Undertaking an interior design project at home can be an extremely exciting process and, at the same time, full of challenges that you can solve with the help of an expert. With or without help, having a clear idea of what you want is paramount. Whether it’s redecorating a room, preparing a space to live in it for the first time, or even completely renovating your home, one of the factors that you must take into account in these transformations is the choice of finishes.
When we talk about finishes we refer to those coatings or coatings that are added to floors, walls, or other surfaces to give them a specific appearance, texture, or functionality.
As you can imagine, there is a great diversity of finishes, such as wood, stone, plaster, marble, textile tapestries, wallpaper, cement, pastes, ceramic tiles, and tiles, among others. The possibilities are endless.
For this reason, we share some tips that you can consider when choosing the finishes that best suit your way of life and your home.
Style is everything
Having a clear idea of where you want to direct the interior design of your spaces is always extremely useful. The best thing is that today, having at hand endless references of rooms similar to yours or environments like the one you want to achieve is possible with a single click. Just consider that sometimes the Pinterest photo can make you fall in love, but maybe that particular style is not the best for your needs or for the dimensions of the room you want to renovate. Take as much time as you need to look at alternatives until you find the ideal one.
Know how much and in what order
Establishing specific budgets is essential before starting decoration or renovation processes, as this way you will avoid exceeding expenses. In addition, we recommend that you make a specific list of all the things you want to change and all the work that will have to be done to obtain that result. Once you have it, carefully analyze what the priorities are so that you are clear on where to start, what you need to buy. And how much of your list you can cover without getting into trouble.
Don’t forget the labor
A frequent mistake when making the budget is not considering that in addition to what you will invest in the finishes, on many occasions you will have to buy other types of materials and pay for the labor necessary to carry out the installation. Keep this in mind so that your expenses do not get out of control.
Options, options, options
Now yes, it is time to start looking at different types of finishes that are consistent with the style you chose. We recommend contacting different providers and also asking them to suggest different alternatives. In many cases, there are several products that are very similar in appearance and quality that can have different costs. All of these factors will help you make a more informed decision.
Aesthetics and function in balance
One of the challenges when decorating the home is not to be carried away only by appearances. Considering what that space will be used for, who will inhabit it. And under what conditions is key so that the chosen finish is the right one. For example, if you have a puppy that is not yet potty-trained or if you have a toddler that constantly spills water or milk on the floor. It may not be the best idea to put a wooden floor in the room where they will spend the most time. Or maybe those ceramic tiles that look gorgeous but get a little slippery when wet aren’t the best choice for floors.
Beyond placement
Another factor that you must take into account is that many materials require care and maintenance work. This, of course, will imply certain periodic expenses in addition to the corresponding works. Consider whether you’ll have the time, money, and inclination to deal with this in the future so you don’t get any nasty surprises later.
Do not forget that choosing the right finishes according to the space and your needs is very important since the result will depend on this decision to help improve the experience of living in it and, of course, to avoid the opposite effect.
