One of the most important decisions when facing a renovation is to choose the right materials. Floors, coverings, countertops, faucets... each choice affects not only the aesthetic result, but also the durability and the final budget.
In this article, we help you make smart, balanced decisions so that your renovation combines style, strength and practicality without blowing your budget.
1. Be clear about your objective: aesthetics, durability or budget?
Before choosing materials, ask yourself what kind of renovation you need:
- Is it your primary residence or a rental investment?
- Looking for sophisticated or simply functional finishes?
- Is it a high traffic area (kitchen, bathroom) or a specific space?
Knowing this will allow you to prioritize. It makes no sense to invest in marble if it is a secondary bathroom for sporadic use. But if it is the kitchen where you cook every day, betting on a quality countertop does make a difference in the long run.
2. Investigate value for money
Nowadays, there are materials that offer good aesthetics and performance without costing a lot of money. At Buildpat we usually recommend:
- Wood imitation porcelain tilesAesthetic warmth with superior resistance to natural parquet.
- Quartz countertops or Dektonmore affordable than natural stone and much more resistant.
- Vinyl flooringPerfect for spaces of intensive use or low-cost reforms with very good results.
It is also important to know when to spend moreWe work with reliable suppliers in Barcelona that guarantee certified materials and good warranty. We work with reliable suppliers in Barcelona who guarantee certified materials with good warranty.
3. Take into account the sustainability
More and more clients, especially international or expatriate clients, are asking us to incorporate sustainable criteria in the choice of materials:
- FSC certified woodsfrom responsibly managed forests.
- Paints without toxic compoundsthat do not affect indoor air quality.
- Efficient insulation that reduce energy consumption in heating or cooling.
In addition to being an ethical choice, it often also represents an ethical choice. medium-term savings.
4. Always ask for the maintenance
A common mistake is to choose only for the aesthetics and forget about the day-to-day practicality. Some materials are beautiful, but not very functional:
- The natural parquet needs more care than vinyl or porcelain flooring.
- The microcement has a modern look, but may require periodic treatments.
- The porous stonesThe marble, like marble, is more susceptible to stains.
That is why we always recommend asking about maintenance before deciding.
5. Rely on the technical and aesthetic view of the reformer.
At Buildpat we believe that a good renovation not only looks good: it is also good to live with. That's why we don't simply execute, we we advise and accompany throughout the election process:
- We prepare moodboards with combinations of materials.
- We coordinate visits to showrooms and factories.
- We make recommendations based on the actual use of the space and not just on trends.
We avoid mistakes that can later be costly or cause frustration.
6. Create a dossier of materials
One of the most useful pieces of advice is to have a materials dossierA document clearly showing each item chosen (brand, model, color, quantity, etc.).
This dossier helps you to:
- To have an overall vision.
- Validate that the budget is in line with the plan.
- To facilitate the work of the site team and avoid confusion.
If you prepare it with a professional, you will save yourself a lot of unnecessary back and forth.
Are you about to renovate? We can help you
Choosing materials for your renovation does not have to be a headache. With good planning and the right advice, you can achieve a result that is aesthetically pleasing, durable and within your budget.
At Buildpat we accompany you from the initial idea to the final delivery, including the entire process of materials selection, visits to suppliers and execution. If you want your renovation to be a smooth and well resolved process, let's talk.
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