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17578	Announcements	Error page with max connections issue	krish	14 Nov 2012, 10:20
17570	General	what happens if I can't repay the home loan	pramodn	13 Nov 2012, 11:57
17583	General	what happens if I can't repay the home loan	ByJupiter	14 Nov 2012, 13:47
17582	General	Verification of bank approved apartment	ByJupiter	14 Nov 2012, 13:12
17464	General	Can i buy a site under Due associates at hosa road	vamsi.lingala	08 Nov 2012, 07:44
17559	General	Can i buy a site under Due associates at hosa road	shabini	12 Nov 2012, 16:11
17560	General	Can i buy a site under Due associates at hosa road	simplycar	12 Nov 2012, 16:20
17561	General	Can i buy a site under Due associates at hosa road	shabini	12 Nov 2012, 16:26
17552	General	Mesh for Cracks ????	amit_pearl2	11 Nov 2012, 23:24
17531	General	Domestic Water Saving Tips	msn1270	10 Nov 2012, 21:51
17532	General	Domestic Water Saving Tips	sun	11 Nov 2012, 00:05
17533	General	Domestic Water Saving Tips	blrsiteseeker	11 Nov 2012, 01:17
17535	General	Domestic Water Saving Tips	aries31	11 Nov 2012, 10:02
17537	General	Domestic Water Saving Tips	Vimal	11 Nov 2012, 10:50
17544	General	Domestic Water Saving Tips	msn1270	11 Nov 2012, 16:51
17545	General	Domestic Water Saving Tips	Vimal	11 Nov 2012, 17:27
17543	General	Sand Requirement	amit_pearl2	11 Nov 2012, 16:38
17471	General	Telecom Layout(Green Field Gardens 1)- Is there any issue?	props	08 Nov 2012, 10:54
17486	General	Telecom Layout(Green Field Gardens 1)- Is there any issue?	jaggims	08 Nov 2012, 18:48
17507	General	Telecom Layout(Green Field Gardens 1)- Is there any issue?	props	09 Nov 2012, 12:38
17542	General	Telecom Layout(Green Field Gardens 1)- Is there any issue?	yssunil	11 Nov 2012, 16:32
17508	General	Any Views On Greenfield Gardens Telecom Layout	props	09 Nov 2012, 14:19
17512	General	Any Views On Greenfield Gardens Telecom Layout	m3_07	09 Nov 2012, 16:10
17534	General	Any Views On Greenfield Gardens Telecom Layout	aries31	11 Nov 2012, 09:58
17500	General	plot number missing in the site	ecopackindia	09 Nov 2012, 09:11
17497	General	Site adjoining to Abhiman Studio -- Sapthagiri County	biddappa_c_b	09 Nov 2012, 00:16
17498	General	Site adjoining to Abhiman Studio -- Sapthagiri County	kishorenc	09 Nov 2012, 04:40
17499	General	Site adjoining to Abhiman Studio -- Sapthagiri County	kishorenc	09 Nov 2012, 05:01
17460	General	Need feedback on Sapthagiri nagar Layout,Hosakerehalli	pradeepkumargl	07 Nov 2012, 22:37
17474	General	Need feedback on Sapthagiri nagar Layout,Hosakerehalli	msn1270	08 Nov 2012, 11:25
17489	General	Need feedback on Sapthagiri nagar Layout,Hosakerehalli	pradeepkumargl	08 Nov 2012, 20:30
17494	General	Need feedback on Sapthagiri nagar Layout,Hosakerehalli	jayateerthrk	08 Nov 2012, 21:34
17475	General	Leaning Apartment at Electronic city	panandh	08 Nov 2012, 11:26
17477	General	Leaning Apartment at Electronic city	Jkulkarni	08 Nov 2012, 12:47
17479	General	Leaning Apartment at Electronic city	msn1270	08 Nov 2012, 14:58
17480	General	Leaning Apartment at Electronic city	Jkulkarni	08 Nov 2012, 15:16
17478	General	Issues with Stressed Assest	panandh	08 Nov 2012, 14:03
17514	Regularisation	Home loan for construction on a plot with B khata	panandh	09 Nov 2012, 16:59
17461	Vishveshwariah	Current price in Railway Men's layout Blck2 or Bhavani nagar	Sushma G P	08 Nov 2012, 00:12
17469	Vishveshwariah	Current price in Railway Men's layout Blck2 or Bhavani nagar	msn1270	08 Nov 2012, 10:52
17484	Anjanapura - BDA	Need Anjanapura BDA Layout map/diagram	indireddy	08 Nov 2012, 17:59
17505	Anjanapura - BDA	Need Anjanapura BDA Layout map/diagram	Sathyanaryan	09 Nov 2012, 12:00
17506	Anjanapura - BDA	Need Anjanapura BDA Layout map/diagram	venkyn	09 Nov 2012, 12:03
17509	Anjanapura - BDA	Need Anjanapura BDA Layout map/diagram	karthik_s9	09 Nov 2012, 15:25
17519	Anjanapura - BDA	Need Anjanapura BDA Layout map/diagram	msn1270	09 Nov 2012, 21:53
17521	Anjanapura - BDA	Need Anjanapura BDA Layout map/diagram	sun	09 Nov 2012, 23:13
17518	Anjanapura - BDA	Owners of Anjanapura layout	gowda_sree	09 Nov 2012, 18:37
17490	Anjanapura - BDA	Good News Namma Metro Rail Project not touching Anjanapura	ByJupiter	08 Nov 2012, 20:36
17492	Anjanapura - BDA	Good News Namma Metro Rail Project not touching Anjanapura	MNRS	08 Nov 2012, 21:17
17493	Anjanapura - BDA	Good News Namma Metro Rail Project not touching Anjanapura	jackalbda	08 Nov 2012, 21:23
17495	Anjanapura - BDA	Good News Namma Metro Rail Project not touching Anjanapura	tamya	08 Nov 2012, 22:29
17462	Anjanapura - BDA	Anjanapura BBMP dump yard	Jagjith12	08 Nov 2012, 01:20
17463	Anjanapura - BDA	Anjanapura BBMP dump yard	ByJupiter	08 Nov 2012, 01:52
17470	Anjanapura - BDA	Anjanapura BBMP dump yard	Jagjith12	08 Nov 2012, 10:52
17488	Anjanapura - BDA	Anjanapura BBMP dump yard	ByJupiter	08 Nov 2012, 20:25
17551	BSK IV to VI BDA	BSK 10th Block	tarun.h2	11 Nov 2012, 23:20
17557	BSK IV to VI BDA	BSK 10th Block	sreekbda	12 Nov 2012, 11:29
17523	BSK IV to VI BDA	BSK 6th Stage 3rd Block	venkatesh t	10 Nov 2012, 10:59
17566	Jp nagar	JP Nagar 9th Block 1st phase Map	someshmv	12 Nov 2012, 22:27
17573	Jp nagar	JP Nagar 9th Block 1st phase Map	msn1270	13 Nov 2012, 16:38
17546	BIAPPA approved	Khatha Transfer	yssunil	11 Nov 2012, 18:06
17510	GramaThana (VP)	Information regarding layout at manganahalli	Vijay_kumarmr1	09 Nov 2012, 15:31
17547	MYSORE/MUDA	SKYTOP green city	lodevenky	11 Nov 2012, 20:09
17549	MYSORE/MUDA	SKYTOP green city	yashmys	11 Nov 2012, 20:42
17539	Bangalore North	Seeking feedback on BSNL EWHBCS	aries31	11 Nov 2012, 11:33
17504	Bangalore North	HBR Telecom layout	bjvinay	09 Nov 2012, 11:36
17513	Bangalore South	Black money in buying property	magblr	09 Nov 2012, 16:21
17483	Bangalore South	Vasundhara Layout, Shree Anantha Nagar 3rd Ph,off Hosur road	Sathyanaryan	08 Nov 2012, 17:43
17487	Bangalore South	Vasundhara Layout, Shree Anantha Nagar 3rd Ph,off Hosur road	sun	08 Nov 2012, 19:17
17457	Bangalore South	BDA Khata Site for sharing in Telecom layout	ksingh.rajeev	07 Nov 2012, 20:33
17574	Bangalore East	Kanakashree layout, Hennur	srinivasamurthy1	13 Nov 2012, 21:10
17575	Civil Construction	Solar water heater height above bathroom	Viswa	14 Nov 2012, 05:29
17577	Civil Construction	Solar water heater height above bathroom	blrsiteseeker	14 Nov 2012, 08:01
17584	Civil Construction	Solar water heater height above bathroom	pvr59ksl	14 Nov 2012, 14:15
17580	Civil Construction	Litigation on Revenue Land	ilu1979	14 Nov 2012, 10:59
17572	Civil Construction	Single Phase Vs Three Phase connection	jackalbda	13 Nov 2012, 14:21
17576	Civil Construction	Single Phase Vs Three Phase connection	tech4pk	14 Nov 2012, 07:48
17459	Civil Construction	Vitrified Tiles for living/Dining	monagaadu	07 Nov 2012, 22:12
17465	Civil Construction	Vitrified Tiles for living/Dining	JollyRogers	08 Nov 2012, 08:34
17467	Civil Construction	Vitrified Tiles for living/Dining	jackalbda	08 Nov 2012, 09:22
17468	Civil Construction	Vitrified Tiles for living/Dining	JollyRogers	08 Nov 2012, 09:46
17485	Civil Construction	Vitrified Tiles for living/Dining	jackalbda	08 Nov 2012, 18:02
17567	Civil Construction	Vitrified Tiles for living/Dining	rainbow_flat	13 Nov 2012, 00:22
17569	Civil Construction	Vitrified Tiles for living/Dining	jackalbda	13 Nov 2012, 10:25
17563	Civil Construction	Plan Approval + Road Cutting Charges Clubbed Together	anand1980	12 Nov 2012, 16:53
17556	Civil Construction	Any filling material to increase floor height(synder)	JollyRogers	12 Nov 2012, 08:43
17538	Civil Construction	What is carpenter charges for frames?	marcoz	11 Nov 2012, 11:26
17528	Civil Construction	Doors and Windows	kiran0222	10 Nov 2012, 15:53
17517	Civil Construction	Kitchen Dimension	njayakeerthy	09 Nov 2012, 18:25
17482	Civil Construction	Termites and Pest Control Treatment for Independent House	MNRS	08 Nov 2012, 16:01
17503	Civil Construction	Termites and Pest Control Treatment for Independent House	MNRS	09 Nov 2012, 11:29
17481	Civil Construction	Vitrified Tiles: from where to buy?	rajuraikar	08 Nov 2012, 15:26
17458	Civil Construction	Electrical fittings ( fans , lights, geasers)	tech4pk	07 Nov 2012, 21:56
17473	Civil Construction	Electrical fittings ( fans , lights, geasers)	msn1270	08 Nov 2012, 11:14
17476	Civil Construction	Electrical fittings ( fans , lights, geasers)	Mukund	08 Nov 2012, 11:55
17466	Material prices -- Members only	Construction material prices	JollyRogers	08 Nov 2012, 08:45
17515	Material prices -- Members only	Construction material prices	JollyRogers	09 Nov 2012, 17:47
17554	Non Real Estate	deepavali wishes	plotcrazy	12 Nov 2012, 07:56
17555	Non Real Estate	deepavali wishes	JollyRogers	12 Nov 2012, 08:40
17564	Non Real Estate	deepavali wishes	pvr59ksl	12 Nov 2012, 17:24
17455	Documents	Agreement with owner for buying a site	mdevmvrs	07 Nov 2012, 17:52
17496	Documents	Agreement with owner for buying a site	sun	08 Nov 2012, 23:43
17581	Site for sale	4000 SQFT SITE FOR SALE IN UPKAR LAYOUT, NEAR ULLAL	manjugk789	14 Nov 2012, 12:07
17550	Site for sale	2 30x40 sites for sale in Upkar springfields	manjesh	11 Nov 2012, 20:57
17540	Site for sale	40X50 site for sale in Upkar Residency,Ullal(Brokers excuse)	chennab	11 Nov 2012, 15:35
17530	Site for sale	60x40 North Facing site BSK6th Stage 4th Block	Itkrishna	10 Nov 2012, 19:34
17527	Site for sale	60X40 plot for sale, Nisarga layout	sun	10 Nov 2012, 15:05
17524	Site for sale	50x80 BDA Plot in BSK 6th Stage F.E. for IMMEDIATE Sale	chetanghag	10 Nov 2012, 11:53
17516	Site for sale	For sale 60x40 site Nisarga Layout	sun	09 Nov 2012, 18:00
17456	Site for sale	60*40 BDA site in SMV 7th Block for sale	bda_xvz	07 Nov 2012, 19:50
17501	Site for sale	60*40 BDA site in SMV 7th Block for sale	mith_bda	09 Nov 2012, 09:21
17520	Site wanted	Required 30x40 or 20x30 in Bsk 6th Stg / Anjanapura	shak	09 Nov 2012, 22:30
17502	Site wanted	Wanted BDA/BBMP site in Vishveshwariah layout	vittala.g	09 Nov 2012, 10:49
17536	Building and Floor Plans -- Members only	Floor Plan	aries31	11 Nov 2012, 10:12
17541	Building and Floor Plans -- Members only	Floor Plan	pramodn	11 Nov 2012, 16:31
17548	Building and Floor Plans -- Members only	Floor Plan	sps1604	11 Nov 2012, 20:27
17553	Building and Floor Plans -- Members only	Floor Plan	krish	12 Nov 2012, 01:07
17558	Building and Floor Plans -- Members only	Floor Plan	pvr59ksl	12 Nov 2012, 14:55
17472	Layout Reviews	Jawahar Co-operative Society - Nandana Residency	props	08 Nov 2012, 11:00
17565	Layout Reviews	Jawahar Co-operative Society - Nandana Residency	Az2012	12 Nov 2012, 21:05
17562	Layout group buying	Group buying of Site/Plot in Bangalore South	Az2012	12 Nov 2012, 16:53
17568	Layout group buying	Group buying of Site/Plot in Bangalore South	Jkulkarni	13 Nov 2012, 02:06
17571	Layout group buying	Group buying of Site/Plot in Bangalore South	yvjanard	13 Nov 2012, 12:02
17579	Layout group buying	Group buying of Site/Plot in Bangalore South	ByJupiter	14 Nov 2012, 10:48
17511	Construction material group buying	Kitchen ware	magblr	09 Nov 2012, 16:01
17529	Construction material group buying	Kitchen ware	krish	10 Nov 2012, 17:25

Forum: Announcements

Topic: Error page with max connections issue

Reply: Error page with max connections issue

By: krish on 14 Nov 2012, 10:20

Hi all,

Since yesterday we are seeing the max connections issue too frequently and some of our users have also brought this issue to our notice.
We are working on it with our service providers and hopefully we shall resolve this soon. Please refresh the page when this error is seen. We shall update once the issue is resolved.

Forum: General

Topic: what happens if I can't repay the home loan

By: pramodn on 13 Nov 2012, 11:57

My friends have contacted the banks after going through Foreclosureindia website,but some of the properties are sold on"AS IS WHERE IS BASIS" in which case the owner of the property would be staying in the property with tenants if any and you be required to vacate them,as banks don`t take any responsiblity to vacate them.So in my opinion it is better to go for a property which is already in Posession of bank.Check for Posession properties on foreclosure website and enter the auction.it would be safer.

By: ByJupiter on 14 Nov 2012, 13:47

According to www.foreclosureIndia.com, the banks will start the auction at a price 25% less than market value. Now if the property has had a good appreciation from the time it was bought, then there's a chance that one could even be able to make some profit?

The downside here though is that one's credit history will get spoiled and that would impact future loan eligibility severely.

Topic: Verification of bank approved apartment

Reply: Verification of bank approved apartment

By: ByJupiter on 14 Nov 2012, 13:12

Is it a must to get a legal verification by ourselves for an apartment that is already approved by various banks? In particular, I'm interested in one called Gunina Felisa in Jyothinagar, Gottigere. It is BBMP approved under construction project and pre-approved by State Bank of Mysore, Union Bank of India, GIC, Indiabulls, etc. One other bank I spoke to said they have rejected application for that project. The sales agent was not able to give me any details as he said that is all there is mentioned in there system. I'm not sure if he meant that the application rejected was because of the apartment or the eligibility of the loan seeker.

Please advise, how to proceed further. Also if I need to make my own verification done, I'd be thankful if someone can PM me a reliable lawyer who can get it done quick.

Topic: Can i buy a site under Due associates at hosa road

By: vamsi.lingala on 08 Nov 2012, 07:44

saibabu wrote:Hi parkom it is the same one... had you seen this place before?
@veeren i think only after BWSSB NOC BDA approves the layout plan ... maybe others who know about this can comment
today when i went to the layout workers who were working on the BBMP road were not to be seen .. only road leveling was done and no tar so far but i could see machines parked on one side .. not sure if they are planning to tar the road or not
on the other hand inside the layout tar roads were being laid and cabling work was happening ... also saw soil test or some such thing going on for metro on the main road

Hi Saibabu Garu,

Good Morning!

Thank you for your comments!

What is the current connectivity road situation for Duo city layout.

By: shabini on 12 Nov 2012, 16:11

hi
Sorry ..am logging in after long time....
Below link gives metro - phase 2 route...
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/File:Namma_Metro_Phase_2_Line_Map.png
[Check for basapura road from silk board route...]
I think this road is the one which goes straight once we take right from hosa road junction....

By: simplycar on 12 Nov 2012, 16:20

Metro is planned along the service road on Hosur Road right? The metro station is likely to be near the Hosa Road Junction just before the commercial complex which is under construction opposite to Skylark Zenith Apartments but this is probably just speculation.
I am planning to visit in the coming two weeks and will post about the state of the road repair then if I find out.

By: shabini on 12 Nov 2012, 16:26

More details on Metro plan
http://bmrc.co.in/pdf/phase2/phase2forweb.pdf

See detailed Map on the last page
[ R.V. Road to Bommasandra (E-W New Line) ]
Regards,
Shashi

Topic: Mesh for Cracks ????

Reply: Mesh for Cracks ????

By: amit_pearl2 on 11 Nov 2012, 23:24

Today i asked a mason to plaster the internal wall cracks by filling motar (cement + sand in proportion of 1 to 3 ratio).
He suggested me to embedd 4 mm mesh. I was not sure why he suggested me to do that. He had no explaination but
said, if i want the cracks not to appear again then we need to embedd the mesh.

Is this right approach to cover up cracks that 1 inch in width and 5 feet long. these are mainly right below beam.

any Tips to permantly eliminate these cracks.

Thanks
Amit

Topic: Domestic Water Saving Tips

Reply: Domestic Water Saving Tips

By: msn1270 on 10 Nov 2012, 21:51

1. Check faucets and pipes for leaks
A small drip from a worn faucet washer can waste 20 gallons of water per day. Larger leaks can waste hundreds of gallons.

2. Don't use the toilet as an ashtray or wastebasket
Every time you flush a cigarette butt, facial tissue or other small bit of trash, five to seven gallons of water is wasted.

3. Check your toilets for leaks
Put a little food coloring in your toilet tank. If, without flushing, the color begins to appear in the bowl within 30 minutes, you have a leak that should be repaired immediately. Most replacement parts are inexpensive and easy to install.

4. Use your water meter to check for hidden water leaks
Read the house water meter before and after a two-hour period when no water is being used. If the meter does not read exactly the same, there is a leak.

5. Install water-saving shower heads and low-flow faucet aerators
Inexpensive water-saving low-flow shower heads or restrictors are easy for the homeowner to install. Also, long, hot showers can use five to ten gallons every unneeded minute. Limit your showers to the time it takes to soap up, wash down and rinse off. "Low-flow" means it uses less than 2.5 gallons per minute.
You can easily install a ShowerStart showerhead, or add a ShowerStart converter to existing showerheads, which automatically pauses a running shower once it gets warm. Also, all household faucets should be fit with aerators. This single best home water conservation method is also the cheapest!

6. Put plastic bottles or float booster in your toilet tank
To cut down on water waste, put an inch or two of sand or pebbles inside each of two plastic bottles to weigh them down. Fill the bottles with water, screw the lids on, and put them in your toilet tank, safely away from the operating mechanisms. Or, buy an inexpensive tank bank or float booster. This may save ten or more gallons of water per day.

Be sure at least 3 gallons of water remain in the tank so it will flush properly. If there is not enough water to get a proper flush, users will hold the lever down too long or do multiple flushes to get rid of waste. Two flushings at 1.4 gallons is worse than a single 2.0 gallon flush. A better suggestion would be to buy an adjustable toilet flapper that allow for adjustment of their per flush use. Then the user can adjust the flush rate to the minimum per flush setting that achieves a single good flush each time.

For new installations, consider buying "low flush" toilets, which use 1 to 2 gallons per flush instead of the usual 3 to 5 gallons.

Replacing an 18 liter per flush toilet with an ultra-low volume (ULV) 6 liter flush model represents a 70% savings in water flushed and will cut indoor water use by about 30%.

7. Insulate your water pipes.
It's easy and inexpensive to insulate your water pipes with pre-slit foam pipe insulation. You'll get hot water faster plus avoid wasting water while it heats up.

8. Take shorter showers.
One way to cut down on water use is to turn off the shower after soaping up, then turn it back on to rinse. A four-minute shower uses approximately 20 to 40 gallons of water.

9. Turn off the water after you wet your toothbrush
There is no need to keep the water running while brushing your teeth. Just wet your brush and fill a glass for mouth rinsing.

10. Rinse your razor in the sink
Fill the sink with a few inches of warm water. This will rinse your razor just as well as running water, with far less waste of water.

11. Use your dishwasher and clothes washer for only full loads ( as applicable!! )
Automatic dishwashers and clothes washers should be fully loaded for optimum water conservation. Most makers of dishwashing soap recomend not pre-rinsing dishes which is a big water savings.
With clothes washers, avoid the permanent press cycle, which uses an added 20 liters (5 gallons) for the extra rinse. For partial loads, adjust water levels to match the size of the load. Replace old clothes washers. New Energy Star rated washers use 35 - 50% less water and 50% less energy per load. If you're in the market for a new clothes washer, consider buying a water-saving frontload washer.

12. Minimize use of kitchen sink garbage disposal units
In-sink 'garburators' require lots of water to operate properly, and also add considerably to the volume of solids in a septic tank which can lead to maintenance problems. Start a compost pile as an alternate method of disposing food waste.

13. When washing dishes by hand, don't leave the water running for rinsing
If your have a double-basin, fill one with soapy water and one with rinse water. If you have a single-basin sink, gather washed dishes in a dish rack and rinse them with a spray device or a panful of hot water. Dual-swivel aerators are available to make this easier. If using a dishwasher, there is usually no need to pre-rinse the dishes.

14. Don't let the faucet run while you clean vegetables
Just rinse them in a stoppered sink or a pan of clean water. Use a dual-setting aerator.

15. Keep a bottle of drinking water in the fridge.
Running tap water to cool it off for drinking water is wasteful. Store drinking water in the fridge in a safe drinking bottle. If you are filling water bottles to bring along on outdoor hikes, consider buying a LifeStraw personal water filter which enables users to drink water safely from rivers or lakes or any available body of water.

Water conservation in the yard and garden...

16. Plant drought-resistant lawns, shrubs and plants
If you are planting a new lawn, or overseeding an existing lawn, use drought-resistant grasses such as the new "Eco-Lawn".
Many beautiful shrubs and plants thrive with far less watering than other species. Replace herbaceous perennial borders with native plants. Native plants will use less water and be more resistant to local plant diseases. Consider applying the principles of xeriscape for a low-maintenance, drought resistant yard.
Plant slopes with plants that will retain water and help reduce runoff.
Group plants according to their watering needs.

17. Put a layer of mulch around trees and plants
Mulch will slow evaporation of moisture while discouraging weed growth. Adding 2 - 4 inches of organic material such as compost or bark mulch will increase the ability of the soil to retain moisture. Press the mulch down around the dripline of each plant to form a slight depression which will prevent or minimize water runoff.
For information about different mulch materials and their best use, click here.

18. Don't water the gutter
Position your sprinklers so water lands on the lawn or garden, not on paved areas. Also, avoid watering on windy days.

19. Water your lawn only when it needs it
A good way to see if your lawn needs watering is to step on the grass. If it springs back up when you move, it doesn't need water. If it stays flat, the lawn is ready for watering. Letting the grass grow taller (to 3") will also promote water retention in the soil.
Most lawns only need about 1" of water each week. During dry spells, you can stop watering altogether and the lawn will go brown and dormant. Once cooler weather arrives, the morning dew and rainfall will bring the lawn back to its usual vigor. This may result in a brown summer lawn, but it saves a lot of water.

20. Deep-soak your lawn
When watering the lawn, do it long enough for the moisture to soak down to the roots where it will do the most good. A light sprinkling can evaporate quickly and tends to encourage shallow root systems. Put an empty tuna can on your lawn - when it's full, you've watered about the right amount. Visit our natural lawn care page for more information.

21. Water during the early parts of the day; avoid watering when it's windy
Early morning is generally better than dusk since it helps prevent the growth of fungus. Early watering, and late watering, also reduce water loss to evaporation. Watering early in the day is also the best defence against slugs and other garden pests. Try not to water when it's windy - wind can blow sprinklers off target and speed evaporation.

22. Add organic matter and use efficient watering systems for shrubs, flower beds and lawns
Adding organic material to your soil will help increase its absorption and water retention. Areas which are already planted can be 'top dressed' with compost or organic matter.
You can greatly reduce the amount of water used for shrubs, beds and lawns by:
- the strategic placement of soaker hoses
- installing a rain barrel water catchment system
- installing a simple drip-irrigation system
Avoid over-watering plants and shrubs, as this can actually diminish plant health and cause yellowing of the leaves.
When hand watering, use a variable spray nozzle for targeted watering.

23. Don't run the hose while washing your car
Clean the car using a pail of soapy water. Use the hose only for rinsing - this simple practice can save as much as 150 gallons when washing a car. Use a spray nozzle when rinsing for more efficient use of water. Better yet, use a waterless car washing system; there are several brands, such as EcoTouch, which are now on the market.

24. Use a broom, not a hose, to clean driveways and sidewalks

25. Check for leaks in pipes, hoses, faucets and couplings
Leaks outside the house may not seem as bad since they're not as visible. But they can be just as wasteful as leaks indoors. Check frequently to keep them drip-free. Use hose washers at spigots and hose connections to eliminate leaks.

By: sun on 11 Nov 2012, 00:05

Good tips! Appreciate your efforts!

By: blrsiteseeker on 11 Nov 2012, 01:17

Everyone follow this and all conservation. THere must be similar tips for electricity conservation as well. Please apply all these. Given the dire shortage we are going through, it would be most beneficial to everyone.

By: aries31 on 11 Nov 2012, 10:02

Very useful tips. Should be pinned on the main page

By: Vimal on 11 Nov 2012, 10:50

MSN,

Good article. Is it cut & paste from american media ?

Do you know where can I buy showerstart in bangalore ?

Thanks
Vimal

By: msn1270 on 11 Nov 2012, 16:51

Vimal

I came across these points published by an another Indian in his Blog. I thought these are useful info for everyone, hence shared here. These are neither proprietory nor patented info, a collection of good practices which can be adopted by all who care natural resources. Need not to view things by the angle of Ctrl+C & Ctrl+V. While copying others good practices, sometimes we can make even better things. Perhaps, we have the responsibility to work towards conserving the natural resources for our next generation.

I'm also searching for the points where we can buy these items for household purposes in bangalore. Few manufacturers like Euronics, Neo systek are making water saving items/systems. If I come across your need, definitely i'll share.

By: Vimal on 11 Nov 2012, 17:27

MSN,

Sorry, I didn't mean to belittle your effort. I appreciate your sharing the info in this forum. It has some helping information that I can incorporate in my plumbing design. Please let us know when you find the water saving items.

Thanks
Vimal

Topic: Sand Requirement

Reply: Sand Requirement

By: amit_pearl2 on 11 Nov 2012, 16:38

Hello All,

where on Bannerghatta road can i get sand. My requirement is around 20 Bags of Sand (filled in 30 Kg cement bag).
How much may i have to shell out for this and where can i get this little quanity of sand. I need this for patch work(plastering a portion of wall).

How do i know if the sand is worth doing plaster work?

Regards
Amit

Topic: Telecom Layout(Green Field Gardens 1)- Is there any issue?

By: props on 08 Nov 2012, 10:54

Ram,
I just bought a plot in Green Field garden phase 3/4 2 weeks back and i had checked on this approach road issue but i think this problem is only with phase 1 and the same also will also get resolved soon is what i understand. Teelcom society has a good track record and most of similar issues in other layouts were dealt promptly.

Having said all this , am hoping that there will not be any issues. Moreover you will not get plots so close to airport for such low prices in any other layouts...so this is certainly a low cost high risk high return deal

By: jaggims on 08 Nov 2012, 18:48

Hello props,

may i know if you buy your site in GFG-phase 3 or phase-4? i thought phase-4 is still not ready for allotment.
did you buy it from a society memebr or from society itself?

i am waiting since 7 years i have applied for a site in GFG-phase 4, but still havent got my site allotted.

-Jagadeesh

By: props on 09 Nov 2012, 12:38

Jag,
Sorry if i confused you, i just got it in 3rd phase...ma plots are not allotted...i just paid the amount and waiting for the allotment , the guy who suported me says the allotment will start in 6-12 months time.

By: yssunil on 11 Nov 2012, 16:32

Hi Props.
I was looking for buying a property at Telecom Layout. Since you have already bought one, any leads you can help me with?

Topic: Any Views On Greenfield Gardens Telecom Layout

By: props on 09 Nov 2012, 14:19

Aries....800 seems to be a higher price...i jus bought 2400sqft plot for 600rs./sqft

By: m3_07 on 09 Nov 2012, 16:10

The allotments were done last month.

Intermediate @ 575/ SFT & corner at 975/ SFT.

The layout is not planned well. There were 167 nos 40x60 sites, out of which 33 were of odd dimensions. This is very poor planning I would say. Ironically there was mad scramble to get that 33 odd sites too of all shapes & sizes. There were traingles/ trapeziums....but no circles

By: aries31 on 11 Nov 2012, 09:58

@props,

Thanks. I decided not to waste time/money on this one.

I have booked a site in a nearby development . BSNL EWHBCS Telecom Aeropark @698 psf. They are working on 1000 sites , almost 900 were booked by yesterday.

Topic: plot number missing in the site

By: ecopackindia on 09 Nov 2012, 09:11

Dear Sir,
Is it a BDA site?
Is there a katha for 40X60 site?
Has it not been bifurcated by BDA?
Do you have the katha for the bifurcated sites?
Examine the documents thoroughly and especially the possession certificate and the katha issued (bifurcated) by the authorities and visit the BDA offices to confirm it.
After due confirmation, fix the boundaries or site numbers as allotted or bifurcated.
ecopackindia

Topic: Site adjoining to Abhiman Studio -- Sapthagiri County

By: biddappa_c_b on 09 Nov 2012, 00:16

Hi Kishore,

The site purchase is in progress, I have applied for a bank loan, sale agreement done. I am going in for a composite loan.

Just hoping that someone is also planning to construct a house so that I too can get company.

cheers
-Biddappa

By: kishorenc on 09 Nov 2012, 04:40

Hi Bidappa

What is the price and the site number.

Kishore

By: kishorenc on 09 Nov 2012, 05:01

Hi Bidappa:

Can u give your contact number please.

Rgds,
Kishore

Topic: Need feedback on Sapthagiri nagar Layout,Hosakerehalli

By: pradeepkumargl on 07 Nov 2012, 22:37

Hi,
I came across a site 800sqft East facing close to Hoskerehalli lake with A khatha. Price quoted is 3800rs/sqft negotiable. [Sapthagiri Layout]. If any of you have any information about this layout. Please email me on pradeepkumargl@yahoo.com. I went through the above thread and found there are 2 issues one is litigation and other one is closing the entry from Ittamadu side. Are these issues genuine? I was looking for site in this locality.
Thanks in advance,
Pradeep

By: msn1270 on 08 Nov 2012, 11:25

Pradeep

Why do you want to take risk, when majority opinion is not positive on this layout. Instead of looking for individual opinions, collect the documents and submit to a bank for home loan process. If its successful, its well & good. Aishwarya Developers who made this layout is just a GPA holder, not a original land lord and he is not accountable for any of the issues related to this land presently or in future also.

By: pradeepkumargl on 08 Nov 2012, 20:30

Thanks for your feedback msn1270!

By: jayateerthrk on 08 Nov 2012, 21:34

Hi,

I have site in Sapthagiri layout. Construction is almost complete. Till now , no issues found.
Planning to occupy by December end.

Thanks,
Jay

Topic: Leaning Apartment at Electronic city

By: panandh on 08 Nov 2012, 11:26

Oh my God!!!

By: Jkulkarni on 08 Nov 2012, 12:47

msn1270,

This is shocking!!! Has BBMP taken any action?? I wonder who issued the plan sanction, there are nearby apartments, not sure if all people have been vacated.
Do you know where this apartment is located?

We should inform BBMP Engineering Office about it.

By: msn1270 on 08 Nov 2012, 14:58

Pals

this incident was reported in the month of March 2012. Nearly 8 months over
This structure won't be alive now.

By: Jkulkarni on 08 Nov 2012, 15:16

my bad missed seeing the date of the original post.

Topic: Issues with Stressed Assest

Reply: Issues with Stressed Assest

By: panandh on 08 Nov 2012, 14:03

Hi,

I'm planning to enter into stressed asset auction. What are common pitfalls in stressed assets, other than what we have to go through with land verification.

Thanks,
P. Anandh

Forum: Regularisation

Topic: Home loan for construction on a plot with B khata

By: panandh on 09 Nov 2012, 16:59

Thanks for the info. I was planning to purchase a plot with "B" khata. I will check with these HFCs.

Anand

Forum: Vishveshwariah

Topic: Current price in Railway Men's layout Blck2 or Bhavani nagar

Reply: Current price in Railway Men's layout Blck2 or Bhavani nagar

By: Sushma G P on 08 Nov 2012, 00:12

Hi,

Can anyone please let me know the current price/sq.ft (of a BDA approved site) in Railway men's layout Block II -also called as Bhavani nagar?

Thanks
Sushma

By: msn1270 on 08 Nov 2012, 10:52

Rs. 3,500/sq.ft onwards.

Forum: Anjanapura - BDA

Topic: Need Anjanapura BDA Layout map/diagram

By: indireddy on 08 Nov 2012, 17:59

Hi Karthik did you get the map from some one..? if yes will you please fwd to me indireddysankar@gmail.com

By: Sathyanaryan on 09 Nov 2012, 12:00

http://wikimapia.org/#lat=12.8584054&lon=77.5610511&z=15&l=0&m=b

By: venkyn on 09 Nov 2012, 12:03

I don't know how some RE agents posses those layout maps.

-Venky

By: karthik_s9 on 09 Nov 2012, 15:25

Hi Indireddy, I haven't got it and after soo much of struggle finally I've dropped the plans of buying a site in Anjanapura as the agents have hyped the prices to very high and I personally felt its not worth it.

Thanks,
Karthik

By: msn1270 on 09 Nov 2012, 21:53

Hi All

if you all interested for having the layout Map, why don't you approach BDA using RTI ??.
You will get it in an official way itself.

By: sun on 09 Nov 2012, 23:13

hi, please approach to BDA office, and there would be a section clerk, & there is a specific govt. fee to share this with public, one need to pay it and get the map. Please reach out to Anjanapura 10th and 11th block association if you are looking for the map of that blocks. some one may have it.

Topic: Owners of Anjanapura layout

By: gowda_sree on 09 Nov 2012, 18:37

Dear All Anjanapura Owners Association members:

Tomorrow's MLA visit to Lay-out has been postponed, due to BDA and BWSSB officials holiday.

This will be rescheduled again after Deepawali.

Please note this change.

Sree (9886484966)

Topic: Good News Namma Metro Rail Project not touching Anjanapura

By: ByJupiter on 08 Nov 2012, 20:36

I had been to 5th G block today. Saw some work going on with Namma Metro board around it. It was near to some quarry. Checked with a local RE agent who told that the Metro station is coming up there. The track will be above ground along the main road. Not sure though since the width of the road seemed inadequate for a Metro track.

By: MNRS on 08 Nov 2012, 21:17

Whitefield, Mahadevapura side, already Phase II work or identification is started. Seen the Metro barricades showing that the Geo-Technical Investigations are being done in that area (as per the metro Phase II Map).

So if you seen any particular barricades indicating that it is for Metro, it is be reliable.

By: jackalbda on 08 Nov 2012, 21:23

The work in 5th G block , AFAIK , is not Metro Station or anything. There are two quarries which have stopped and the debris from the metro work in other places ( like underground tunnels ) are supposed to be filled in these quarries. I had talked to one of the quarry owner there and he gave me this info. Since day and night trucks comes and fill these quarries, there is a Metro Board placed there. Yes , its related to Metro but not really metro station or anything.

By: tamya on 08 Nov 2012, 22:29

Agents are Agents ...look for every reason to jack the price..!!!!

Topic: Anjanapura BBMP dump yard

Reply: Anjanapura BBMP dump yard

By: Jagjith12 on 08 Nov 2012, 01:20

Saw in yesterdays's news paper that " BBMP identified dump yard in anajanapura". Not sure where it is. But there is a rumor that they may drop the dump near Anjanapura 9th block quarry pits in future.
Is this news is true??. I finalized a site in 9th block, because of this news planning to setback.

By: ByJupiter on 08 Nov 2012, 01:52

Incidentally, I was checking out the various layouts in an around Anjanapura in wikimapia today and noticed there's an area mentioned as BBMP garbage dump. For exact location, you'll have to check wiki.

By: Jagjith12 on 08 Nov 2012, 10:52

The one visible in wikimapia was in Anjanapura 3rd block and it is already closed now.
I wanted to know whether same thing will done near 9th block quarry pits.

By: ByJupiter on 08 Nov 2012, 20:25

No idea on that one.

Forum: BSK IV to VI BDA

Topic: BSK 10th Block

Reply: BSK 10th Block

By: tarun.h2 on 11 Nov 2012, 23:20

HI,

I have a plot in 6th stage 10th block, i am planning to construct house next year, but the problem is there are no houses constructed near by. Is there any specific reasons..?
Thanks in advance

By: sreekbda on 12 Nov 2012, 11:29

join bsk-6 group on facebook and post this question. You have a better chance of getting a response.

Topic: BSK 6th Stage 3rd Block

By: venkatesh t on 10 Nov 2012, 10:59

i intrested your plot pls touch me

venkatesh

There is no mention of a site for sale in this thread. What are you looking for? Please post relevant things in the thread and forum. Admin

Forum: Jp nagar

Topic: JP Nagar 9th Block 1st phase Map

By: someshmv on 12 Nov 2012, 22:27

Sorry typo error, I am looking for JP Nagar 9th Phase, Ist Block, BDA Layout Map....

By: msn1270 on 13 Nov 2012, 16:38

Approach BDA office and use e-pragati kiosk(if this is still working), get it download by paying some fee.

Else apply through RTI and get it.

Forum: BIAPPA approved

Topic: Khatha Transfer

By: yssunil on 11 Nov 2012, 18:06

Hi,
Who is responsible for issuing Khata to BIAAPA approved sites?
Just like how BDA issues Khata for BDA approved layouts, Does BIAAPA not do it?

Forum: GramaThana (VP)

Topic: Information regarding layout at manganahalli

Reply: Information regarding layout at manganahalli

By: Vijay_kumarmr1 on 09 Nov 2012, 15:31

Hi
I have seen one layout in manganahalli next to Sir MV Layout. NandaGokula layout which is opposite Mahalaxmi enclave. Anybody has the information about the layout.

Regards
Vijay

Forum: MYSORE/MUDA

Topic: SKYTOP green city

Reply: SKYTOP green city

By: lodevenky on 11 Nov 2012, 20:09

Hello Mysoru mitrare !

I've two 60x40 allotments in skytop green city project in mysore. I was told the MUDA approval has been received and ready for registration. Anyone knows the current price for these plots?

I may be willing to sell @ 450 per sqft if anyone is interested. This will be below what i paid and the interest cost over past 5 years. I'm currently out of the country and can reached by Email.

My email id is lodevenky@gmail.com

My mother has a 30x40 site in Railway colony, Bogadi (Near SBM layout) which was alloted 20 years ago.
If anyone is interested in buying @ 1500 per sqft, i can make a trip to complete the transactions early next year.

Thanks
lode venky.

By: yashmys on 11 Nov 2012, 20:42

The SKYTOP green city doesnt come under MUDA limits.So no question of MUDA approval. By the way, the initial price was 270 RS I believe

Forum: Bangalore North

Topic: Seeking feedback on BSNL EWHBCS

Reply: Seeking feedback on BSNL EWHBCS

By: aries31 on 11 Nov 2012, 11:33

Hi All

BSNL Employee Welfare HBCS webiste: http://bsnlhousingsociety.com/index.php is distributing sites in Mysore and Bangalore. Does any member have any good/bad experience in dealing with them?

I have booked one site in Telecom Aeropark. So far, the experience has been very good. (professional).

Topic: HBR Telecom layout

Reply: HBR Telecom layout

By: bjvinay on 09 Nov 2012, 11:36

Any review on HBR Telecom layout ?

Forum: Bangalore South

Topic: Black money in buying property

By: magblr on 09 Nov 2012, 16:21

NEFT transfer is another safer option you can think of.

Topic: Vasundhara Layout, Shree Anantha Nagar 3rd Ph,off Hosur road

By: Sathyanaryan on 08 Nov 2012, 17:43

Vasundhara Layout, is not a part of Shree Ananth Nagar. Moreover this layout is in the green belt region & not approved (Am talking about Ananth Nagar). As for Vasundhara Layout not sure if 2k-2.5k is the right price. You can get a site in a better place if you part with 3k on Hosur main road. You can also try Reliable Lavender, its a much better location than Vasundhara Layout expect for the fact that its a gated community.

By: sun on 08 Nov 2012, 19:17

Thank you very much, do you happen to have any weblink or any other details for Reliable Lavender please?

Topic: BDA Khata Site for sharing in Telecom layout

By: ksingh.rajeev on 07 Nov 2012, 20:33

Dear SP24,

Can you tell me the north facing site number of telecom layout? You can e-mail me if possible. ksingh.rajeev@gmail.com

-Rajeev

Forum: Bangalore East

Topic: Kanakashree layout, Hennur

By: srinivasamurthy1 on 13 Nov 2012, 21:10

looking for sites in kanakashree layout [byrathi/kannur] immediate settlement,only owners mail me with detail [site number,facing,and which layout (byrathi/kannur)] srinivasamurthy1@indiatimes.com NOTE - I'M A BROKER,WITH LOT OF NRI CLIENTS AND PROPERTY INVESTORS, SERVICE CHARGE OF 1% IS APPLICABLE.

Forum: Civil Construction

Topic: Solar water heater height above bathroom

Reply: Solar water heater height above bathroom

By: Viswa on 14 Nov 2012, 05:29

We are planning for the solar water heater location. We are planning to put the solar heater on the south side, just above the master bedroom slab, while the water tank is @ 10 feet height from the slab. We are planning to pass the solar water heater line through the geyser. Will this affect the water pressure coming from solar heater? Should we raise the height of the solar heater?

As always, I appreciate this forums help

Thanks
Viswa

By: blrsiteseeker on 14 Nov 2012, 08:01

We have ours in exactly the same position - the water tank is on the south west corner at a height of 10' above the terrace, the solar panels and water tank for it are on the south east side facing south. And solar water passes through the geyser (though we don't have a geyser in all bathrooms - we have provision for that to be done when ever we decide to install one). We get decent hot water and good pressure. We have installed pressure booster - but even without that being turned on, we get good hot water.

By: pvr59ksl on 14 Nov 2012, 14:15

Hi Viswa

We have been using a solar water heater for the past 10 years. I have found out the following with regard to solar water heaters(SWH).
1.While using the SWH, initially we get cold water(about ¾ bucket) till the water in the connecting pipe between the SWH and the tap is emptied. Lengthier the connecting pipe, more the cold water. Hence, the connecting pipe from the SWH to the tap should be as short as possible.

2.It is best to have heat resistant plastic connecting pipe to keep the water in the connecting pipe hot. Otherwise, when the second person goes to bath, after some time, the water in the connecting pipe will be cold. (Ours is GI pipe insulated with locally available insulating thread and white cement and the heat loss is more). It is better for the members of the house to take bath in quick succession so that everybody will get hot water.

3.If you are passing the connecting pipe to an electric geyser, initially you will be getting cold water equal to the volume of the electric geyser + that in the connecting pipe.

We have been using the SWH without an electric connectin for the past 10 years and we save 100 units per month.

Topic: Litigation on Revenue Land

Reply: Litigation on Revenue Land

By: ilu1979 on 14 Nov 2012, 10:59

Respected Team members,
I need your legal opinion before I go ahead .
We bought revenue Land 6 sites ( 30*40) from a developer who had 1 Acre and 10 Guntas of Land , Developer sold 1 acre of land to some REDDY and he retained 10 Guntas of land . in September 2011 he sold 6 sites ( 30*40) each to all our family members and we got Khata and we paid yearly tax to Panchayat office .
I started constructing my dream house in October 2012 , took building plan approval from panchayat office .
When we started construction the Reddy people claimed Land belongs to them , he informed to stop the work immediately otherwise he will get JCB and demolish our foundations and my bore well . I went to sub registrar office and got Reddy sale deed it was clear that the property doesn't belong to him as he claimed . when we approached the developer he suggested let the survey people come . Again the Reddy claims Land developer has come to an agreement with Reddy much before our sale deed in September 2011 and he has already taken money for 10 Guntas. Reddy is not showing the agreement .
I gathered information , all the developers in that area are doing the same practice to grab the land and sell to Reddy at higher Rate . I would like to Take Court stay order and start construction . Pls advise .

Topic: Single Phase Vs Three Phase connection

Reply: Single Phase Vs Three Phase connection

By: jackalbda on 13 Nov 2012, 14:21

I wanted to go for single phase connection for my house. But my architect now says that the electric points in my house is such that I have to apply for 3 phase connection. I wanted to go for single phase to reduce the electricity bill. But he says that there wont be any difference in bills between 3 phase and single phase . Is that true ? What is the electric point limitation here? Based on how many kilo watts, should I be mandatorily taking a 3 phase connection ? Between single phase and three phase , which all stages ( initial deposits/bribes ) will I have to pay more ? Will the monthly bill be all the same ?

By: tech4pk on 14 Nov 2012, 07:48

Hi, I was also asked the same by my electrical contractor. There will not be any additional charges for 3-phase tariffs and there will be around 30/- extra for the minimum bill amount.
But, you have to spend little more, around 8-10k (as per my contractor) to get the 3-ph connection when compared to the 1-ph connection as it includes meter cost, and other deposits/KEB charges.
But, do remember that the tariff plan is same for both 1-ph and 3-ph domestic connection.

Topic: Vitrified Tiles for living/Dining

By: monagaadu on 07 Nov 2012, 22:12

@rainbow_flat: Can I get vitrified tiles that have good glossy finish but still are anti-skid? I have marble flooring in the current flat and if water is spilled on the floor it is not easily visible and leads to skid. I believe vitrified tiles will also have the same problem, so looking for tiles that have good glossy finish but dont have the problem of skidding.

Ans:Now there are some tiles where in you can see the water spillage clearly, I have checked one from RAK ceramics.

By: JollyRogers on 08 Nov 2012, 08:34

I am also looking for good brands of Vitrified tiles, Everything that I have seen across in Marble finish (Johson Marbonite, Nitco, Kajaria, RAK) are around 100 to 150 rupees per sq.ft. (these are usually 2'X4' or 1 meterX1 meter tiles). If someone is aware of getting tiles around 80-100, kindly request you to share details.

By: jackalbda on 08 Nov 2012, 09:22

You are right JollyRogers. For marble finish thats the rate I also got. Finally I went without marble finish, thats RAK Sonic IV series and it came to be around 78Rs (psft) after discount.

By: JollyRogers on 08 Nov 2012, 09:46

Thanks Jackalbda for the update. Can you let me know from where you purchased RAK? Can you share the % of discount offered?

By: jackalbda on 08 Nov 2012, 18:02

I got mine from Chabria & Sons...The discount offered was 8%.

By: rainbow_flat on 13 Nov 2012, 00:22

Jackalbda, Could you please share the model of the tile that you have selected as I can see from RAK website there are 4 shades of Sonic tiles - ivory, gold, maze and crema.

By: jackalbda on 13 Nov 2012, 10:25

To be frank , its neither of the four shown in the RAK website. But the closest match is ivory.

Topic: Plan Approval + Road Cutting Charges Clubbed Together

By: anand1980 on 12 Nov 2012, 16:53

Hi,
if anyone is having some information regardng planning approval procedure and amount in recent days please share the information.

Anand

Topic: Any filling material to increase floor height(synder)

By: JollyRogers on 12 Nov 2012, 08:43

I am also looking for Synder for filling my sunken slab. Can anyone shed some light on the costs per ton, and the available location from where I can purchase this?

Topic: What is carpenter charges for frames?

By: marcoz on 11 Nov 2012, 11:26

Hello ,

Could you please share details of the carpenter . We are also looking to buy wood from Timber yard.

Many thanks

Regards,
Sampreeth

Topic: Doors and Windows

By: kiran0222 on 10 Nov 2012, 15:53

HI,
Looking for the carpenter in bangalore south for Main Door.
Please share the contact number and info.
what type if wood is used.

Regards
Kiran R
9900589379
Kiran.ram23@gmail.com

Topic: Kitchen Dimension

By: njayakeerthy on 09 Nov 2012, 18:25

tvsh wrote:8.6x8.6 is a good size for a kitchen. We lived in a rented place that had a large kitchen platform. the distance between platforms on the opposite ends (parallel platforms) was about 9 feet. This made one side platform totally useless as one has to walk all the way to the other to use it and ended up being a platform for temporary storage. Ideally both the platforms(opposite sides) should be reasonably close to use them simultaneously.

Google for "work triangle" in kitchen and you might get good ideas in kitchen design. In your layout, you can have the fridge behind the pooja room and have a L shaped kitchen counter.

Thank you tvsh. Very informative. It helps me while I design my kitchen.

Regards,
Naga

Topic: Termites and Pest Control Treatment for Independent House

Reply: Termites and Pest Control Treatment for Independent House

By: MNRS on 08 Nov 2012, 16:01

Hi All

I am planning to go with Pest Control of India Ltd Termites treatment and anti Ants/Cockroaches treatment. For about 2000 sft house, PCI is quoting about 15K for both.

Can you please do let me know your reviews or the Termites and pest control treatment. Isn't price is good ? Any reviews on PCI or overall pest control treatment ?

Thanks

By: MNRS on 09 Nov 2012, 11:29

Got a feedback from my friend that the Pest Control of India (PCI) cost is on bit higher side and now a days their service has been deteriorated.

If you have any more feedback on them or any recommend any other pest control service provider, please let me know.

Topic: Vitrified Tiles: from where to buy?

Reply: Vitrified Tiles: from where to buy?

By: rajuraikar on 08 Nov 2012, 15:26

there isn't much of ceramics shops near my house also i didn't liked the few tiles which are displayed there.
this weekend i am planning to visit City Market hoping to find few good shops.

Ceramics shops are pretty much scattered all around city, could anybody suggest few places where i can visit couple of good shops? (just like Jigani area for granites).

Topic: Electrical fittings ( fans , lights, geasers)

By: tech4pk on 07 Nov 2012, 21:56

I had gone Havell's tube lights, of slim type design with the electronic ballast. I felt that CFLs are expensive and less illuminations.
in the slim type tube lights, I got 5W (1 feet length) for bath rooms, 9W (2feet length) for bed rooms and then, 18W for the living areas. I am happy with my decision.

By: msn1270 on 08 Nov 2012, 11:14

Tech4pk

Illumination depends on the Quality/grade of materials used in making the CFL's. Say within Philips 3 ranges are there for the same wattage and different brightness. if you look at the brightness of the high end Tornado series CFL's, its really awesome & unbeatable.

As per my knowledge in India, Only Philips and OSRAM (Siemens) have their own R&D and manufactures as per their specified standards. Rest of the brands like EverReady, Bajaj, Oreva...etc simply imports from Chinese third party manufacturers with their name labelled.

Also length of the tubes makes difference in spreading the light uniformly inside an area. Hence we shouldn't compare CFL tubes directly w.r.to a Tube light. These are meant for replacing the incandescent Bulbs. Lengthy tubes spreads brightness in more balanced way. if you want to compare CFL Tube Brightness w.r.t to the Tube light, within Philips brand, there is a series called Bonsai having around 1.75 ft length comes with 36W 4 Pin CFL Long tubes, Its brightness is too good compared to any conventional Tube light.

By: Mukund on 08 Nov 2012, 11:55

Dear All

CRABTREE is brand of HAVELL's only. It is premium good quality Product.

By Modular mean the Construction of the Assembly is module design i.e each component is pressed and fitted without need for screws, hence asthetic and visually appealing.

Screws are not visible when installed.

Schnieder manufactures clipsal switches which is classified as NON PREMIUM Product range.

Hope this clarifies few queries.

Mukund @ MJ

Forum: Material prices -- Members only

Topic: Construction material prices

By: JollyRogers on 08 Nov 2012, 08:45

ACC PPC Cement: Rs.340 per bag.
40% discount on Ashirwad & Supreme pipes.
I purchased Mangalore tiles (6" X 4") for Pooja room at Rs.6 per tile.

By: JollyRogers on 09 Nov 2012, 17:47

I had to purchase some additional wood for a door and I got the following rate: Austrailian Honne - Rs.1875 per cft.

Forum: Non Real Estate

Topic: deepavali wishes

Reply: deepavali wishes

By: plotcrazy on 12 Nov 2012, 07:56

Hi friends

Wishing you all a very happy and prosperous deepavali

regards
PC

Attachments

deepavali greeting cards.jpg (21.78 KiB)

By: JollyRogers on 12 Nov 2012, 08:40

Thank you, and WIshing all the mybdasites folks a Happy & Prosperous Deepavali!

By: pvr59ksl on 12 Nov 2012, 17:24

Thank You and wish all a Very Happy Deepavali.

Forum: Documents

Topic: Agreement with owner for buying a site

By: mdevmvrs on 07 Nov 2012, 17:52

Hi,

You can refer in the below URL for template.
http://www.vakilno1.com/froms_html/agreement.html
____________________
Regards
Devanand

By: sun on 08 Nov 2012, 23:43

Thank you very much!

Forum: Site for sale

Topic: 4000 SQFT SITE FOR SALE IN UPKAR LAYOUT, NEAR ULLAL

Reply: 4000 SQFT SITE FOR SALE IN UPKAR LAYOUT, NEAR ULLAL

By: manjugk789 on 14 Nov 2012, 12:07

1. Location of the plot - UPKAR LAYOUT, NEAR ULLAL
2. Size details - 50*80 - total 4000 sqft
3. Facing of the plot - East
4. Information about developer - UPKAR DEVELOPERS
5. BBMP SITE
6. Approvals - BBMP, DC CONVERSION
7. Katha type - BBMP A KHATA
8. Price info - Rs.3100 per sqft, Total Rs.12400000
9. Eligible for bank loans - Loans available for purchase in AXIS BANK, HDFC, ICICI, LIC and many banks
10. Contact info - Ph no 7829640719. manjugk789@gmail.com
11. Property consultant
12. 1% Commission
50*80 east facing site, Close to RTO Office, this layout is near ULLAL LAKE, CLUB HOUSE and PARKS are in this layout,Ready to build.for more details call me on 7829640719.

Topic: 2 30x40 sites for sale in Upkar springfields

By: manjesh on 11 Nov 2012, 20:57

mramki_77 wrote:Dear all,
Two 30x40 sites (adjacent) are available for sale in Upkar springfields. Price is 950 per site if bought together else 975 per sqft. Both the sites are east facing.
Details about the layout:
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Upkar Springfields is a self-contained township on Hosur Main Road, 10 mins. Drive from Electronic City. The project is BMRDA approved. A host of amenities that transforms your home into a resort:
Vihar | Parks | Golf Putting Range | Vikasa

Well planned with wide tar road.
Electicity and street lighting.
Underground drainage.
Exclusive overhead tank and borewells for water supply.
Open spaces for civic amenities.
Landscaped gardens.

Dear Sir,
please let me know if you are still holding the site
please reply to manj_bn@yahoo.com/ 09945514682
Children play ground.
All round fencing.
Avenue Trees.
Club House and Swimming Pool

Thanks
Ram
P.S: The developer is quoting around 1050-1100 per sqft currently.

Topic: 40X50 site for sale in Upkar Residency,Ullal(Brokers excuse)

Reply: 40X50 site for sale in Upkar Residency,Ullal(Brokers excuse)

By: chennab on 11 Nov 2012, 15:35

1. Location of the plot - Upkar Residency, off Ullalu Main road.
2. Size details - 40 X 48.5 - 1940 SFT
3. Facing - North & West Corner. North side 40 ft road and west side 30 ft road.
4. Information about developer / builder : Upkar Residency
5. BDA Approved plot
6. Approvals - DC Converted
7. Price info - 3300 per sq. ft and total price 6402000
8. Contact info - chenna.boddapati@gmail.com . Genuine buyers please mail me with your details, I will respond.
9. I am the first Owner of this site.
10. Bought from Upkar Developers through IDBI bank loan & bank loan is cleared.
11. Route Map: http://www.urwa-online.org/route-map-3

Brokers/Agents/Consultants Strictly excuse please.

Other details :
Layout is already well established with around 400 houses, tar roads, street lights, water, electricity, well developed lake, club house, community hall, garden, play ground and other common amenities. Please note that this site is in the phase-2 of Upkar Residency which is BDA no objection layout & attached to BDA approved Phase-1 of Upkar residency.

Topic: 60x40 North Facing site BSK6th Stage 4th Block

Reply: 60x40 North Facing site BSK6th Stage 4th Block

By: Itkrishna on 10 Nov 2012, 19:34

1. Location of the plot - BSK6th Sage 4th Block
2. Size details - 60x40
3. Facing - North
4. Landmark - Near Pavamanapura Raghavendra Swamy Temple
5. BDA Approved Layout
6. Approvals - BDA, BBMP, DC conversion
7. Katha type - BBMP A Khata
8. Price info - Rs. 3000 per sft
9. Property Tax up to date
10. Contact info - itkrishna257@yahoo.com
11. Direct Sale, Brokers Excuse

Topic: 60X40 plot for sale, Nisarga layout

By: sun on 10 Nov 2012, 15:05

hi..is this still available pls.

Topic: 50x80 BDA Plot in BSK 6th Stage F.E. for IMMEDIATE Sale

Reply: 50x80 BDA Plot in BSK 6th Stage F.E. for IMMEDIATE Sale

By: chetanghag on 10 Nov 2012, 11:53

1. Location of the plot- Banashankari 6th stage FE, 4th B block
2. Size details - 15m x 24 m (3875 sq ft)
3. Road Facing- North west
4. Information about developer- BDA (Bangalore Development Authority)
5. Approvals - BDA site in BDA layout (the largest such planned residential layout in Bangalore)
6. Asking Price - Rs. 3100/- per sq ft.
8. Contact info - chetanghag@gmail.com
9. Brokers please excuse. Only genuine Direct buyers can reach me on E-mail.

Topic: For sale 60x40 site Nisarga Layout

By: sun on 09 Nov 2012, 18:00

Hi, is this property still available? If yes, I can be reached at 9945690505.

Topic: 60*40 BDA site in SMV 7th Block for sale

By: bda_xvz on 07 Nov 2012, 19:50

Can you please let me know the site number, and if possible the exact location on google map?

Regards

By: mith_bda on 09 Nov 2012, 09:21

Please contact me at mithbda@gmail.com and I will give all the details.

Thanks & Regards.

Forum: Site wanted

Topic: Required 30x40 or 20x30 in Bsk 6th Stg / Anjanapura

By: shak on 09 Nov 2012, 22:30

Any sellers kindly respond as I am still looking to buy.

Topic: Wanted BDA/BBMP site in Vishveshwariah layout

Reply: Wanted BDA/BBMP site in Vishveshwariah layout

By: vittala.g on 09 Nov 2012, 10:49

Hi,
I am looking for a BDA/BBMP site in Bangalore west. Preferred area would be Vishveshwariah layout, Mallathalli, near east west engineering college, Machohalli, Ullal road.

Direct owner can contact me on 98456 31367.

Brokers please excuse.

Please post the requirements in 'Site wanted'. Moving to 'Site wanted' -Admin Team.

Forum: Building and Floor Plans -- Members only

Topic: Floor Plan

By: aries31 on 11 Nov 2012, 10:12

Pramodn

Before contacting architects, you can google for villa floorplans and view many of them. It will give you an idea of what a typical architect does.

You can also use some easy to use software and try drawing one. We used www.floorplanner.com

I had also made to-scale rooms from cardboard and tried various ideas on a table top. Low-tech, but unbeatable for testing ideas rapidly

I have found that a full architect service is not needed at all. (This saved me 1.5L for architect as well as about 5-6L in savings in floorspace - architects tend to "waste" space)

By: pramodn on 11 Nov 2012, 16:31

thank you.

By: sps1604 on 11 Nov 2012, 20:27

Please can someone let me know what would be the charges to get 3D view done?

By: krish on 12 Nov 2012, 01:07

May be you can check these tools once?
http://www.mybdasites.com/viewtopic.php?f=48&t=3488

By: pvr59ksl on 12 Nov 2012, 14:55

Hi pramodhn

Sweethome3d is an excellent free software for 3d plans. I tried this and has given excellent results. If you are computer savy it will take about a week to get a hold on this software. Once you get control over this software you can draw your floor plan and view it in 3D.

Forum: Layout Reviews

Topic: Jawahar Co-operative Society - Nandana Residency

By: props on 08 Nov 2012, 11:00

Nagaraj....i bought plot in green field Telcom lyt 2 weeks back for 600/sqft; this price was really negotaiated one which we got as we went as a group of three So i think the rate near telecom lyt is around 600/sqft.

By: Az2012 on 12 Nov 2012, 21:05

Hi Props,

There is one telcom layout in near Manyatha tech park. are these two telecom layouts belong to same society. I would lyk to discuss regarding this. can I have your contact number. My cont no 9886581798

Thanks,
Azim.

Forum: Layout group buying

Topic: Group buying of Site/Plot in Bangalore South

By: Az2012 on 12 Nov 2012, 16:53

Hi All,

I've seen a land close to hopefarm circle. Yellow zone resdential Land with clear titles. Its on Mainroad NH207 Oppsite to Maithry Layout. We can have only 20 plots. Please let me know your interests ASAP.

Thanks,
Azim

By: Jkulkarni on 13 Nov 2012, 02:06

We have about 14 people who have shown interest, mostly on 30x40 and 30x50 sites.

Azim: Can you please post the google map location of the land, Is this DC converted?

By: yvjanard on 13 Nov 2012, 12:02

I am interested. There is a good layout on kanakapura road with all big plots above 5400 sft for 1500 psft. We can chk that one.

By: ByJupiter on 14 Nov 2012, 10:48

This must be the Maithry Layout http://goo.gl/maps/ITevi Its at HF circle too.

Forum: Construction material group buying

Topic: Kitchen ware

By: magblr on 09 Nov 2012, 16:01

Spruce up your kitchen
GREAT SPACES

The challenge is not just to build a modular and smart kitchen but to make it functional and smart in the long run, writes Swati Kapur

Your kitchen need not be a place to just cook and clean. Modular fittings and smart appliances make your work easy but a smart kitchen is much more than that. Bring in some change into your kitchen. Take a look around your kitchen and spot the ten items that you can discard. If you've not used something in the last six months, the probability is that you will not use it in the future either. Look out for old pots, pans with depleted teflon coating, casseroles, milk cans, old bottles and jars that are not being used anymore and do away with them. Your kitchen needs a regular clean up, it can help remove clutter and prevent unnecessary hoarding.

Also if you are using utensils that are a little chipped or flaked off, it is time to stop using them. It is indicative of toxins being released. To prevent scratching of utensils, use wooden spoons to stir food, avoid steel ones. Don't stack pans or at least put a paper towel between them if you stack. Good cookware can last up to three to five years. Dr Smita Verma, gynaecologist from Delhi says, "people often ignore chipped vessels and pots and continue to cook in it. It's very harmful especially for pregnant women and children. We must either switch completely to steel or keep changing the non-stick varieties."

Also changing the counter top can add an instant fresh look, but instead of replacing it with high-end granite, marble, or man made quartz, cover it with a laminate top that lends it a granite-like finish. Cookers, hobs and ovens consume gas or electricity. So opt for natural gas. Induction electric hobs are more efficient than conventional electric, ceramic or halogen hobs and respond as quickly as gas. If you're still hooked to your mother in law's mixer grinder, then it's time you change this energy consuming appliance to something more efficient.

A new, energy efficient washing machine or dishwasher may use up to 40 per cent less energy than an old, inefficient model. Also check on the longevity factor of the machine.
Even if it costs a little more initially, if it lasts 20 years in place of five years then it is a good replacement. It is good for you and the environment. Induction cooking uses 90 per cent of the energy produced as compared to only 55 per cent for a gas burner and 65 per cent for traditional electric ranges. Choose from energy star labelled appliances that save energy. Remember, the kitchen consumes more energy than any other space in your house.

Lighting appliances in the house can be changed to give your kitchen a new look. Good lighting can actually highlight the features of your kitchen and make it look larger. Your kitchen can also be fitted within cabinets to highlight a frosted glass cabinet, expensive crockery or just to act as a focal point. Look at the main lights under which important tasks are performed. If you think the light being emitted is insufficient then immediately switch over to brighter but greener lights. Save energy with CFL and eco-friendly lights such as compact fluorescent or light-emitting diode bulbs. It is also compatible with dimmers and is a great way to vary moods. Also remember to switch off the lights, fans and other electrical appliances when not in use.

Wow factor

While you are budgeting do not forget to add one or two splurges for a focal point and a wow element to your kitchen. Handcrafted tiles with beautiful finishes, colours, and patterns or a creative island counter top can be a point of discussion with your guests.
Invest in the right kind of art if you wish to usher in some colour. Reema Lal from Mumbai added art to her kitchen with some Turkish tapestries and beakers. "My son travels a lot and keeps bringing me local artifacts. I thought of displaying the traditional Turkish beakers and a tapestry in the kitchen. It has added a moorish effect to the kitchen," she says.

You can also decorate your kitchen with plants. Plants will never let you down whether you put them in the balcony or the living room or the kitchen. So find the right corners and spruce them up with some lively plants. Beautiful pots add appeal and liveliness. If your kitchen is beige or set in a neutral tone then there's ample scope for you to add colours and variety. Red glasses, green ceramic frogs, colourful flowers or exquisite crockery can give it a grand appearance. A black board is also a great idea and can bring in the much needed quirk at a cooking place. Moreover, your grocery can be listed on it.

Thumb rule

If you create clutter then clear it right away. This is the a basic rule for a clean and fresh looking kitchen. "Mess has no place in my kitchen. Yes, it gets dirty at times when heavy cooking is on, but we don't sit back to clean up later. We do it there and then," says Bhav from Bangalore. The challenge is not just to build a modular and smart kitchen but to make it functional and smart in the long run. While you are in the kitchen do not think only about food but give a thought to the look of your kitchen and try reusing and recycling the available material to decorate it

By: krish on 10 Nov 2012, 17:25

@magblr: It'll be good to provide article source if the content is not original. Author should get credit for her/his work.

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