’s job of promoting its products and services.
Ignoring digital marketing would be a mistake in today’s business landscape. Prudent brands would be quick to embrace the digital revolution, pursue their market, and reallocate their marketing budgets accordingly.
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5 Reasons to Choose a Healthcare Facility for Your Aging Parents
Are your parents or loved ones getting old? Are you searching for ways to provide them the best kind of care and support? If that’s the case, then this blog post might help you out.
Aging can be a difficult process, not just because of the very idea of it but mainly due to the complications that come with it. Some seniors struggle to look after themselves let alone live independently because they have physiological or cognitive impairments that render them helpless. Their quality of life is simply lowered by the changes happening in them.
With that said, it’s extremely important to provide the elderly with the nurturing care, support, and assistance that they need. But if their children or familial caregivers have jobs and families to take care of, how are they going to do it? This is where senior health care facilities come in.
Where can I find a good health care facility for my aging loved one?
A health care facility is a place where people can receive high-quality health care services. Since adults are prone to developing medical conditions as they age, they need to have easy access to things like medical check-ups, therapy, medical escorts, and many others.
Many nursing homes in Singapore as well as nursing home alternatives like Assisted Living provide healthcare services for the elderly. This is a part of their program in improving the quality of life of seniors. Here, family members will no longer have to worry about the health and overall well-being of their elderly loved ones. Everything will be taken care of by the caregiving staff and on-call doctors and nurses.
5 reasons to choose a health care facility for your aging loved one
If you are having second thoughts or feeling overwhelmed about choosing a health care facility for your elderly loved one, here are compelling reasons that might help convince you why this is the best choice for them:
1. A wide range of healthcare services
A healthcare facility can provide long-term and short-term medical services that seniors need. Facilities like this offer services like around-the-clock nursing care, medical check-ups with physicians and other needed specialists, medication management, pain management, medical escorts, and many more. There is also medical equipment available so as not to require the care recipient to rush to a hospital right away.
2. Extensive rehabilitative services
For seniors experiencing any form of disability, this is where they can get the right treatment. You can find extensive rehabilitative services in nursing homes and other types of senior care facilities. This includes speech therapy, physical therapy, and occupational therapy led by professionals in the field. This way, seniors can reverse or at least reduce the progression of whatever disability they may have and experience a better quality of life.
3. Nutritional meals
Nutrition is an essential part of a healthy lifestyle. Eating the right food will enable seniors to strengthen their bodies and reduce the risk of developing diseases and chronic illnesses. Nursing homes offer well-balanced meals that are also monitored by a nutritionist. This way, your elderly loved ones will be disciplined and controlled when it comes to the food that they eat.
4. Assistance with activities of daily living
Some aging adults need help with even the most basic of tasks, especially those centered around self-care. Healthcare facilities do not just offer medical-related services but also ones that are essential for their day-to-day living. Activities like feeding, bathing, dressing, and others will be assisted by highly trained caregivers and nursing staff.
5. Social events and recreational activities
Social interaction and cultivating activities are important in improving the mental and psychological health of seniors. As they age, they are also prone to developing depression and anxiety which may stem from the changes that they feel or being separated from their families. Nursing homes and nursing home alternatives alike provide fun events and recreational activities where they can connect with like-minded individuals and find new passions and hobbies. Living healthily is also made possible by living happily.
Factors to consider in choosing a health care facility
Before you move your elderly loved one into a nursing home, make sure to take these factors into careful consideration:
Credibility of doctors, nurses, and other medical professionals
Make sure to assess whether or not their medical consultants and staff have an extensive background in caring for the elderly. Seniors are not as strong and healthy as younger adults. They’re much more delicate so they must get medical advice and be continuously monitored by good doctors and nurses (who are also compassionate and caring towards their patients).
Respectfulness of caregiving staff towards residents
It’s also important to do a background check on the caregivers and nursing staff. Find out if they are caring, patient, and respectful toward their care recipients. Elderly abuse is real and prevalent in some areas so it’s important to be vigilant about this matter since you are entrusting the safety and welfare of your loved ones to another person.
Safety and cleanliness of the facility
This is a crucial point, especially if your loved one will be staying there for a very long time. Make sure that the facility has safety features that will protect your loved one from getting lost or injured. Most facilities have senior-friendly fittings installed. Also, check if the facility is clean and sanitary. Some diseases can stem from dirty surroundings.
Variety of amenities and activities
Find out if the activities are fun and would leave a positive impact on the well-being of your loved ones. Knowing that your loved one will engage in social events and make new friends will lessen your worry of them feeling isolated or depressed. They should also have amenities like self-care establishments (e.g. salons) or those related to entertainment. This will make their stay more fulfilling.
Welcoming toward visitors
If you want to check on your elderly loved one from time to time, make sure that the facility is open to visitors coming over anytime. They should be considerate of the residents’ needs to see their families.
If you’re struggling financially or looking for the cheapest nursing home, you can turn to financial assistance or subsidies offered by the government. These exist in order to help seniors that come from a low income-earner household. This way, your elderly loved one can still move into a quality nursing home and have access to healthcare services that he or she needs.
3 Best Rubbish Chute Repair & Replacement Services in Singapore
Rubbish chutes have become necessary in modern homes as they enable the discharge of all kinds of garbage without affecting the surrounding environment. Specifically, when you get used to it, living without this helpful tool becomes a headache.
Rubbish chutes and hoppers come in different types and technologies; many factors must be considered to ensure their continuous functioning. In this scenario, if this equipment goes out of order, finding the right technician to put it back into action would certainly be a hassle.
Our team has made things easy for you if you land on this page to find a reliable service provider. Let’s review the below list of the 3 best chute repair & replacement services in Singapore [2025 review].
Caring Skin
THE SPA:
Caring Skin takes pride as a multi-awarded and the most positively-reviewed facial spa in Singapore. It was established in 2013 and has grown in popularity for its customized facial treatments provided by well-trained and experienced aestheticians. Caring Skin is well-known for its use of plant-based ingredients and cutting-edge technology to address various skin problems for both men and women. Caring Skin also uses state-of-the-art skin analysis machines to generate your unique skin profile and come up with the best skin solutions for you.
THE FACIAL DEALS:
- H2 Infusion Facial Trial – S$98 + GST: H2 Infusion treatment is specially designed to nourish your skin and boost your skin’s immunity to fight against harmful free radicals. This facial is best for deep-pore cleansing, pore reduction, exfoliation, and hydration.
- Sensitive & Acne Skin Facial (First Trial) – S$98 + GST: Enjoy 90 minutes of plant-based facial treatment that is customized to suit your skin type as evaluated through the free VISIA Skin analysis. You can then choose among the offered range of skin and acne solutions. To top it off, you will also get a complimentary Cryo Meso Therapy, a skin rejuvenating procedure that improves blood circulation, collagen production, skin repair, and skin renewal.
LOCATIONS:
@Bedok Djitsun Mall
445 Bedok North Street 1, #02-04/05 Djitsun Mall, Singapore 469661
Phone: +65 6241 1711
@Ngee Ann City
391B Orchard Road, #05-22, Singapore 238873
Phone: +65 6235 3551
@Heartland Mall
205 Hougang Street 21, #03-10, Singapore 530205
Phone: +65 6242 3668
@321 Clementi
321 Clementi Avenue 3 , #02-09 Singapore 129905
Phone: +65 6737 7797
GetActive! Together with SG56
Singaporeans are coming together to celebrate our nation’s founding this August.
The GetActive! Together with SG56 Run & Ride virtual event aims to bring runners and cyclists together to commemorate our beloved nation’s 56th National Day.
Event details:
Registration: Open NOW till 31 July
Race period (for both Run and Cycle): 1 August, 2021 – 15 August, 2021
Race Entry: S$ 12.90 (Early bird at 20% off)
Event Tee: S$ 15.90
Event Singlet: S$ 15.90
SG56 Race Pack (inclusive of Event Tee, Singlet & Commemorative Coin): S$ 35.90
Choose to compete individually or with a team in this exciting event. Celebrate with our nation and stay ACTIVE with friends and family over two weeks.
Explore new scenic routes or run/cycle to your favourite cafe – let’s race as one.
Majulah Singapura!
More details here:
Run: https://web.42race.com/race-bundle/sg56run
Cycle: https://web.42race.com/race-bundle/sg56cycle
Complete Works of William Shakespeare (Abridged)
3 Actors. 37 plays. 97 minutes. It’s Shakespeare at its funniest!
Experience Shakespeare like never before as SRT presents London’s longest-running comedy, The Complete Works of William Shakespeare (Abridged). An irreverent, fast-paced romp through the best bits of the Bard’s plays. From Elizabethan England, to a power station in Pasir Panjang, watch as three actors weave their wicked way through all of Shakespeare’s 37 comedies, histories, and tragedies in one wild 97-minute ride that will leave you breathless with laughter.
Singapore International Energy Week 2021
The 14th Singapore International Energy Week (SIEW) is Asia’s leading platform for the discussion of key energy issues that impact the region. This year’s theme, “Advancing the Energy Transition”, highlights the growing momentum for a sustainable energy future and emerging opportunities for green growth.
Last year, SIEW’s hybrid format attracted more than 30 ministers, 300 speakers globally, and over 20,000 on site and online participants from over 80 countries. Organised by the Energy Market Authority of Singapore, SIEW 2021 will take place from 25 to 29 October 2021 at the Marina Bay Sands Expo and Convention Centre, Marina Bay Sands, Singapore.
Affordable Door & Door Frame Repair Singapore
SERVICE RATES: Call to get a free quotation.
DOOR TYPES THEY SERVICE:
- Aluminum Door
- Glass Door
- Wooden Door
OTHER DOOR SERVICES:
- Kitchen Cabinet Door Repair
- Wardrobe Door Repair
- Roller Replacement
Esco Leasing
SERVICES
- Long and short-term lease of equipment and furniture.
- Home furnishing for staff members of international corporates
- Sale of eco-friendly furniture through the Gallery 278 showroom
Grand Oak TCM Clinic
SERVICES:
- Acupuncture: scalp, auricular, and body
- Acupressure
- Laser acupuncture
- Cupping
- Herbal medication
PRICES:
- First Consultation: $20
- Follow up: $12
- Body acupuncture: $40
- Scalp acupuncture: $60-$120
- Auricular acupuncture:$30-$60
- Laser acupuncture: $118
- Facial acupuncture: $98
- House call: $100-$150 additional charge
5 Best Private Chinese Tutors in Singapore 2025
When you learn a language, it enriches you. For children, learning more than one language enhances their mental flexibility. It is also a way of promoting and preserving their culture and heritage. However, not everyone has the same abilities when it comes to learning. Therefore, language courses can be quite a challenge. That is where the services of a good private tutor come in.
Private Chinese tutors offer students individual attention. For example, they are able to focus on problem areas like pronunciation, vocabulary, and grammar. In addition, a private tutor adapts to the student’s pace of learning. Therefore there will be no danger of your child struggling to keep up. Also, during the holidays, your child will be able to maintain his momentum. To guide you in identifying a good tutor for your needs, here is information on the 5 best private Chinese tutors in Singapore [updated 2025].
See also: 5 Best Math Tutors in Singapore
The 5 Best Indoor Playgrounds for Kids in Singapore 2025
Watching your kids having fun in a safe and sound area is undoubtedly the utmost pleasure a parent can have. Unfortunately, in land-scarce Singapore, open playgrounds are not available in most, so indoor playgrounds are getting into the trend.
When looking for an indoor playground, you must be concerned about the facilities available and the service provider’s safety measures. Prices and the overall environment might also be the other areas to look at.
Whether you plan to find a dreamland for your children or simply a Plan-B for the rainy season, the following list of the 5 best indoor playgrounds for kids in Singapore [updated 2025] will help you out. So let’s have a look!
Tayo Station
SERVICES AND FACILITIES:
- Fun games
- Recreational activities
- Birthday party packages
- Entertainment spaces and interactive areas
- Toy store and canteen
- Seating arrangement for parents
- Ball pool and shows
PRICES:
- Free for babies with age less than one year
- $24 on weekdays and $28 on weekends for children up to 12 years
- One accompanying adult is free and $6/pax for additional adults
- $138 for savers pass
Pororo Park
FACILITIES AND SERVICES:
- Pororo & friends’ gallop station
- Hinoki pit
- Petty supermarket
- Shark ball pool
- Pororo express train
- Pororo’s house
- Poby’s jungle gym
- Tong tong’s little theatre
- Toddler area
- Rody’s toystore
- Eddy’s classroom
- Lockers loopy’s
- Cafe
- Birthday parties
- School trips
PRICES:
- Free for babies with age of 1 year and below
- $33.20 for children up to 12 years
- $7.50 per person for adults
Electrolux 55cm Compact Dishwasher
There are many dangers when we decide to buy a dishwasher, especially if we have small, curious little ones in our household. If you are concerned about your kids’ safety, Electrolux compact dishwasher is suitable for your family. The child lock mode ensures that your child is safe at all times.
In addition to this, the Electrolux dishwasher has an auto-off function that helps you save energy. It also has numerous washing programs that ensure flexibility, despite its small size. As a result, it’s an excellent choice for small homes.
The compact standalone dishwasher boasts up to five temperature levels to ensure thorough dishwashing. It is also thermo-efficient, so it does not waste any energy. So, whether you want a quick wash, a comprehensive performance, or you are concerned with water waste, Electrolux covers all your needs.
HIGHLIGHT FEATURES:
- Compact and ideal for small homes
- Child lock mode to keep your little ones safe
- Thermo-efficient and eco-friendly
- Auto-off function to prevent energy waste
- Five temperature levels and up to six modes
Toshiba Mini 5L Portable Dishwasher
Toshiba DWS-22ASG(K) is a mini dishwasher with plenty of functionality. It is more compact than a regular appliance, so it is ideal for space-conscious individuals. Despite its minimalist size, it can handle up to 7 place settings at the same time!
On top of this, the Toshiba mini is exceptionally versatile. Apart from dishes, you can also use it to wash your fruits and vegetables! The appliance can finish the cleaning tasks in less than half an hour, which certainly makes it one of the best dishwashers in Singapore.
At the same time, it does not require any installation, so you can use it right away without worrying about any modifications. However, it may not be as quiet as other models, but this may not be a deterrent since each cleaning cycle is finished within 30 minutes.
HIGHLIGHT FEATURES:
- Extremely compact and ready to use with no installation
- An elegant design ideal for modern kitchen
- Sterilizes dishes using 70C hot water
- Fruit and vegetable washing system
- Finishes the washing cycle in less than 30 minutes
5 Best Mattresses To Buy in Singapore [2025 Guide]
When it comes to the fast-paced lifestyle we have nowadays, restful sleep is vital for our health. The quality of the mattress is one of the most important aspects to consider if you have trouble sleeping or you simply want to feel fresh and well-rested in the morning. This is why we did all the research for you and found these top 5 best mattresses to buy in Singapore [updated 2025] if you want to have a reliable, comfortable, and relaxing experience.
Tips for buying the perfect mattress in Singapore
There is so much more to this topic than a matter of how soft or firm the mattress is. Generally, many people recommend firmer mattresses that can protect your back and keep your spine properly aligned when you sleep. There are also a few other essential aspects that you should consider before buying the perfect mattress.
1. Health and firmness
If you are considering the best mattress for back pain in Singapore, the firmness level is one of the most important characteristics. It is recommended to choose a medium-firm model or memory foam. In case you are in good shape, any universal firmness level should be comfortable for you. Regardless of your health status, you must ensure that the mattress is made of high-quality materials.
2. Sleeping arrangements
When buying a mattress, you should also keep it in mind if you sleep alone or with your partner. For instance, you need excellent motion absorption properties in case you sleep with your significant other, so you won’t be disturbed during the night when the other moves.
Also, two people sleeping on the same mattress means that there is more weight applied to it. In this case, a thicker, firmer mattress provides the necessary support for both of you at the same time.
Finally, a cooling mattress would also be a great option, especially if your room is not cooled using an aircon. This should improve the airflow and regulate your body temperature.
3. Double-check measurements
Although there are standard sizes according to the type of bed (single, queen, or king-size), not many people know that these sizes vary among countries. For instance, a king-sized bed in Singapore has a different dimension compared to a US king-sized bed. These are the Singaporean sizes (W x L) for your reference:
- Single beds – 91 cm x 19 cm or 36 in x 75 in
- Super single beds – 107 cm x 190 cm or 42 in x 75 in
- Queen beds – 152 cm x 190 cm or 60 in x 75 in
- King beds – 182 cm x 190 cm or 72 in x 75 in
See also: 5 Best Bed Frames to Buy in Singapore
Origin Hybrid Mattress
The Origin Hybrid mattress is one of the best in Singapore if you are looking for high value for money. Despite its affordability, it is made of high-quality materials and is crafted in Germany, boasting excellent construction and durability. In addition to this, the “hybrid” properties mean that it comes the best features of both memory foam and spring systems.
This mattress is ideal for hot environments thanks to its unique cooling cover, expertly combined with a cooling gel layer. In other words, it provides maximum comfort, especially in the hot weather on the island. Also, it’s specially crafted for couples, so it boasts movement isolation technology, so you won’t feel when your partner moves in their sleep.
One of the most excellent features regarding this mattress is the 120-night trial, along with a warranty of 15 years. In other words, you can get your money back if you conclude that the mattress is not suitable for your needs. If you are in a rush, it’s worth knowing that the company can deliver the mattress to you within only two hours!
HIGHLIGHT FEATURES:
- Hybrid construction with 10-inch thickness
- Robust, German quality
- Cooling cover and a layer of cooling gel
- Movement isolation technology
- 120-night trial and 15 years of warranty
- 2-hour speedy delivery
- Great value for money
Univonna Euro Coil Spinal Care Mattress
The Euro Coil Spinal Care mattress is an excellent option if you are looking for support and firmness. It is ideal for most people’s needs, thanks to the high-quality orthopedic Bonnell springs. These are specially crafted to provide the perfect combination of support and comfort. It also comes at an affordable price, making it suitable for people on a budget.
In addition to this, the exterior is made of resilient fabrics. In other words, it is highly resistant to dirt, dust, and even spillages. This makes it an ideal option if you want a low-maintenance mattress that is easy to clean.
The mattress has a thickness of nine inches. It is highly recommended to people with allergies due to its hypoallergenic properties. What is more, the fabrics are anti-bacterial and repel dust mites. Apart from staying clean for a long time, these features make it hygienic and safe, protecting your health.
HIGHLIGHT FEATURES:
- Contains water- and oil-repellent materials
- Durable, long-lasting, and easy to maintain
- Orthopedic design for ultimate support and comfort
- Anti-bacterial, hypoallergenic, and anti-dust mites
- Thickness of nine inches
- Made of affordable but supportive Bonnell springs
Snooze Mattress by HipVan
If you are looking for an affordable option without compromising quality, Snooze Mattress by HipVan might even surprise you. Despite the low price, the mattress comes with a longer warranty than most high-end options – 12 years. You also enjoy a risk-free trial of 100 nights, and you can return it at any time if you don’t find it suitable for your needs.
As a result, Snooze is one of the best affordable mattresses you’ll ever find on the island. It is made of sturdy, high-density foam that supports your back, so you can enjoy restful and peaceful sleep every night.
Even more, this budget-friendly mattress is made of breathable materials that will cool you down during the night. Thus, you can enjoy a cooling sensation all night long, even in Singapore’s warm climate.
HIGHLIGHT FEATURES:
- Medium firmness for extra support
- Cooling, breathable fabrics
- Anti-bacterial and anti-fungal properties
- Durable, with a 12-year warranty
- Can be tested for up to 100 nights
Sealy Mattress Posture Premier
If you are ready to invest in a high-end mattress, Sealy is one of the most reputable brands on the island. With a history that dates back to 1881, the company started to manufacture mattresses in collaboration with orthopedic surgeons. As a result, each element of a Sealy mattress is well-considered, ensuring maximum comfort and support.
No matter which Sealy mattress you choose, you will definitely be impressed. For instance, PosturePremier boasts revolutionary technology, known as PostureTech Titanium Coil, specially designed to help your muscles relax during sleep.
The mattress is an excellent combination of premium proprietary foams, natural cotton, and a fiber blend that keeps your spine well-aligned throughout your sleep. The PosturePremier mattress comes with a 10-year warranty, providing you peace of mind for many years to come.
HIGHLIGHT FEATURES:
- Revolutionary technology to provide the support your spine and muscles need
- Premium quality and 10-year warranty
- An exquisite combination of materials for comfort
- Excellent value for money
- High-quality mattress built with durability in mind
Sigmund Home Hybrid Mattress
If you do not have an aircon in your bedroom and you often wake up due to the heat, Sigmund Home Hybrid mattress is an excellent option. This is because it comes with three layers of breathable, cooling memory foam which is crafted using proprietary heat dissipation technology. The fabrics are also cooler than regular cotton.
In addition to this, the memory foam follows the shape of your body, so you enjoy the much-needed support all night long. Sigmund Home further enhanced this item with pressure-relieving technology; in other words, this mattress helps prevent back pain and sore joints. If you have restless sleep or you often wake up in pain, this might be the right option.
The mattress is also suitable for couples. You can now enjoy undisturbed sleep thanks to the excellent movement absorption properties of this mattress. With a 15-year warranty and up to a 200-night risk-free trial, this mattress provides extra peace of mind.
HIGHLIGHT FEATURES:
- Enhanced airflow technology to keep you cool in Singapore’s humid climate
- Memory foam that supports your body’s natural shape
- Pressure-relieving technology
- Excellent cooling properties
- Movement absorption
- 15 years warranty and risk-free trial
- Same-day delivery
5 Best Sheet Masks to Buy in Singapore [2025 Guide]
Sheet masks have quickly gained popularity due to their ease of use and neat way of taking care of your skin. The particular type of paper is usually soaked in a hydrogel with nourishing properties. Some masks are also designed to help with specific problems, such as aging or acne.
There are numerous options when it comes to sheet masks. Some of them come with natural ingredients, including charcoal, green tea, or aloe vera. Depending on your skin type and objectives, you need to know which sheet mask is most beneficial. Check out the following sections to find out more about choosing sheet masks and the five best sheet masks to buy in Singapore right now [updated 2025]!
Aspects to Consider When Buying a Sheet Mask
In general, sheet masks hydrate your face, brightening it up. In other words, sheet masks can still be beneficial, regardless of your skin type. However, most of them are formulated with unique active ingredients that can help you improve your skin or target specific issues.
Normal/ Combination Skin
If you have normal or combination skin, most sheet masks will be suitable for you. This is because combination skin means that you have normal or dry patches combined with oily parts. The sheet mask will help you hydrate them without leading to a greasy feeling in contact with the oily patches. In terms of normal skin with normal pores and sebum production, sheet masks can deeply hydrate while keeping aging signs at bay.
Dry Skin
Dry skin usually has tiny pores, and, as the name suggests, your dermis doesn’t produce enough natural oils. This makes you prone to wrinkles and other conditions, including irritation when you are dehydrated. For the best results, you should look for sheet masks that have moisturizing ingredients similar to natural sebum. Some examples include ceramides, botanical oils, and squalene.
Oily Skin
You may notice your skin getting shiny during the day, and you perhaps have larger pores. Most people with an oily face opt for clay masks; however, sheet masks are less messy and can be used more efficiently.
Since the extra oil protects and hydrates your skin, you may disregard your hydration levels. However, you should keep in mind that hydration refers to the amount of water in the skin, not oil, so an oily complexion is not immune to dehydration. Apart from this, you may want to go for natural active ingredients that help with excess sebum production, such as salicylic acid, charcoal, and tea tree oil. However, make sure you read the label and choose masks with fewer emollient oils.
Consider Ingredients and Properties
Several popular ingredients are used for specific concerns. Some of them include:
- Hyaluronic acid restores and hydrates skin; it is often used on oily complexions because it does not enhance sebum production.
- Retinol is used for fine wrinkles or aging signs as it helps to tighten and exfoliate while improving collagen production, making your skin more flexible.
- Caffeine is recommended for a “puffy,” dull appearance as it improves the blood flow and brightens up your skin.
- Citrus peel oils may include orange or grapefruit. Citrus is a natural exfoliant used for dull or flaky skin, leaving it glowing and smooth.
- CoQ10 is an antioxidant that protects you against pollution and other environmental damage, scarring, and hyperpigmentation.
- Ginseng stimulates collagen production, makes your skin tighter, and reduces the appearance of fine wrinkles.
- Floral extracts come with anti-inflammatory benefits, ideal for breakout-prone individuals. They also soothe and nourish active blemishes while preventing future ones.
- Salicylic acid is also suitable for breakouts and acne, reducing them significantly.
5 Best Dishwashers To Buy in Singapore [2025 Guide]
If you have a busy lifestyle, a dishwasher can help you save precious time that you can spend with your friends and family. Whether you live alone or you have numerous household members, a dishwasher can make your life easier.
Some models are so advanced that they are not only efficient and quick, but you can also wash fragile glass or porcelain. Check out this buying guide to discover the five best dishwashers to buy in Singapore [2025 review]!
How to Choose the Best Dishwashers in Singapore
Dishwashing is a tedious, time-consuming chore that takes most of our time, especially if we cook at home. Depending on your needs, you may consider different models. These have characteristics that make them more or less useful to your needs. If you are unsure what dishwasher may suit you, check out the next sections.
1. Capacity
One of the main features you need to consider is capacity. If you live alone or with your partner, a space-saving 18-inch dishwasher could be enough for your needs without impacting your budget. This size is also ideal for smaller kitchens and it comes with enough space for a small family.
If you have many household members, it’s recommended to look for a larger model, such as a 24-inch dishwasher. These could help you clean easily after each meal, but they might be bulkier and more expensive than a compact one.
2. Type of Dishwasher
Although they are relatively similar regarding the price, there are three types of dishwashers: standalone, fixed, and portable. These are created to suit different spaces. For instance, the standalone dishwasher may take more space in your kitchen, but they come with a larger capacity. There are also fixed ones or portable ones, the latter model being ideal if you have a small kitchen or you have a small family.
3. Noise level
If you have small children or you live in a shared property, the noise level might be something you’d like to consider. Most dishwashers tend to become quite noisy, reaching up to 80 dB. A high-end, quiet model should produce around 40-50 dB. There’s also a price trade-off regarding this feature as quieter models cost more than noisier ones.
4. Speed
A highly versatile dishwasher comes with several speed levels. So, if you throw regular parties, invite your friends and family for dinner, or you have variable dishwashing needs, you should look for a dishwasher with at least three-speed levels. This way, you can use it only for you and your family, and it will also prove extremely helpful when you have guests.