{"id":12463,"date":"2023-09-01T09:45:53","date_gmt":"2023-09-01T01:45:53","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/expat.metroresidences.com\/sg\/?p=12463"},"modified":"2023-08-15T14:51:38","modified_gmt":"2023-08-15T06:51:38","slug":"how-to-make-chores-easier","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/expat.metroresidences.com\/sg\/everyday-living\/how-to-make-chores-easier\/","title":{"rendered":"5 Tips on How to Make Chores Easier &#8211; Expat Edition"},"content":{"rendered":"[vc_row type=&#8221;in_container&#8221; full_screen_row_position=&#8221;middle&#8221; scene_position=&#8221;center&#8221; text_color=&#8221;dark&#8221; text_align=&#8221;left&#8221; overlay_strength=&#8221;0.3&#8243; shape_divider_position=&#8221;bottom&#8221;][vc_column column_padding=&#8221;padding-4-percent&#8221; column_padding_position=&#8221;all&#8221; background_color=&#8221;#fefeff&#8221; background_color_opacity=&#8221;1&#8243; background_hover_color_opacity=&#8221;1&#8243; column_shadow=&#8221;none&#8221; column_border_radius=&#8221;10px&#8221; top_margin=&#8221;-20%&#8221; width=&#8221;5\/6&#8243; tablet_text_alignment=&#8221;default&#8221; phone_text_alignment=&#8221;default&#8221; column_border_width=&#8221;none&#8221;]<div class=\"divider-wrap\"><div style=\"height: 10px;\" class=\"divider\"><\/div><\/div><div class=\"divider-wrap\"><div style=\"margin-top: 5px; width: 100px; height: 10px; margin-bottom: 5px;\" data-width=\"100\" data-animate=\"yes\" data-animation-delay=\"\" data-color=\"accent-color\" class=\"divider-small-border\"><\/div><\/div>[vc_custom_heading text=&#8221;5 Tips on How to Make Chores Easier &#8211; Expat Edition&#8221; font_container=&#8221;tag:h1|text_align:left&#8221; use_theme_fonts=&#8221;yes&#8221; css=&#8221;.vc_custom_1691744794834{margin-bottom: 20px !important;}&#8221;][vc_custom_heading text=&#8221;Get all spick-and-span in no time!&#8221; font_container=&#8221;tag:h3|text_align:left&#8221; use_theme_fonts=&#8221;yes&#8221;][vc_column_text css_animation=&#8221;fadeIn&#8221; css=&#8221;.vc_custom_1691744988837{margin-top: 20px !important;margin-bottom: 20px !important;}&#8221;]When you\u2019re in a new environment, everything normal in your daily life seems harder. Even something as simple as cleaning tasks can seem impossible as you try to adjust to your new surroundings.<\/p>\n<p>For those who\u2019ve recently moved to a new place, you may be wondering how to make household chores easier at home. You likely have a lot on your plate with making friends, getting used to the culture, adjusting to a new job, getting familiar with your new area, etc.<\/p>\n<p>Wandering how to do chores when you don&#8217;t want to? Here are some practical and innovative tips for how to make chores easier as an expat living in Singapore. With these tips, you can make the actual cleaning easier and more manageable, before that pile of dishes in the sink get bigger.[\/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css_animation=&#8221;fadeIn&#8221; css=&#8221;.vc_custom_1691746556259{margin-top: 20px !important;margin-bottom: 20px !important;}&#8221;]\n<h2><strong>Table of Contents<\/strong><\/h2>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"list-style-type: none\">\n<ul>\n<li style=\"list-style-type: none\">\n<ul>\n<li style=\"list-style-type: none\">\n<ul>\n<li><a href=\"#1-make-chores-easier\"><strong>How to Make Chores Easier\u20145 Easy Tips<\/strong><\/a>\n<ul>\n<li><a href=\"#2-cleaning-kit\"><strong>1. Create an Efficient Cleaning Kit<\/strong><\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"#3-routine\"><strong>2. Establish a Cleaning Routine<\/strong><\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"#4-appliances\"><strong>3. Utilise Modern Appliances and Gadgets<\/strong><\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"#5-chore-games\"><strong>4. Turning Chores into Games<\/strong><\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"#6-professional-cleaning\"><strong>5. Consider Professional Cleaning Services<\/strong><\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<li><a href=\"#metroresidences-singapore-serviced-apartments\"><strong>MetroResidences Singapore Serviced Apartments\u2014Your Home Base for Travels Beyond<\/strong><\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n[\/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css_animation=&#8221;fadeIn&#8221; css=&#8221;.vc_custom_1691745107560{margin-top: 20px !important;margin-bottom: 20px !important;}&#8221;]\n<h2 id=\"1-make-chores-easier\"><strong>How to Make Chores Easier\u20145 Easy Tips<\/strong><\/h2>\n[\/vc_column_text]<div class=\"img-with-aniamtion-wrap \" data-max-width=\"100%\" data-border-radius=\"none\"><div class=\"inner\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" data-shadow=\"none\" data-shadow-direction=\"middle\" class=\"img-with-animation \" data-delay=\"0\" height=\"800\" width=\"1200\" data-animation=\"fade-in\" src=\"https:\/\/expat.metroresidences.com\/sg\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/4\/2023\/08\/MetroResidences-Expat-Life-singapore-serviced-apartments-making-chores-easier-efficient-cleaning-kit.jpg\" srcset=\"https:\/\/expat.metroresidences.com\/sg\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/4\/2023\/08\/MetroResidences-Expat-Life-singapore-serviced-apartments-making-chores-easier-efficient-cleaning-kit.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/expat.metroresidences.com\/sg\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/4\/2023\/08\/MetroResidences-Expat-Life-singapore-serviced-apartments-making-chores-easier-efficient-cleaning-kit-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/expat.metroresidences.com\/sg\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/4\/2023\/08\/MetroResidences-Expat-Life-singapore-serviced-apartments-making-chores-easier-efficient-cleaning-kit-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/expat.metroresidences.com\/sg\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/4\/2023\/08\/MetroResidences-Expat-Life-singapore-serviced-apartments-making-chores-easier-efficient-cleaning-kit-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/expat.metroresidences.com\/sg\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/4\/2023\/08\/MetroResidences-Expat-Life-singapore-serviced-apartments-making-chores-easier-efficient-cleaning-kit-900x600.jpg 900w\" sizes=\"auto, 100vw\" alt=\"MetroResidences - Expat Life - singapore serviced apartments - making chores easier - efficient cleaning kit\" \/><\/div><\/div>[vc_column_text css_animation=&#8221;fadeIn&#8221; css=&#8221;.vc_custom_1691745134179{margin-top: 20px !important;margin-bottom: 20px !important;}&#8221;]\n<h3 id=\"2-cleaning-kit\"><strong>1. Create an Efficient Cleaning Kit<\/strong><\/h3>\n[\/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css_animation=&#8221;fadeIn&#8221; css=&#8221;.vc_custom_1691746407717{margin-top: 20px !important;margin-bottom: 20px !important;}&#8221;]<span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Sometimes when we have a few minutes to clean something, we waste time looking for or gathering cleaning supplies, or oftentimes we don\u2019t have the right cleaning tools and must either give up or spend the time we had going to buy the right supplies.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">You don&#8217;t need a heavy-duty cleaning kit to start; you&#8217;re not a professional cleaner, after all. An efficient cleaning kit can save you a lot of time and make cleaning hassle-free. These kits should have versatile supplies that can be used in many different ways for different chores.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Here\u2019s a list of must-have supplies you should keep on hand in your cleaning kit:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Vacuum cleaner<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Spray bottle<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Bucket<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Rags<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Mop<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Broom<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Rubber gloves<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">All-purpose cleaner<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Scrubbing sponges<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Microfiber cloths<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Steel wool<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Paper towels<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Oven cleaner<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Dishwashing soap<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Baking soda<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">White vinegar<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Toilet brush and holder<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Glass cleaner<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Tile cleaner<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Duster<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">This is a good basic list to get you started. You may need specialized products for specific things in your home (e.g. stainless steel cleaner for stainless steel appliances). After all, the last thing you want is to damage the hardwood floor or the white goods of your apartment rental in Singapore.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Stay organized with this kit and always put the products in the same place when you\u2019re done so you don\u2019t have to wonder where you left them.<\/span>[\/vc_column_text]<div class=\"img-with-aniamtion-wrap \" data-max-width=\"100%\" data-border-radius=\"none\"><div class=\"inner\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" data-shadow=\"none\" data-shadow-direction=\"middle\" class=\"img-with-animation \" data-delay=\"0\" height=\"800\" width=\"1200\" data-animation=\"fade-in\" src=\"https:\/\/expat.metroresidences.com\/sg\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/4\/2023\/08\/MetroResidences-Expat-Life-singapore-serviced-apartments-making-household-chores-easier-cleaning-routine.jpg\" srcset=\"https:\/\/expat.metroresidences.com\/sg\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/4\/2023\/08\/MetroResidences-Expat-Life-singapore-serviced-apartments-making-household-chores-easier-cleaning-routine.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/expat.metroresidences.com\/sg\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/4\/2023\/08\/MetroResidences-Expat-Life-singapore-serviced-apartments-making-household-chores-easier-cleaning-routine-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/expat.metroresidences.com\/sg\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/4\/2023\/08\/MetroResidences-Expat-Life-singapore-serviced-apartments-making-household-chores-easier-cleaning-routine-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/expat.metroresidences.com\/sg\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/4\/2023\/08\/MetroResidences-Expat-Life-singapore-serviced-apartments-making-household-chores-easier-cleaning-routine-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/expat.metroresidences.com\/sg\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/4\/2023\/08\/MetroResidences-Expat-Life-singapore-serviced-apartments-making-household-chores-easier-cleaning-routine-900x600.jpg 900w\" sizes=\"auto, 100vw\" alt=\"MetroResidences - Expat Life - singapore serviced apartments - making household chores easier - cleaning routine\" \/><\/div><\/div>[vc_column_text css_animation=&#8221;fadeIn&#8221; css=&#8221;.vc_custom_1691745202533{margin-top: 20px !important;margin-bottom: 20px !important;}&#8221;]\n<h3 id=\"3-routine\"><strong>2. Establish a Cleaning Routine<\/strong><\/h3>\n[\/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css_animation=&#8221;fadeIn&#8221; css=&#8221;.vc_custom_1691746226414{margin-top: 20px !important;margin-bottom: 20px !important;}&#8221;]With everything else you likely have going on, you may be wondering how to make cleaning easier for adults with busy schedules. You\u2019re probably thinking, \u201cI just don\u2019t have time to clean.\u201d A cleaning routine can help with this. Because when you\u2019re in the habit of cleaning regularly, you\u2019ll be able to spend a short amount of time on it. That way, the tasks won\u2019t pile up to be insurmountable.<\/p>\n<p>Your cleaning routine will need to fit your lifestyle and preferences. If you\u2019re a morning person, perhaps you can get up a bit earlier and tidy up the house before work. On the other hand, if you\u2019re a night owl, consider giving your living spaces a once-over before you go to bed.<\/p>\n<p>Daily cleaning breaks up the chores into manageable bites. You don\u2019t have to clean your whole home every day, but you can focus on one area, such as the kitchen or bathroom, and spend 15 or 20 minutes on it. Then the next day, you can choose a different area, taking comfort in the fact that you just cleaned the first space.<\/p>\n<p>But perhaps you\u2019re the kind of person who can\u2019t stand the thought of spending 20 minutes every day doing cleaning chores. Perhaps for you, the best thing to do would be to set aside more time each week for cleaning. You could establish a habit of cleaning on a specific day of the week in the evening after work. Or you could dedicate time on the weekends to it.<\/p>\n<p>Experiment with different methods and find what works best for you and your inclinations. With that, you can start coming up with a daily chore list, or a weekly task list to start.[\/vc_column_text]<div class=\"img-with-aniamtion-wrap \" data-max-width=\"100%\" data-border-radius=\"none\"><div class=\"inner\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" data-shadow=\"none\" data-shadow-direction=\"middle\" class=\"img-with-animation \" data-delay=\"0\" height=\"800\" width=\"1200\" data-animation=\"fade-in\" src=\"https:\/\/expat.metroresidences.com\/sg\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/4\/2023\/08\/MetroResidences-Expat-Life-singapore-serviced-apartments-how-to-make-chores-easier-at-home-modern-appliances.jpg\" srcset=\"https:\/\/expat.metroresidences.com\/sg\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/4\/2023\/08\/MetroResidences-Expat-Life-singapore-serviced-apartments-how-to-make-chores-easier-at-home-modern-appliances.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/expat.metroresidences.com\/sg\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/4\/2023\/08\/MetroResidences-Expat-Life-singapore-serviced-apartments-how-to-make-chores-easier-at-home-modern-appliances-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/expat.metroresidences.com\/sg\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/4\/2023\/08\/MetroResidences-Expat-Life-singapore-serviced-apartments-how-to-make-chores-easier-at-home-modern-appliances-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/expat.metroresidences.com\/sg\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/4\/2023\/08\/MetroResidences-Expat-Life-singapore-serviced-apartments-how-to-make-chores-easier-at-home-modern-appliances-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/expat.metroresidences.com\/sg\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/4\/2023\/08\/MetroResidences-Expat-Life-singapore-serviced-apartments-how-to-make-chores-easier-at-home-modern-appliances-900x600.jpg 900w\" sizes=\"auto, 100vw\" alt=\"MetroResidences - Expat Life - singapore serviced apartments - how to make chores easier at home - modern appliances\" \/><\/div><\/div>[vc_column_text css_animation=&#8221;fadeIn&#8221; css=&#8221;.vc_custom_1691745283744{margin-top: 20px !important;margin-bottom: 20px !important;}&#8221;]\n<h3 id=\"4-appliances\"><strong>3. Utilise Modern Appliances and Gadgets<\/strong><\/h3>\n[\/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css_animation=&#8221;fadeIn&#8221; css=&#8221;.vc_custom_1691746063047{margin-top: 20px !important;margin-bottom: 20px !important;}&#8221;]In our modern society, there are tons of gadgets to make housework easier, including some that literally do the work for you. These appliances and devices can be your secret weapon when it comes to getting the chores done.<\/p>\n<p>One such product is a robot vacuum. These can save you so much time, especially with their settings. You can adjust these settings to put the robot on an automatic schedule. You can set it up to vacuum every day while you\u2019re at work or every night while you\u2019re asleep.<\/p>\n<p>Another product you could try is a power scrubber. Power scrubbers have oscillating heads that allow you to scrub faster than you ever could without them. They\u2019re great for deep cleaning and hard-to-reach places in your house.[\/vc_column_text]<div class=\"img-with-aniamtion-wrap \" data-max-width=\"100%\" data-border-radius=\"none\"><div class=\"inner\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" data-shadow=\"none\" data-shadow-direction=\"middle\" class=\"img-with-animation \" data-delay=\"0\" height=\"800\" width=\"1200\" data-animation=\"fade-in\" src=\"https:\/\/expat.metroresidences.com\/sg\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/4\/2023\/08\/MetroResidences-Expat-Life-singapore-serviced-apartments-how-to-make-chores-easier-at-home-for-adults-make-chores-a-game.jpg\" srcset=\"https:\/\/expat.metroresidences.com\/sg\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/4\/2023\/08\/MetroResidences-Expat-Life-singapore-serviced-apartments-how-to-make-chores-easier-at-home-for-adults-make-chores-a-game.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/expat.metroresidences.com\/sg\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/4\/2023\/08\/MetroResidences-Expat-Life-singapore-serviced-apartments-how-to-make-chores-easier-at-home-for-adults-make-chores-a-game-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/expat.metroresidences.com\/sg\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/4\/2023\/08\/MetroResidences-Expat-Life-singapore-serviced-apartments-how-to-make-chores-easier-at-home-for-adults-make-chores-a-game-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/expat.metroresidences.com\/sg\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/4\/2023\/08\/MetroResidences-Expat-Life-singapore-serviced-apartments-how-to-make-chores-easier-at-home-for-adults-make-chores-a-game-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/expat.metroresidences.com\/sg\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/4\/2023\/08\/MetroResidences-Expat-Life-singapore-serviced-apartments-how-to-make-chores-easier-at-home-for-adults-make-chores-a-game-900x600.jpg 900w\" sizes=\"auto, 100vw\" alt=\"MetroResidences - Expat Life - singapore serviced apartments - how to make chores easier at home for adults - make chores a game\" \/><\/div><\/div>[vc_column_text css_animation=&#8221;fadeIn&#8221; css=&#8221;.vc_custom_1691745272726{margin-top: 20px !important;margin-bottom: 20px !important;}&#8221;]\n<h3 id=\"5-chore-games\"><strong>4. Turning Chores into Games<\/strong><\/h3>\n[\/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css_animation=&#8221;fadeIn&#8221; css=&#8221;.vc_custom_1691745956734{margin-top: 20px !important;margin-bottom: 20px !important;}&#8221;]Talk about a total game-changer. Some people just don\u2019t like cleaning no matter how easy or quick it is, and sometimes chores just aren\u2019t fun. However, who says you can&#8217;t make them fun?<\/p>\n<p>Start turning your tasks into games. Perhaps you can time yourself on how long it takes to do a chore and try to beat your time every time you do it.<\/p>\n<p>If you live with others, you can have a contest to see who can do a task the fastest, keeping score over time. Or you can compete to see who can clean their room the fastest. These can work especially well with children, and diffuse tension around what can seem like arbitrary household rules.<\/p>\n<p>Or you can simply make cleaning more enjoyable by listening to music, a podcast, or an audiobook. These can help you take your mind off the monotony of the job itself and allow you to pass the time quickly. Upbeat music can get you moving faster too.[\/vc_column_text]<div class=\"img-with-aniamtion-wrap \" data-max-width=\"100%\" data-border-radius=\"none\"><div class=\"inner\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" data-shadow=\"none\" data-shadow-direction=\"middle\" class=\"img-with-animation \" data-delay=\"0\" height=\"800\" width=\"1200\" data-animation=\"fade-in\" src=\"https:\/\/expat.metroresidences.com\/sg\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/4\/2023\/08\/MetroResidences-Expat-Life-singapore-serviced-apartments-how-to-enjoy-houshold-chores-professional-cleaning-services.jpg\" srcset=\"https:\/\/expat.metroresidences.com\/sg\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/4\/2023\/08\/MetroResidences-Expat-Life-singapore-serviced-apartments-how-to-enjoy-houshold-chores-professional-cleaning-services.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/expat.metroresidences.com\/sg\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/4\/2023\/08\/MetroResidences-Expat-Life-singapore-serviced-apartments-how-to-enjoy-houshold-chores-professional-cleaning-services-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/expat.metroresidences.com\/sg\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/4\/2023\/08\/MetroResidences-Expat-Life-singapore-serviced-apartments-how-to-enjoy-houshold-chores-professional-cleaning-services-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/expat.metroresidences.com\/sg\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/4\/2023\/08\/MetroResidences-Expat-Life-singapore-serviced-apartments-how-to-enjoy-houshold-chores-professional-cleaning-services-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/expat.metroresidences.com\/sg\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/4\/2023\/08\/MetroResidences-Expat-Life-singapore-serviced-apartments-how-to-enjoy-houshold-chores-professional-cleaning-services-900x600.jpg 900w\" sizes=\"auto, 100vw\" alt=\"MetroResidences - Expat Life - singapore serviced apartments - how to enjoy houshold chores - professional cleaning services\" \/><\/div><\/div>[vc_column_text css_animation=&#8221;fadeIn&#8221; css=&#8221;.vc_custom_1691745309829{margin-top: 20px !important;margin-bottom: 20px !important;}&#8221;]\n<h3 id=\"6-professional-cleaning\"><strong>5. Consider Professional Cleaning Services<\/strong><\/h3>\n[\/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css_animation=&#8221;fadeIn&#8221; css=&#8221;.vc_custom_1691745545555{margin-top: 20px !important;margin-bottom: 20px !important;}&#8221;]If none of the above works for you, if you\u2019re just too busy or overwhelmed, you may want to consider hiring professionals. Professional cleaning services can take the load off your shoulders as you adjust to your life as an expat. And you may find yourself keeping them for a longer period after you\u2019ve transitioned because it\u2019s nice to not have to worry about it.<\/p>\n<p>With professional cleaning services or domestic helpers, you can come home from a long day and relax without clutter or grime adding to your stress. They can be a great support for you in managing your household.[\/vc_column_text]<div class=\"img-with-aniamtion-wrap \" data-max-width=\"100%\" data-border-radius=\"none\"><div class=\"inner\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" data-shadow=\"none\" data-shadow-direction=\"middle\" class=\"img-with-animation \" data-delay=\"0\" height=\"800\" width=\"1200\" data-animation=\"fade-in\" src=\"https:\/\/expat.metroresidences.com\/sg\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/4\/2022\/09\/metroresidences_serviced_apartments_singapore_cityscape.jpg\" srcset=\"https:\/\/expat.metroresidences.com\/sg\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/4\/2022\/09\/metroresidences_serviced_apartments_singapore_cityscape.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/expat.metroresidences.com\/sg\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/4\/2022\/09\/metroresidences_serviced_apartments_singapore_cityscape-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/expat.metroresidences.com\/sg\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/4\/2022\/09\/metroresidences_serviced_apartments_singapore_cityscape-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/expat.metroresidences.com\/sg\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/4\/2022\/09\/metroresidences_serviced_apartments_singapore_cityscape-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/expat.metroresidences.com\/sg\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/4\/2022\/09\/metroresidences_serviced_apartments_singapore_cityscape-900x600.jpg 900w\" sizes=\"auto, 100vw\" alt=\"metroresidences_serviced_apartments_singapore_cityscape\" \/><\/div><\/div>[vc_column_text css_animation=&#8221;fadeIn&#8221; css=&#8221;.vc_custom_1691745340401{margin-top: 20px !important;margin-bottom: 20px !important;}&#8221;]\n<h2 id=\"metroresidences-singapore-serviced-apartments\"><strong>MetroResidences Singapore Serviced Apartments\u2014Your Home Base for Travels Beyond<\/strong><\/h2>\n[\/vc_column_text]<div class=\"divider-wrap\"><div style=\"height: 10px;\" class=\"divider\"><\/div><\/div>[vc_column_text css_animation=&#8221;fadeIn&#8221; css=&#8221;.vc_custom_1691745461315{margin-top: 20px !important;margin-bottom: 20px !important;}&#8221;]Looking for your\u00a0home away from home? 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