are all condos in pattaya build with paper walls?

[parafareno]

I mean what knd of construction is this...you cant even listen to the tv normally cause the nexdoor neighbour can hear tv too....

this is so annoying....I dont want to be annoyed by the guys tv in the next appartment.....

what kind of buildings are these?

[Pravda]

It's great if you're pervert  ????????

[parafareno]

yes listening to old fart farting or watching german tv makes me very excited

[bkk6060]

There have been mixed comments on this.

I am not sure about the overall construction, but my opinion is the newer construction walls between units are built more solid and quieter.  Some say older buildings are better.

Either way I see the construction quality as below most western standards.

 

PS: Are you a stuck no real option owner?

Otherwise, move.

Or, ask them to turn it down or get a loud fan or earphones. 

Or, take the mature approach and blast yours or some loud music to get back at them. 

 

Edited November 24, 2019 by bkk6060

[neeray]

This is not a Pattaya-only problem. I hear reports in my home country, which is building condos at an alarming rate, of being able to hear and smell what is going on next door.

[Skallywag]

Caveat emptor. due diligence.

Rent before you buy...now you can rent AirBnB for a few days to check out a building you re considering renting long term

[jastheace]

32 minutes ago, parafareno said:

yes listening to old fart farting or watching german tv makes me very excited

that's why I moved out. he does that all night, even in his sleep. he's a bit deaf. you'll also notice that he snores and shouts (what I believe to be) profanities in german.

enjoy my old/ your new neighbour.

[Destiny1990]

Wall thickness wise best to avoid Indian developments.

[geisha]

Well, my walls are quite thin, and my shelves and fittings maybe made of cardboard. Think I’ll need to move soon.

[jacko45k]

No, cardboard!

[LennyW]

Newer condos are generally <deleted> built, all about the profit never mind the quality!, best stick with some of the older ones.

[Henryford]

My condo must be the exception. The walls seem very thick and i hardly ever hear neighbour noise. If i ever try to drill into them i usually blunt my drills.

Edited November 25, 2019 by Henryford

[ivor bigun]

I have been in so very many condo blocks here in Pattaya,stay away from the new modern ones ,they are truly built badly ,also stay away from any that have Chinese in them ,you will never get a nights sleep.

the older blocks are far better built ,mind you that goes for the UK as well.

[jacko45k]

2 minutes ago, Henryford said:

My condo must be the exception. The walls seem very thick and i hardly ever hear neighbour noise. If i ever try to drill into them i usually blunt my drills.

Chinese drills, happens with the paper walls too!

[gamesgplayemail]

View talay old or new are all well built compared to the newest $hitboxes currently sold.

 

[parafareno]

which one, pattaya or jomtien

[DowntownAl]

On 11/28/2019 at 5:34 PM, gamesgplayemail said:

View talay old or new are all well built compared to the newest $hitboxes currently sold.

 

Agreed, I've lived in two different View Talay buildings and they are built like tanks. Can hear a little bit from the hallway but not a sound thru walls or ceiling. Building is 15 yrs old (I think)

[NCC1701A]

i rented a new clean condo in a modern building in Pattaya for one month. first time for me in a condo in Thailand.

 

first 10 days i thought it was great.

next ten days the honeymoon was over.

last ten days could not wait to get out.

 

 

[daveAustin]

On 11/25/2019 at 1:47 AM, Henryford said:

If i ever try to drill into them i usually blunt my drills.

I find they work best going clockwise ????

[CHdiver]

On 11/28/2019 at 5:34 PM, gamesgplayemail said:

View talay old or new are all well built compared to the newest $hitboxes currently sold.

 

Well, I am at View Talay 6 right now, and I can hear TV, talking and all kind of noises from my neighbours. 

[jacko45k]

4 hours ago, CHdiver said:

Well, I am at View Talay 6 right now, and I can hear TV, talking and all kind of noises from my neighbours. 

Last time I was in one of the VT cells, the noise seemed to come from the corridor. Many make noise and like to leave their doors open. 

[FarangULong]

On 11/24/2019 at 9:57 PM, parafareno said:

or watching german tv makes me very excited

Yeah, I'm sure your neighbours are excited to hear your telenovellas too, Jose.

[Pattaya46]

On 11/25/2019 at 7:19 AM, LennyW said:

Newer condos are generally <deleted> built, all about the profit never mind the quality!, best stick with some of the older ones.

Agree 100%  

Currently living in a nearly 30 yo condo, well maintained, and I really enjoy to not hear at all my neighbours   (except the occasional slammed door ...)

Separation walls are rather thick, and so strong that it's even a problem when you need to drill a hole to fix something at them... 

[parafareno]

2 hours ago, Pattaya46 said:

Agree 100%  

Currently living in a nearly 30 yo condo, well maintained, and I really enjoy to not hear at all my neighbours   (except the occasional slammed door ...)

Separation walls are rather thick, and so strong that it's even a problem when you need to drill a hole to fix something at them... 

which condo is that?

[madmen]

TIT neighbors play tv at obscene levels and bar girls screaming their lungs out. Neither of these happen in the west.

[gk10002000]

I have been in some that have concrete walls which frankly I like as the don't smell, probably won't degrade much with time, doesn't damage much if there are water leaks, are solid, more mass helps reduce noise, adds thermal mass which is good for heating and cooling moderation.  concrete is relatively cheap and I can see me making some modifications to my home in the USA.  Stick and wood and blue board and plaster I never rally liked, especially if thin.  Rare to find solid brick or real wood walls, except in some log cabin or custom built homes.

[johng]

On 12/2/2019 at 8:07 AM, CHdiver said:

I am at View Talay 6 right now,

Do you also have a nice view of the "Central" parking garage ?   ????

[Elmer Fudd]

Trouble is you never know until after moving in. I am currently able to hear my neighbors speaking at normal volume, can hear every word they say. This is a 3 year old building. I think it's just down to the cheapness of the developer. Most of the older places I've visited or have friends in seem to be well sound insulated. 

[CHdiver]

23 hours ago, johng said:

Do you also have a nice view of the "Central" parking garage ?   ????

No, I am on the side with the nice views. 

[MyTHaiMyKe]

No! I heard some use cardboard! Buyers beware on any building in Thailand. Look good for a few months, then all the bad stuff starts showing up! They are definitely not worth the asking price! Why would anyone want to buy anything here? Can never make money on your investment with the baht changing every hour, mostly going down. Only rent, when things go bad you can move on.