When designing the home, homeowners always prioritise functionality and aesthetic beauty. Although they are essential elements, you must take maintenance into consideration as well during your home renovation. Durable materials can easily last for a very long time without a lot of maintenance. Hence, if you do not have a lot of free time to clean the materials, you should always choose durable items. Otherwise, the items will start showing signs of damage very early. Experts always suggest opting for easy-to-clean finishes so that you do not have to go through a lot of trouble. People with a busy and hectic lifestyle can benefit from it significantly. Mentioned below are a few benefits of low maintenance finishes in your home decor:
- Your modern furniture pieces have an extended lifespan.
- Reduces your day-to-day chores.
- You can clean the surface easily and very quickly.
- You do not have to spend a lot of money on repairing or maintaining
- Low-maintenance materials are generally tough and sturdy
- Your home renovation appears appealing and new.
The aforementioned points make it quite obvious that low-maintenance items can benefit you. Hence, you should always choose low-maintenance finishes. However, there are many low-maintenance finishes available in the market. Choosing any one can be a bit confusing for many people. You have to make the decision depending on your preferences and lifestyle. If you are not sure about which finishes you can choose, mentioned below are a few:
01 of 05 Opt for laminates
If you want to choose an affordable option that requires very little maintenance, you can consider choosing laminates. It is one of the most popular options homeowners choose when selecting finishes. One of the biggest reasons behind their popularity is that they are available in many different variants starting from high gloss and suede to textured finishes. Hence, you can easily give your home interior design any look you want. These are perfect for bedroom wardrobes, kitchen cabinets, and living room furniture pieces. However, you must always keep in mind that laminates are prone to scratches. Also, if you do not clean stains from the surface immediately, they can get permanent.
02 of 05 Choose lacquer
In the last few years, this option witnessed huge demand. Many people prefer choosing lacquered or ceramic glass for their home interior design because it is easy to clean. Moreover, people do not have to worry about cleaning lacquered or ceramic glass frequently as it is stain-resistant. You can use it in various places in your house including your kitchens, dining space, and wardrobe. However, the low-maintenance feature is not the only aspect that makes it so popular. You can use lacquered or ceramic glass to give your home design a luxurious and elegant feel as well. However, they are not the best option if your priority is choosing the most affordable items. Although the price is quite reasonable, lacquered or ceramic glass is more expensive than laminates.
03 of 05 Use acrylic
Many experts suggest opting for acrylic. Acrylic is made of synthetic polymer. People love opting for this material because it is stain-resistant. Whenever it gets dirty, you just have to wipe it with a wet piece of cloth. If the stains are stubborn, you can use a cleaner to get rid of them. However, be careful when choosing cleaning solutions as some of them can damage the material. Always check the instructions on the cleaning solution before applying. You can use this material almost everywhere in your house including your kitchen, bathroom, and living room. However, this material can get scratched or damaged easily. You will have to be careful around it.
04 of 05 Get Duco
Duco is basically a type of paint. You will have to apply multiple coats of it to create a finish. Depending on your preferences, you can give your home design either a matte or glossy finish using this paint. Many people love its appealing look. Also, the material is durable and easy to clean. You just need to wipe the surface with a wet piece of cloth. make sure you do not use any store bought or homemade cleaning solutions for cleaning. The paint may react. The only drawback of Duco is that it is expensive and not a great solution for people looking for affordable options. You can use it to beautify your kitchen, crockery unit, and bar unit.
05 of 05 Choose veneers
Many people love the look of natural wood and use it for its elegant feel during home renovation. However, solid wood is expensive and not eco-friendly. This is why you should choose veneers for your home interiors to get a real wood-like finish. Veneers are basically thin sheets of real wood glued to the surface. Although this creates a stunning look, veneers are not stain-resistant and you will have to be careful when cleaning them. You cannot use a very wet cloth or any cleaning solutions for cleaning them. However, you can get them restored and make them appear new again.
