bangkokpoppys Posted October 12, 2013 Share Posted October 12, 2013 I'm looking for a recommendation for someone to copy a wooden kids single bed and side cupboard for our number 2. Rang one place from the ANZWG Bangkok Guide and was quoted 30,000 THB, can't write my response here. I think it is fairly straighforward to copy - it is painted white and has mdf panels with vertical v-grooves at bedhead and foot. If anyone has any experiences with furniture makers would like to hear your views on whether it is possible - cheers in advance. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Simhne Posted October 12, 2013 Share Posted October 12, 2013 This is slightly convoluted but if you are on Facebook look up Sayai-Bay Penthouse (open profile) and in their photo album is info on a reclaimed teak workshop near Don Meuang. I can testify to the quality of the workmanship. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bangkokpoppys Posted October 12, 2013 Author Share Posted October 12, 2013 This is slightly convoluted but if you are on Facebook look up Sayai-Bay Penthouse (open profile) and in their photo album is info on a reclaimed teak workshop near Don Meuang. I can testify to the quality of the workmanship. Thanks ... Did you have something made there? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Simhne Posted October 12, 2013 Share Posted October 12, 2013 My partners family had some beds made a couple of years ago but I'm sorry I can't remember how much it cost. I do remember it was cheap and although it took a few weeks the guys from the workshop were very honest and clearly hard working. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cattoc Posted October 12, 2013 Share Posted October 12, 2013 If you are slightly adventurous and really want a bargain... try the railway carpenter workshops along the line in Klong Toey. Bring a range of photos showing the key construction point and dimensions of your current bed / cupboard and take them to any of the workshops along the street front. These guys use reclaimed shipping wood - but the finished products are excellent.. .. I have had a lot of very cheap but reasonable quality furniture made here. You may choose to bring a Thai with you for easier communication here is a google map link http://goo.gl/maps/wsdu1 https://maps.google.com/?ll=13.711034,100.579123&spn=0.001418,0.002041&t=m&z=19&layer=c&cbll=13.711034,100.579123&panoid=Tm3TVDcSj4dLsmFKi6835g&cbp=12,190.52,,0,0 good hunting. click on the man to show street scape. These places look rough - but the workers are really quite skilled.and work often on the railway tracks .when the trains come regularly and the workers pack up just before the train passes through /// go and see just for this! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bangkokpoppys Posted October 13, 2013 Author Share Posted October 13, 2013 If you are slightly adventurous and really want a bargain... try the railway carpenter workshops along the line in Klong Toey. Bring a range of photos showing the key construction point and dimensions of your current bed / cupboard and take them to any of the workshops along the street front. These guys use reclaimed shipping wood - but the finished products are excellent.. .. I have had a lot of very cheap but reasonable quality furniture made here. You may choose to bring a Thai with you for easier communication here is a google map link http://goo.gl/maps/wsdu1 https://maps.google.com/?ll=13.711034,100.579123&spn=0.001418,0.002041&t=m&z=19&layer=c&cbll=13.711034,100.579123&panoid=Tm3TVDcSj4dLsmFKi6835g&cbp=12,190.52,,0,0 good hunting. click on the man to show street scape. These places look rough - but the workers are really quite skilled.and work often on the railway tracks .when the trains come regularly and the workers pack up just before the train passes through /// go and see just for this! Thanks, will definitely check this one out. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bangkokpoppys Posted October 13, 2013 Author Share Posted October 13, 2013 My partners family had some beds made a couple of years ago but I'm sorry I can't remember how much it cost. I do remember it was cheap and although it took a few weeks the guys from the workshop were very honest and clearly hard working. That's the kind of place I'm looking for - thanks! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
realfunster Posted October 13, 2013 Share Posted October 13, 2013 (edited) If you are slightly adventurous and really want a bargain... try the railway carpenter workshops along the line in Klong Toey. Bring a range of photos showing the key construction point and dimensions of your current bed / cupboard and take them to any of the workshops along the street front. These guys use reclaimed shipping wood - but the finished products are excellent.. .. I have had a lot of very cheap but reasonable quality furniture made here. You may choose to bring a Thai with you for easier communication here is a google map link http://goo.gl/maps/wsdu1 https://maps.google.com/?ll=13.711034,100.579123&spn=0.001418,0.002041&t=m&z=19&layer=c&cbll=13.711034,100.579123&panoid=Tm3TVDcSj4dLsmFKi6835g&cbp=12,190.52,,0,0 good hunting. click on the man to show street scape. These places look rough - but the workers are really quite skilled.and work often on the railway tracks .when the trains come regularly and the workers pack up just before the train passes through /// go and see just for this! Exactly what I was going to suggest ! Haven't bought any furniture from there yet but some guys did some picket fencing for me and did a good job. Edited October 13, 2013 by realfunster Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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