Apply for a HDB apartment, get a key, renovate, move in, stay for quite a while.

That's usually how it mostly goes.

Other times, you meet some unforeseen obstacles.

Some unforeseen obstacles

Facebook user Newme Joyce faced a spotty start to her apartment life when she apparently found some spots on her wall less than a month after getting the keys.

Here they are.

The apartment is reportedly in Tampines.

Here's her Facebook post.

Comments on her post tried to diagnose what exactly happened to her walls.

With one seeing the bright side of life.

Mothership has reached out to HDB for comments.

*Update*

Here is HDB's comments regarding the walls.

"HDB received feedback from the resident over the weekend. Our investigation of the flat this morning indicated that the mould was likely caused by the wall coming into excessive contact with water during the washing of the flat. If the windows are kept closed before the floor and wall can dry properly, the damp condition could promote the growth of mould.

We will be meeting the resident to discuss how best to remove the mould from the walls. If necessary, we will arrange for the building contractor to replace the affected dry walls on a goodwill basis.

We have not received similar feedback from other residents in the precinct. To keep the walls in good condition, residents are advised not to wash dry walls with excessive water, and to use a damp cloth to remove any dirt and stains instead. For good ventilation, they should keep their windows open after washing the floors."

Image from Joyce's FB post

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