Copycat Home Fixtures: Are You Paying the Price?

When it comes to home renovations, design integrity is the critical bridge between a beautiful home and safe one.

SIDS Honorary Secretary and Founder of LIID, ID1. Ng Hwee Li sat down with CNA938 to share these practical tips for homeowners:
– Don’t be “Penny Wise, Pound Foolish”: A copycat chair might break, but a copycat electrical fitting can burn your house down.
– Buy only from authorised sources: Sourcing from official distributors ensures you have a valid local warranty and a product that meets Singapore’s safety codes.
– Engage an accredited ID: They serve as a vital safeguard, specifying compliant products that meet Singapore’s standards and regulations. Through SIDS, designers also receive ongoing training via structured talks with brands and vendors to stay updated on new materials and products.