A finish that looks right in the showroom can swell, fade, or stain within a year at home. Dhaka's humidity is the first test every material has to pass.
Surfaces compared
Surface | Good for | Watch out for |
|---|---|---|
Laminate | Wardrobes, kitchen shutters | Edge banding must be sealed well |
Veneer | Feature walls, living joinery | Needs polish touch-ups every few years |
Quartz | Kitchen counters | Heat from hot pans |
Marble | Floors, vanity tops | Acids such as lemon and vinegar |
Washable paint | Living rooms, children's rooms | Choose low-VOC grades |
Mixed finishes: veneer, fabric, and stone.
Three rules the studio follows
Use moisture-resistant board in kitchens and bathrooms, always.
Approve every finish on a real sample, in daylight, in the room.
Spend on what the hand touches: handles, counters, and door edges.
A cheaper board in the wrong place is the most expensive choice in the house.
See how materials come together in finished projects.
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