Appearance matters, but so do moisture, cleaning, load, span and repairability. Our recommendation brings those factors together before samples are approved.
Use this table to start the discussion. Furniture is priced by dimensions, construction, fittings and installation; a material category does not have a single fixed price.
| Option | Application | What to specify | Care to consider |
|---|---|---|---|
| Melamine | Cabinet interiors and domestic furniture | Board, thickness and edges | Joints and standing water |
| Lacquered MDF | Coloured fronts and shaped details | Preparation, faces and finish | Impact and cleaning products |
| Natural veneer | Grained fronts and wall panels | Species, sheet arrangement and coating | Light, staining and chosen finish |
| Solid timber | Selected components and details | Species, construction and joints | Movement and maintenance |
| HPL and compact | Suitable work surfaces | Substrate, cut-outs and edges | Joints and intended use |
| Acrylic and decorative surfaces | Gloss or uniform fronts | Reference and edge finish | Product-specific cleaning |
| FENIX | Suitable matt surfaces | Application, substrate and machining | Surface care and permitted treatments |
| Worktops | Kitchens and work areas | Layout, openings, delivery and fitting | Heat, stains and material care |
A manager will review the use, the space and your references to guide you on the appropriate materials
This guide explains the common possibilities. Availability, brand, collection, tone and final specification are confirmed with your project manager
A versatile solution for interiors of wardrobes, kitchens, living rooms and furniture for daily use. They offer a wide variety of colours, woods and textures with easy maintenance
The manager confirms adequate quality, thickness, edge and resistanceAllows smooth surfaces, custom colours and machined fronts. It is common when looking for a continuous, matte or satin composition, with greater design freedom.
The type of lacquer and the preparation are defined according to the piece and its use.It provides grain and natural warmth with greater dimensional stability than a solid piece. It is suitable for living rooms, bedrooms, offices and projects with a more architectural presence.
We select species, cut, tone and varnish togetherIt is used in fronts, structures, mouldings, countertops or details where its resistance and character add value. Its natural performance must be considered from the design
The project manager explains where it makes technical and economic senseHigh resistance surfaces for areas exposed to friction, humidity or frequent cleaning. Available in colours, mineral designs, woods and technical finishes
The specification depends on the room and the support usedStable structural board with characteristic edge, useful in certain technical solutions, visible interiors and furniture with contemporary appearance
Class, thickness and finish are assessed for each applicationThey complement display cases, doors, shelves, dividers and decorative details. They can provide lightness, reflection, transparency or contrast within the same piece of furniture.
Safety, weight, fixing and maintenance are reviewed before defining themHinges, guides, lifts, sliding systems, lighting and interior organisation determine the operation as well as the exterior finish.
The manager sizes them according to load, opening and frequency of useWe can compare different specifications on the same furniture layout in Málaga. Keeping the dimensions unchanged makes the effect of a material or fitting choice clearer. The proposal identifies the substrate, surface and edge treatment.
The decorative surface may have a wood effect or a plain colour. The board beneath it still needs the appropriate grade and thickness. For wardrobe interiors and domestic furniture, we assess the board, surface and edges together.
Finsa, EGGER and Kronospan are among the references we can consider. Exact colours and textures depend on samples and availability.MDF can provide a suitable base for certain shaped fronts and details. A lacquered result depends on preparation, coating system and which faces are treated. We compare colour and sheen using a sample, with the specification agreed before manufacture.
Visible surfaces, edges and the reverse face are identified. FibraPan and other technical boards are assessed for the component concerned.Veneer is a thin layer of natural wood bonded to a substrate. We can use it for fronts, wall panels and living room furniture. Species, cut, grain direction and sheet arrangement all affect the result.
We agree tone, protective finish and continuity between pieces. A photograph cannot fully represent natural variation.These are different constructions. Solid timber needs allowance for natural movement; plywood requires the right composition and grade. Their suitability depends on the component, joints and exposure rather than the material name alone.
Products such as Garnica plywood can be considered for suitable applications, with species, grade and thickness specified.HPL can be bonded to a board, while compact laminate has a different construction. We identify the product and junction details for each part. In frequently cleaned areas, edges and joints matter alongside the main surface.
Formica and Polyrey are examples we can assess. The selected product's documentation defines its applications and care.For gloss or a uniform appearance, we can compare acrylic and other decorative surfaces. They are not automatically equivalent materials. The proposal identifies the product, substrate and edge, with cleaning and wear characteristics checked for that reference.
Options may include REHAU RAUVISIO and ALVIC Luxe, Zenit or Syncron. Each family needs its own specification.FENIX can be considered for its matt appearance and feel where the application is suitable. We check substrate, edges and fabrication details. Treatment of superficial micro-scratches should not be confused with repairing deep cuts or preventing every type of damage.
Care and any surface treatment follow the instructions for the selected FENIX product.Display cabinets, wardrobes and dividers can combine glass or mirror with wood and metal. Glass type, thickness, dimensions and fixing are selected together, accounting for door weight and cleaning access.
References such as AGC are specified by product, with compatible profiles, machining and fittings.Worktop cost also includes cuts, edges, openings, transport and fitting. We review the sink, hob and junctions before comparing materials. Samples guide the appearance; the quotation names the product and the included work.
This can be an option where it suits the use and budget. We specify the substrate and edges, including sealing around sink openings and joints. The finished installation still requires appropriate care around standing water.
Compare the complete installed worktop, including machining and finishing details.Compact laminate offers different thickness and edge arrangements from a coated board. We check the chosen product's suitability for worktops, supports, cut-outs and installation rather than treating all compact products alike.
Sink and hob compatibility are confirmed before manufacturing dimensions are approved.Collections differ in composition and conditions of use. We can consider Silestone and other available surfaces by reference, finish, format and installation requirements. The collection name alone is not a complete specification.
The quote names the product, thickness and edges. Heat and cleaning precautions follow its manufacturer guidance.Dekton, Neolith and XTONE can be assessed for the intended application. Their formats still require planned supports, cut-outs and junctions, with particular attention to edges during fabrication and installation.
The layout and joints are confirmed against actual measurements, available formats and delivery access.We can assess Corian or Krion for projects seeking particular forms or a continuous appearance. Feasibility depends on the selected product, fabrication process and details such as joints and integrated elements.
Appearance, care and possible repairs are discussed for the actual specification.Natural stone varies in pattern and tone, while timber requires allowance for movement and protection. We agree the selected material, finish and care with the expected exposure to water, stains and heat in mind.
A small sample may not show the complete pattern of a natural material.Identical-looking fronts can conceal very different fittings. We specify mechanisms for the intended load, movement and frequency of use. Families from Blum, Hettich, Emuca, Häfele and Kesseböhmer can be assessed, with models and availability confirmed for the project.
Door dimensions and weight influence hinge selection and quantity. We confirm opening and adjustment as well as soft closing. Doors beside walls or drawers also need a check for interference.
A named system provides a clearer specification than a brand alone.Load rating, extension and interior organisation follow the contents. Cutlery and cookware drawers need different arrangements. We check the mechanism against the dimensions so the storage remains accessible.
The proposal identifies runners, sides, closing system and included accessories.Mechanisms are sized for the weight of the complete front. We check clear movement, handles and adjustment before manufacture to ensure the chosen opening works with the room's obstructions.
Installation and use follow the requirements of the specified system.Baskets, trouser rails, corner fittings and organisers should solve a specific access problem. We compare the space taken by the mechanism with the usable capacity remaining.
A basic and an equipped option can be compared on the same layout.Lighting includes the profile, diffuser, power supply, controls and wiring as well as the light source. Position and colour temperature follow the task or contents, with maintenance access planned.
We agree which connections are included and which electrical preparation is separate.Visible surfaces need suitable edges and joints. Supports and fixings follow both furniture construction and the property substrate. Suspended or tall units require appropriate wall and fixing checks.
These are part of the furniture's construction and installation specification.
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View on InstagramCompare proposals covering the same pieces and work. We agree these four parts before manufacture is approved.
Dimensions, substrate, thicknesses, backs, supports and installation requirements.
Finish reference, visible faces, edges, grain and any agreed samples.
Models and specifications of the included fittings, accessories, lighting and appliances.
Delivery, fitting, finishing details and any additional or separately contracted work.
The exact answer depends on the type of furniture and the conditions of the home.
Yes. It helps us understand the appearance you have in mind. The manager will translate this reference into materials, thicknesses, finishes and systems that can be manufactured and installed in your space.
Not necessarily. Kitchen, bathroom, bedroom and living room have different demands. We can maintain a coordinated aesthetic using different specifications where necessary
Representative samples are compared once the project has a clear technical and visual direction. This is how we compare truly compatible alternatives and not complete catalogues without context
It has an influence, but so do the measurements, the number of modules, the fittings, the machining and the fitting. The manager will tell you where it is worth investing and where there is a more efficient alternative
A manager will review the use, the space and your references to guide you on the appropriate materials
Boards, veneer, lacquer, timber, glass and hardware behave differently once size, load, cleaning and daylight are considered. We therefore shortlist combinations for the actual cabinet rather than asking you to choose from every available finish. In projects around Málaga Centro, Este, Ciudad Jardín and Bailén-Miraflores, samples are reviewed beside retained floors, walls or worktops and the quotation records the agreed surface, edge and hardware level.
