From Sardine Can to Spacious: Our HDB Toilet Door Upgrade

Let me guess – your HDB bathroom feels like a sardine can. Every single time.

We've been there.

After months of putting up with it, we finally decided to do something about our ridiculously small HDB toilet. Best decision we made for our 2026 renovation.

Here is our honest, no-fluff experience buying and installing a **Slide and Swing Door** from **Renovaid Team**.

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## How We Found Renovaid Team

My journey began with late-night Googling. Keywords like "HDB toilet door" and "bathroom door Singapore" were my constant search companions.

That's when I came across Renovaid Team.

At first, I was skeptical. There are so many door suppliers in Singapore. But something about them felt different.

They had:

- BCA registration (not every door company has this)

- A local factory, not just a middleman

- Been around since 2014 – that's a good sign

- Transparent pricing – no hidden "surprise" fees

After reading reviews and comparing options, we decided to give them a try.

By the way, if you need doors for other rooms, Renovaid Team has an impressive range of **[bedroom doors](https://www.renovaid.com.sg/bedroom-doors.html)** too. We were so happy with the toilet door that we came back for more.

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## Understanding This "Hybrid" Door

I'll admit – I had no idea what a "slide and swing" door was at first. How can it be both?

Their team broke it down for me in plain English:

The door first slides to the side (like a sliding door), then swings open (like a regular door). Because it slides first, it needs way less space to open.

The features that sold us:

- **Trackless design** – I hate cleaning those gross bifold door tracks. Our old bifold door had a track that collected hair, dust, and who-knows-what-else.

- **Nearly 100% opening clearance** – I can actually walk in without doing a sideways shuffle.

- **White or grey powder-coated finish** – We went with grey and it looks so sleek.

- **Water resistant** – No more worrying about swelling or rotting.

To see what the door actually looks like, **[check out Renovaid Team's slide and swing door page here](https://www.renovaid.com.sg/slide-and-swing-doors.html)** . Trust me, the photos don't do it justice – it's even better in person.

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## From WhatsApp to Installation

Here is a play-by-play of our experience, so you know what to expect.

### Step 1: The WhatsApp Message

I nervously typed out my first message to their WhatsApp number. I'm not a fan of phone calls anyway, so this worked perfectly for me.

They replied within a few hours. They asked for basic info like door size and HDB type.

Quick tip: Have your measurements ready before you message. Saves a lot of back-and-forth.

### Free On-Site Visit

We scheduled a free on-site measurement. No endless phone trees or waiting on hold.

On the day of the measurement:

- They actually showed up when they said they would – refreshing, I know

- Came with actual colour samples and a catalogue

- We picked a grey frame with a clean, simple panel design

- He measured everything twice (professional!)

One thing to know: A 50% deposit or minimum $100 is required during measurement. No cheque – we paid via PayNow. And if you change your mind, there's a $40 fee – fair enough, their time isn't free.

Oh, and make sure the person who makes decisions is home – don't send your helper or a family member who can't approve things. We learnt that the hard way!

### The 14-21 Day Wait

After we confirmed the design and paid the deposit, we were told installation would take about 3-4 weeks. It ended up being exactly 18 days.

Not gonna lie – the wait felt long. But when they finally messaged us, it was worth it.

### The Big Day

The evening before installation, their office sent a WhatsApp message between 5 PM and 8 PM with a time window for arrival. They gave us a 10am-12pm window.

The guy showed up at 10:30am – right on time. He was friendly, wore a uniform, and had all the tools ready.

The whole thing took about an hour and a half. He hauled away our old rotting wooden door (it was disgusting at the bottom), installed the new slide and swing door, and cleaned up after himself.

Before packing up, he asked us to try opening and closing the door to make sure we were happy. Even showed us how to maintain the trackless mechanism.

Final payment was made on the spot – again via PayNow. No surprises, no hidden fees.

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## Living with the Slide and Swing Door

Now that we've had the door for over a month, **We are genuinely thrilled with it.**

### What We Love

| Aspect | Our Experience |

|-----------------|-------------------------------|

| **Space efficiency** | Our bathroom feels 50% bigger. No joke. No more door-to-toilet collisions. |

| **Trackless floor** | Cleaning is SO easy now. No more scrubbing gunk out of tracks. My knees are grateful. |

| **Smooth operation** | The mechanism is so smooth. Quiet, no squeaking, no jamming. |

| **Humidity proof** | We've had zero issues with swelling. The old wooden door was swollen at the bottom – this one looks brand new. |

| **Looks** | The grey powder-coated finish is gorgeous. Looks modern and expensive. |

### Minor Downsides

Honestly, I'm reaching for complaints here, but if I had to nitpick:

- **The wait time** – 18 days felt long, but they did warn us. So order early if you're on a deadline.

- **The $40 fee if you cancel** – Fair, but good to know.

- **Strictly by appointment only** – You can't just show up at their showroom. So WhatsApp before you go.

That's all I've got. I'm reaching for complaints here.

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## What We Paid – No Hidden Costs

The promotion we got was:

**1 Set Slide & Swing Toilet Door – $399 Nett**

And here is exactly what that $399 included:

- ✅ Free measurement (they came to us)

- ✅ Free delivery to our flat

- ✅ Professional installation

- ✅ Free removal and disposal of the old door

No hidden GST. No extra fees. No surprises.

The price we were quoted was the price we paid. And in renovation-land, that's practically a unicorn.

For two doors, the promotion is **$780 for two sets** – even better value..

Just a heads up – this offer ends 31 May 2026, so don't wait too long if you're interested.

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## How We Ended Up Getting Bedroom and Main Doors Too

This is the part that surprised even me: we were so happy with the toilet door, we ended up replacing ALL our old doors.

### Bedroom Doors – Solid Core Laminate

The old bedroom doors were hollow and flimsy. Zero soundproofing.

We upgraded to **solid core laminate bedroom doors** from Renovaid Team.

The difference is night and day. The laminate finish is scratch-resistant (important with our crazy cat) and water-resistant.

If you are shopping for bedroom doors, I highly recommend checking out their **[bedroom doors page](https://www.renovaid.com.sg/bedroom-doors.html)** . Options for every budget, from hollow core to premium nyatoh timber. We went with solid core laminate and have zero regrets.

### The Second Bathroom Got an Upgrade Too

While we were at it, we did the common bathroom too. That one got a premium aluminium bifold door.

Perfect for tighter spaces. It folds almost completely flat, giving nearly 100% opening clearance.

For anyone needing a toilet door replacement, their **[toilet doors page](https://www.renovaid.com.sg/toilet-doors-replacement.html)** has basic ($189), premium ($199-229), and top hung roller ($259-269) options. Truly something for every wallet.

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## Advice from a Happy Customer

If you're still reading, here is my advice from someone who has been through it:

1. **Measure your doorway first|Get your measurements sorted early** – You'll need them anyway, so do it upfront.

2. **Have the decision-maker home for measurement|Make sure the boss is home** – Don't send someone who can't say "yes" or "no" to colours and designs. Learn from my mistake!

3. **Be patient with the 14-21 day wait|Expect a 3-4 week wait** – Quality takes time. Plan your renovation schedule around it.

4. **Pay via PayNow or bank transfer – no cheques|Use PayNow – it's easiest** – They don't take cheques. Cash, PayNow, PayLah, or bank transfer only.

5. **Check the door thoroughly before the installer leaves|Test everything before they pack up** – Open it, close it, check the lock, check the swing. Once they are gone, it's harder to fix issues.

6. **Book an appointment before visiting their showroom|Don't just show up** – Their Woodlands showroom is strictly by appointment. WhatsApp first or you will be turned away.

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## Our Final Verdict

Looking back at our whole journey, from frustrated Googling to finally having a door that works, **absolutely yes.**

Renovaid Team delivered exactly what they promised.

- No surprise fees

- Proper, qualified installers

- A product that actually solves the problem

- Transparent communication throughout

The slide and swing door has genuinely improved our daily life. No more bruised hips. No more mouldy tracks. No more swollen wood.

Just a clean, beautiful door that works perfectly, day after day.

If you're renovating and need a trustworthy supplier, **give Renovaid Team a shot.**

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## Stop Reading and Start Messaging

Here is what worked for me:

???? **Send a message to 9898 9268** – No phone calls, just WhatsApp. They are super responsive.

???? **Address in Woodlands** – Do NOT just show up – WhatsApp first!

???? **Closed on Sundays and public holidays**

A simple WhatsApp with your doorway get more info size and what you're looking for is enough to get started.

Your knees (no more tripping), your back (no more scrubbing tracks), and your sanity will thank you.

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## One Last Thing – The $399 Deal

The $399 slide and swing door promotion is valid until **31 May 2026**.

If you are even slightly considering it, I'd suggest messaging them now to lock in the price. You can always push the measurement date out.

Future you will be very grateful.

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*I paid for my doors with my own money – this isn't a sponsored post. Just a very happy HDB owner sharing the good word. Your mileage may vary, but I hope it helps!*

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