Tips, guides, and advice for maintaining your Hong Kong home
Expert advice to help you keep your home in top condition.
The right paint colour can make a 400-square-foot Hong Kong flat feel twice its size. Learn how to use light reflection, feature walls, ceiling colour tricks, and tools from Nippon and Dulux to choose the perfect palette for compact living.
Read More →Installing air conditioning in your Hong Kong home involves more decisions than you might think. This guide covers split vs window units, BTU calculation for HK flat sizes, condensate drainage, outdoor unit placement, and building management rules.
Read More →Cockroaches are an unwelcome fact of life in Hong Kong. Learn how to keep them out by sealing entry points, maintaining kitchen hygiene, using drain covers, applying gel bait, knowing when to call professional fumigation, and understanding seasonal patterns.
Read More →Concrete spalling is one of the most common and dangerous structural problems in Hong Kong's ageing building stock. Learn what causes it, the risks it poses, how repairs are carried out, your obligations under the Mandatory Building Inspection Scheme, and what typical repair costs look like.
Read More →Low water pressure is a frustrating reality for many residents of Hong Kong high-rises. Discover the common causes — from rooftop tank issues to undersized pipes — and learn about booster pumps, Water Supplies Department regulations, and practical solutions to restore proper flow.
Read More →Choosing between a split-type air conditioner and a window unit is one of the most important decisions for Hong Kong flat owners. Compare installation requirements, noise levels, energy efficiency, cooling power, and costs to make the right choice for your home.
Read More →Fire doors are a critical but often neglected safety feature in Hong Kong buildings. Understand the regulations governing fire doors, how self-closing mechanisms work, essential maintenance practices, common violations that put lives at risk, and when replacement is necessary.
Read More →Not every home repair in Hong Kong needs a professional — but some absolutely do. Learn which tasks are safe to DIY, which ones require a licensed tradesperson, where to buy tools in HK, and the most common DIY disasters that end up costing more than calling a pro in the first place.
Read More →Bathroom mould is one of the most persistent problems in Hong Kong homes, fuelled by year-round humidity that regularly exceeds 80%. Learn how to tackle silicone mould, ceiling mould, and grout mould, improve ventilation in windowless bathrooms, and establish a prevention routine that keeps mould from returning.
Read More →Living in a small Hong Kong flat means every square foot counts. Discover practical storage solutions including wall-mounted shelving systems, overhead cabinets, clever shoe racks, tatami storage platforms, and space-saving Murphy beds that can transform your compact home.
Read More →Choosing between a gas and electric water heater is one of the most important decisions for Hong Kong homeowners. Compare running costs, installation requirements, safety features, Towngas vs electric options, and instant vs storage tank systems to find the right fit for your flat.
Read More →Mosquitoes are a year-round nuisance in Hong Kong, with the added risk of dengue fever in recent years. Learn how to protect your home with window screens, eliminate standing water breeding sites, choose effective electronic traps, understand the government spraying schedule, and stay informed about dengue prevention.
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