tomster

4 minutes ago, Muhendis said:

What I would do would be to screw some thin plywood or cement board to the underside of those, what look like, 30mm x 30mm steel roof panel supports.

This would create an air gap which would reduce heat significantly. If you could also fill that air gap with fibreglass insulation, that would be even better.

 

Thanks - that seems like a good option.

https://www.thaiwatsadu.com/th/product/แผ่นยิปซัม-ชนิดทนไฟ-13-มม-GYPROC-ขนาด-120-x-240-ซม-60253095

How about using this stuff with some fibreglass insulation above it?

12 minutes ago, IvorBiggun2 said:

Take off the current roof and replace with insulated roof panels.

 

Sadly not possible, we need a solution that uses the existing roof panels.

Looking for a local (Thai) painter/decorator that can repair a water damaged ceiling - any recommendations?

Thanks in advance.

The Cannabis forum here on Asean Now used to be quite helpful and informative, what happened?

4 minutes ago, Joebuzzz said:

Just returned one to a Lazada seller. PITA.  Won't do that again.

Yeah exactly, some things you need to actually see before you buy, toppers are one them! 

Just now, RayWright said:

Central was better quality, but more expensive.  Bought a another one for the second bedroom from Big-C, really impressed with quality. 

My headache at the moment is trying to get the master bedroom one cleaned so have nicked the one from the second bedroom. I would suggest Big-C.

 

Thanks, I will head there tomorrow. 

23 minutes ago, RayWright said:

Bought mine from Central Festival and Big-C South Pats.

Which was better or much of a muchness?

Any recommendations for good value for money mattress toppers in Pattaya, save me driving around 20 shops.... ????

Looking for something that softens up a hard mattress.

Thanks in advance.

Just now, tomster said:

Landlord said no.

Also cost would be quite high, we are only there for a year or two max

1 minute ago, sungod said:

Just interested why cant you replace them with identical looking, but double glazed windows?

Landlord said no.

5 minutes ago, brianthainess said:

You could try; Double sided tape, & Thick clear plastic, we used it in the UK one time for insulation. Cheap to buy and try.

Yeah that's a good idea, I will see what I can find plastic wise. Thanks.

Moving is not an option.

1 hour ago, degrub said:

Heavy, laminated safety glass in a separate frame sealed to the existing interior is about your only option .  But you have to look at other door windows, building openings before you invest in just these to make sure there is no other sound pressure leakage.

 

noise canceling headphones/ear buds ?

 

there may also be ground transmitted noise from the roadway if this is that close.

 

 

 

There is definitely ground noise going on as well.

Can't believe nobody here sells self install secondary double glazing, there must be a market for it for windows at least.

Just now, OneMoreFarang said:

Part of the question is which noise (frequencies) you need to suppress.

High frequencies are a lot easier to handle than low frequencies like bass in music.

Traffic noise, sorry I should have put that in my original post. 

Just now, VocalNeal said:

Really thick curtains????

Yeah, tried that before, did nothing. 

I need to sound proof a couple of sliding doors in a shop house:

There are two of these measuring 180cm wide and 210cm high, plus a window of the same design that measures 150cm wide by 110cm high.

I am not allowed by the landlord to change them, I need to find a solution that does not alter their appearance from the outside.

There is a balcony outside that I can grow some big plants on which will probably help a bit, but really is very noisy so looking to do as much as possible.

Anybody had any joy with doing something like this before?

Many thanks in advance.

I got caught out earlier in the year and purchased a mint condition 2003 Honda Accord V6 3.0l with just 89,000k on the clock.

Little did I know that the transmissions on these cars had a problem and most need replacing at some point - mine has just failed on me.

As the car is in otherwise great condition and low mileage, I will fix try to fix it rather than scrap it.

So, I need to find either a 2006 replacement transmission or a transmission specialist somewhere in Thailand that has a good rep and will give me a reasonable length warranty on their work.

Any and all suggestions for where to find either the replacement engine or the suitable mechanic would be very welcome.

I am in Pattaya and know a guy that can do the swap out, but no way would I trust him to do the rebuild. I can send the car on truck anywhere else in Thailand, for the right person to fix it.

Many thanks in advance.

This worked for me:

https://www.lazada.co.th/products/i3438459204-s12718268694.html

I used it on a Honda Accord 2003 with leaking power steering.

I bought a 100ml syringe off Lazada and it came with a catheter attachment, sucked out 355ml of the existing power steering fluid and put this stop leak in.

Took the car to a cleaning place with an inspection pit and got them them to clean the underside of the engine.

Since then no leaks.

8 hours ago, Mavideol said:

will this clown keep the same position with new government.... tired of seeing his face

This "Clown" is one of the smartest people in Thai politics.

He has numerous business interests that are covered briefly here:

https://www.bangkokpost.com/thailand/politics/451056

He managed to legalise weed in a country that used to lock people up for smoking joint, which hurt nobody.

He bought a classic car off an English friend of mine here in Thailand and was polite, friendly and engaging at all times (when in reality he could have just taken through other means it if he wanted).

He is now the Interior minister of Thailand, the second most powerful in the government.

What exactly have you achieved recently, that makes you so tired of seeing Anutin's face?

I have a company that is only there for a domain name registration, it's not active in any way.

I completely forgot to do the end of year balance sheet for 2022 and when I asked my bookkeeper to go ahead and submit it, she has said there is a 16k fine for late submission, which sounded a bit steep...

After Googling it, it looks like i need a letter from the police and the 16k is the max fine that can be issued:

https://www.companythailand.net/penalty-rate-for-delayed-submission-of-financial-statement/

Has anybody done this with a dormant company - did you have to pay the full 16k?

Many thanks in advance.