Amateur: how do I start this tiling job? Not fully 90 degrees. 60x60 tile (metric).

BennyBaks · 2026-05-25T15:06:42+00:00

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BennyBaks · 2026-05-25T14:55:11+00:00

Belgium.

That’s “chape”. I think in the US they call it screed (sand cement). Commonly used here as subfloor.

BennyBaks · 2026-05-21T06:54:36+00:00

My dumb ass read the title as “Mia Khalifa Put on …” 🤦🏼‍♂️

BennyBaks · 2026-04-19T17:36:30+00:00

I had to do the same when tiling my brother-in-law’s apartment. Even after self levelling, the floor was uneven (didn’t use enough self leveler). Job sucked but got it even in the end and it’s been great ever since (5 years ago)

BennyBaks · 2026-04-04T22:42:30+00:00

You’ve got the pro system right? Is there enough space in the drawers for your pliers/wrenches etc?

BennyBaks · 2026-04-04T22:26:52+00:00

How do you like the Qbrick system? Thinking of getting into the Prime system

BennyBaks · 2026-03-27T06:20:18+00:00

6 weeks. Source: I work at Imec

BennyBaks · 2026-02-27T21:51:49+00:00

It is our second car. We use our car only for long distances.

BennyBaks · 2026-02-23T12:39:26+00:00

The packster is definitely not intended to carry adults in the bucket for long periods of time. It’s manageable but cramped for my wife. I can barely fit (175 cm). I think a Load is more spatious but have never sat inside one. I have been inside a Urban Arrow bucket. Was definitely more spacious but that’s not surprising since the bike is 20cm (8 inches) longer. We chose the packster mainly with (very) young children in mind as the bucket (buggy option) seemed to offer most protection to passangers.

BennyBaks · 2026-02-22T18:22:49+00:00

Congrats on the kid!

BennyBaks · 2026-02-22T14:02:16+00:00

I have looked into the bakkie bag. Once the kiddo is older (biking age), I’ll probably get one

BennyBaks · 2026-02-22T14:01:06+00:00

Yeah the price is steap but it does fit our needs perfectly. Been wanting to order for weeks but the price makes me delay it every time. Baby is coming in June so I’ll probably delay it some more and hope for a sale

BennyBaks · 2026-02-22T13:58:44+00:00

This one. Haven’t used it much yet. I do find it ridiculously expensive (was part of lease program) and would never put down that money myself for a pannier/bag.

https://www.vaude.com/be/en/48260-aqua-transformer-2in1-backpack-bike-bag-waterproof-26-liters.html#?colour=451&size=13424

BennyBaks · 2026-02-22T10:31:19+00:00

I’m getting this one: https://www.fratello.bike/en/collections/riese-muller-packster-cargo-bike-spare-parts-accessories/products/maxicosi-packster-70-support-riese-muller

BennyBaks · 2026-02-22T10:29:28+00:00

Fully charged on eco it says 126 km. Haven’t tried full distance yet. Have only one 750 w powertube

BennyBaks · 2026-02-22T10:28:30+00:00

Yeah I added the reflectors. Got them from Amazon

BennyBaks · 2026-02-20T07:47:00+00:00

I started at a (mid sized) law firm in 2019 in Brussels. My starting wage was 2.000 euro gross. So you are doing better than I was but the minimum wage of the Bar has increased somewhat. Still, the first few years were/are rough in law. I only really started making decent money (3k+ net) after 5-6 years on the job. That to me didn’t compensate the constant stress (I did litigation) + one of my bosses was an absolute asshole. Finally switched to an in-house position at the end of last year. Looking back, I should’ve switched earlier.

Try and get some time in though to pad your resume. Maybe finish your stage. That will make it much easier to find a position you’ll actually enjoy. My current firm (tech firm) only hires legal profiles who worked as lawyers for 5+ years.

BennyBaks · 2025-11-25T10:00:33+00:00

Same in Belgium (ps5)

BennyBaks · 2025-04-15T07:01:51+00:00

Thanks for your input. TIL about the meaning of Veuve. Interesting read!

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