Crossy Posted March 22, 2020 Share Posted March 22, 2020 Before venturing out into the big bad corona infected world in search of some screws does anyone know if the DIY places are actually operating? EDIT Bangkok and nearby provinces affected by the shutdown order. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bankruatsteve Posted March 22, 2020 Share Posted March 22, 2020 Our local places are operating pretty much as normal. But we are not in or near any "hot" zones. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
longball53098 Posted March 22, 2020 Share Posted March 22, 2020 Here in Ban Chang Rayong Mega Home and Thaiwatsadu were open as of yesterday,,,,,,,,, Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
essox essox Posted March 22, 2020 Share Posted March 22, 2020 why not buy screws off online shopping sites E.G LAZADA?? 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
VocalNeal Posted March 22, 2020 Share Posted March 22, 2020 54 minutes ago, essox essox said: why not buy screws off online shopping sites E.G LAZADA?? Because it is DIY? ???? 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Don Mega Posted March 22, 2020 Share Posted March 22, 2020 (edited) 59 minutes ago, essox essox said: why not buy screws off online shopping sites E.G LAZADA?? Reading between the lines I reckon Crossy wants to venture out and buy today....Lazada would be useless for that. In saying that, I did actually look for screws there during the week for an up coming project and found the selection to be very poor..... I grabbed some from Hardware House instead. Edited March 22, 2020 by Don Mega 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NCC1701A Posted March 22, 2020 Share Posted March 22, 2020 (edited) 1 hour ago, Crossy said: Bangkok and nearby provinces affected by the shutdown order. the question is how far out does the shutdown zone extend? is there a map? are you going to be asked why you are out? groceries and pharmacies shopping only. Edited March 22, 2020 by NCC1701A Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Popular Post cornishcarlos Posted March 22, 2020 Popular Post Share Posted March 22, 2020 1 minute ago, NCC1701A said: the question is how far out does the shutdown zone extend? is there a map? Just the areas colored in beige... 13 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Popular Post NanLaew Posted March 22, 2020 Popular Post Share Posted March 22, 2020 The BMTA announced that non-essential shops and malls should close. I haven't read about any nearby provincial authorities making the same call. The government still hasn't made up its mind whether to call a nationwide closure of non-essentials. Not having clue where Crossyville is, maybe go and have a look? If and when the shutdown does hit the DIY shops, one needs to improvise and start scavenging screws from existing installations. For example, there's at least half-a-dozen 'spare' screws in each pair of wood door hinges and maybe a dozen if you remove the door completely. This 'outside the box' DIY tip brought to you by the letters N and L. 1 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Crossy Posted March 22, 2020 Author Share Posted March 22, 2020 There's no map per-sé - shutdown affects Bangkok itself plus Samut Prakarn, Samut Sakhon, Nakhon Pathom, Nonthaburi and Pathumthani (which is us). https://forum.thaivisa.com/topic/1155043-neighbouring-provinces-follow-bangkok-in-closing-many-public-outlets/ The list of places not permitted to open seems to include "retail outlets" which in my mind would include the DIY places, anyone actually know? For us it's somewhat academic, I found something suitable in the "assorted bits" box ???? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NanLaew Posted March 22, 2020 Share Posted March 22, 2020 12 minutes ago, Don Mega said: Reading between the lines I reckon Crossy wants to venture out and buy today....Lazada would be useless for that. In saying that, I did actually look for screws there during the week for an up coming project and found the selection to be very poor..... I grabbed some from Hardware House instead. Have you checked out the Mr. D.I.Y. outlets yet? There's more screws there than you can get on Soi 6 in December. 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cornishcarlos Posted March 22, 2020 Share Posted March 22, 2020 The virus will never be contained while people are still "just popping out for some screws" !! 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Don Mega Posted March 22, 2020 Share Posted March 22, 2020 1 minute ago, NanLaew said: Have you checked out the Mr. D.I.Y. outlets yet? There's more screws there than you can get on Soi 6 in December. No why ?... Ive purchased what I need at Hardwarehouse. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
carlyai Posted March 22, 2020 Share Posted March 22, 2020 20 minutes ago, Don Mega said: Reading between the lines I reckon Crossy wants to venture out and buy today....Lazada would be useless for that. In saying that, I did actually look for screws there during the week for an up coming project and found the selection to be very poor..... I grabbed some from Hardware House instead. When China closed it's factories to upgrade pollution controls, just couldn't get screws in AUSTRALIA. So being screwed with no screws could effect here this time as well. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Don Mega Posted March 22, 2020 Share Posted March 22, 2020 1 minute ago, carlyai said: When China closed it's factories to upgrade pollution controls, just couldn't get screws in AUSTRALIA. So being screwed with no screws could effect here this time as well. luckily hardwarehouse here in Thailand has a fantastic selection available. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NanLaew Posted March 22, 2020 Share Posted March 22, 2020 9 minutes ago, Don Mega said: No why ?... Ive purchased what I need at Hardwarehouse. I appreciate that you have ALREADY purchased for your project. I was simply suggesting an alternative for the next time? I have found they are a handy and quick alternative to the main hardware stores and they have branches just about everywhere. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Crossy Posted March 22, 2020 Author Share Posted March 22, 2020 I've found stuff in Mr DIY that other places didn't have, in my case it was long (tandoor long) barbie skewers. But the thread topic is "Are the DIY places open today" (that would include Mr DIY) ???? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Don Mega Posted March 22, 2020 Share Posted March 22, 2020 (edited) 4 minutes ago, NanLaew said: I appreciate that you have ALREADY purchased for your project. I was simply suggesting an alternative for the next time? I have found they are a handy and quick alternative to the main hardware stores and they have branches just about everywhere. I do find Mr DIY handy for those days when I need something minor/disposable and I have seen screws there but I needed to buy atleast 500 screws and they only sell by the small baggie where as Hardwarehouse I can buy by the box. Its more of an effort for me to go Mr DIY than hardwarehouse, as there is a hardwareghouse near my work and I can pop over during my lunch break. Edited March 22, 2020 by Don Mega Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KhunBENQ Posted March 22, 2020 Share Posted March 22, 2020 (edited) 8 minutes ago, Crossy said: But the thread topic is "Are the DIY places open today" (that would include Mr DIY) Thai Watsadu obviously closed in dedicated areas. 22. March until 12. April (for now). It's in Thai but more than clear. https://www.facebook.com/thaiwatsadu.thai/photos/rpp.175410509263870/1588487021289538/?type=3&theater Surprising that it seems to include Nakhon Ratchasima (Korat). Not only Bangkok metro area. Edited March 22, 2020 by KhunBENQ 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
VocalNeal Posted March 22, 2020 Share Posted March 22, 2020 25 minutes ago, NanLaew said: This 'outside the box' DIY tip brought to you by the letters N and L. And if Crossy ventures out also by P, R, and D Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bankruatsteve Posted March 22, 2020 Share Posted March 22, 2020 3 minutes ago, Crossy said: But the thread topic is "Are the DIY places open today" (that would include Mr DIY) ???? Oh, you mean "today". That just seems too obvious. Maybe it's a trick question. ???? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Crossy Posted March 22, 2020 Author Share Posted March 22, 2020 As linked by @KhunBENQ Thaiwatsadu are closed (branches affected - Thai Watsadu, Sukhaphiban Branch 3, Nong Chok, Nawamin, Rama 2, Bang Bua Thong, Bang Na, Mahachai, Pathum Thani, Bang Phli, Chaeng Watthana, Rangsit, Chaiyapruek, Lam Luk Ka, Om Noi, Pak Chong and Nakhon Ratchasima). One would assume that the others will be too. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KhunBENQ Posted March 22, 2020 Share Posted March 22, 2020 6 minutes ago, Crossy said: One would assume that the others will be too. Found similar announcement at Global House. https://www.facebook.com/Siamglobalhouse/posts/2860316487382047?__tn__=-R https://www.facebook.com/Siamglobalhouse/photos/pcb.2860316487382047/2860713024009060/?type=3&theater Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
prakhonchai nick Posted March 22, 2020 Share Posted March 22, 2020 We slowly seem to be getting some answers. I suppose if nobody is venturing out, we won't know. Apart from Thai Watsadu, there is Homeworks, Global House and Home Pro amongst many others. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
essox essox Posted March 22, 2020 Share Posted March 22, 2020 56 minutes ago, VocalNeal said: Because it is DIY? ???? so Lazada sells many many many things. I was only suggesting that it could be possible to buy on line !! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Monomial Posted March 22, 2020 Share Posted March 22, 2020 Drove by Megahome just north of Future Park. Looks deserted. So add that to the list of closed hardware stores. I would guess that while Lotus itself could remain open, all of the other shops in its orbit are closed. So I suspect Mr. DIY is shutdown. You'd have to go into a Lotus to check though. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
owl sees all Posted March 22, 2020 Share Posted March 22, 2020 1 hour ago, NanLaew said: The BMTA announced that non-essential shops and malls should close. I haven't read about any nearby provincial authorities making the same call. The government still hasn't made up its mind whether to call a nationwide closure of non-essentials. Not having clue where Crossyville is, maybe go and have a look? If and when the shutdown does hit the DIY shops, one needs to improvise and start scavenging screws from existing installations. For example, there's at least half-a-dozen 'spare' screws in each pair of wood door hinges and maybe a dozen if you remove the door completely. This 'outside the box' DIY tip brought to you by the letters N and L. Although this post is a little 'tongue-in-cheek' there is some good advice. The doors - and I guess most poster's doors are the same - have four hinges with four screws in each. Just do the following: remove three from the bottom hinge, two from the next up, two from the second down and one from the top. Do that to four doors and you have 32 screws. This DIY tip is brought to you by 'Owl's common sense approach to Thailand DIY' Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Crossy Posted March 22, 2020 Author Share Posted March 22, 2020 42 minutes ago, Monomial said: Drove by Megahome just north of Future Park. Looks deserted. So add that to the list of closed hardware stores. That would be my go-to place, glad I didn't bother looking ???? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
VocalNeal Posted March 22, 2020 Share Posted March 22, 2020 ^ screws are screws. Is there not a mom and pop hardware near you? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Andrew Dwyer Posted March 22, 2020 Share Posted March 22, 2020 Yet just over the border in Ayutthaya it’s business as normal, queues to get in the City Park Mall, Big C complex car park packed and Global House must be having a sale ! judging by the number of cars ! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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