What is a bomb shelter HDB?
The HDB flat’s household shelter has been a feature in all new flats since 1996. This bomb shelter in your HDB flat is your dumping ground a room with its walls, floor and ceiling reinforced with extra thickness to protect you from wartime emergencies.
Can bomb shelter be used as maid room?
Yes, it is “normal”. If you really need a living in maid in such settings you should consider: installing a 2nd door (translucent type) within the door frame of the bomb-shelter; and installing a fan in one of the ventilation inlets.
Is it illegal to remove bomb shelter door?
Modifying, removing or tampering with the shelter’s door isn’t allowed. If you plan to install fixtures (e.g. shelves) inside of your bomb shelter, non-removable screws cannot be used.
Can I remove bomb shelter?
This is because they have been reinforced with special materials to protect us, should we require to use it as an actual bomb shelter one day. While you can’t remove it, you can hide it behind a feature wall or even blend it into its surroundings by painting it a similar colour.
Where do helpers sleep in HDB?
Without an extra room, a helper is sometimes left to sleep in the living room. This provides little to no privacy for the helpers when she’s sleeping especially so when there are male adults at home or when there’s CCTV installed in the living room.
Can maid sleep in the living room?
Modesty: your FDW must not sleep in the same room as a male adult or teenager. You must not install them in areas that will compromise her privacy or modesty, e.g. where she sleeps, change clothes, or the bathroom area. Space and privacy: you should provide your FDW with a separate room.
What can I do with HDB bomb shelter?
Do read the SCDF’s Guidelines on Household Shelters here for all the important do’s and don’ts.
- Have A Bomb Shelter Feature Wall.
- Spice Up Your Door With Decor.
- Use It As A Storeroom.
- Create A Walk-In Shoe Closet Or Wardrobe.
- Enjoy Extra Pantry Space.
- Set Up A Book Nook For Kids.
- A Personal Gym For Fitness Buffs.
When was the bomb shelter mandatory in HDB flats?
Bomb shelters were made mandatory as a compulsory feature of HDB flats in 1997 when the Civil Defence Shelter Act was enacted. The bomb shelter is a steel-enforced enclosure installed as a permanent fixture inside the flats with a steel-enforced door.
How tall can a HDB bomb shelter be?
Image source: HDB. A bomb shelter has a/an: Maximum size of 4.8m2 & a minimum clear height of 2.5m. Air-tight door. Door handle (swung downwards to open during peacetime, lifted & swung upwards to ensure the shelter is air-tight during emergencies)
Is it possible to hide a bomb shelter door?
Unfortunately, that huge white door and odd circular vent can look very out of place at home. However, with clever interior designing, it is possible to hide the bomb shelter door! From concealing the door with moving panels, to turning it into a dream walk-in wardrobe, read on to find out 8 brilliant HDB bomb shelter ideas for your new home.
What to put on Wall for bomb shelter?
If you’re hesitant about dealing with the mess that comes with constructing carpentry, a simple bomb shelter wallpaper of your favourite cartoon, quote or even sports team might just do the trick. Go with a wallpaper that keeps to the theme of your flat.