Decoration, as an important event in our lives, always makes people both look forward to and nervous. What we are looking forward to is a beautiful home after renovation, but what we are nervous about is the various uncertainties and potential risks during the renovation process. In order to help everyone better cope with decoration challenges and avoid decoration regrets, we have carefully summarized the following 100 essential knowledge for decoration based on the decoration experience of the majority of homeowners. These knowledge points cover various aspects of the decoration process such as water and electricity, masonry, carpentry, and painting, aiming to provide a practical decoration guide for everyone.

1、 Hydropower section: Safety first, details determine success or failure

1. Waterproof construction: Waterproofing is of utmost importance in decoration, and coating waterproofing should be used to ensure that there are no omissions in the waterproof layer. Waterproof engineering should be carried out after the completion and acceptance of concealed construction, and two water storage tests should be conducted to ensure the waterproof effect. The height of the bathroom waterproof layer should not be less than 1.8 meters, and additional waterproof treatment should be applied to areas such as floor drains, pipes, and corners that are prone to water leakage.

2. Water and electricity layout: Hot and cold water pipes should follow the principle of left hot and right cold. Water pipes should be routed from the ceiling or wall as much as possible to avoid laying on the ground and reduce the risk of water leakage. The groove should be deep to ensure that the water pipe has sufficient protective layer. When installing PPR pipes, the thickness after tiling should be considered to avoid exposing the pipes.

3. Sanitary facilities: Anti odor floor drains should be selected for floor drains, and cement should not be used for toilet installation. Silicone should be used for fixation and protection should be taken into account. When purchasing a toilet, consider the pit distance, and choose the appropriate model for the washing machine based on the drainage method. It is not advisable to install a telephone in the bathroom, and the size of the mirror should be planned in advance to avoid installing the mirror headlights too high.

4. Circuit safety: Strong and weak electricity cannot be threaded through the same pipe, following the principle of grounding on the left zero and right phase. The power socket should be 300mm above the ground, and the switch should be 1.4m away, avoiding installation behind doors. The number of sockets should be more and not less, and high-power electrical appliances should use 16A sockets. The cross-sectional area of the wires inside the PVC conduit shall not exceed 40% of the cross-sectional area of the conduit to ensure electrical safety.

5. Detail handling: Do not blow the bedroom air conditioner towards the bed. The air conditioning hole can be tilted outward to prevent rainwater from entering. Try to consider dual control for the lamp, which is convenient to use. Anti splash sockets can be installed in the bathroom and balcony, and the electrical conduit should be horizontal and vertical with photos taken for easy maintenance in the future. A check valve should be installed in the public flue to prevent the backflow of oil fumes.

2、 Clay Craftsmanship: Striving for Excellence, Creating Perfect Spaces

1. Material selection: Cement with a production period exceeding three months should not be used, and different types and grades of cement cannot be mixed. Yellow sand should be selected from river sand to ensure quality. The wall and floor tiles need to be soaked in water for more than two hours and laid after drying in the shade to avoid color difference.

2. Paving technique: It is better to buy a few more pieces of wall and floor tiles than to buy fewer to avoid color differences in the later stage. There should not be two rows of non whole tiles on one wall, and the tiles should be cleaned immediately after the joint cleaning is completed. When pasting marble (light color) on the ground, waterproof treatment should be done on the back of the stone. A 45 degree angle needs to be cut at the sunny corner to ensure aesthetics.

3. Detail processing: The floor tiles should be tilted towards the floor drain to avoid water accumulation. Wall tiles that come into contact with pipeline openings should be cut with sleeves to maintain overall aesthetics. Marble on the ground should be laid dry to ensure stability. Tiles should be made of materials that are resistant to dirt and slip, to avoid neglecting practicality for the sake of aesthetics. Matte tiles are difficult to clean and require careful selection. Attention should be paid to the drainage direction of balcony tiles to ensure smooth drainage.

3、 Woodworking section: Craftsmanship, Creating Exquisite Furniture

1. Material preparation: It is recommended to use dried larch for the ground keel, and large wooden boards need to be sawn open and air dried to ensure material stability. Before entering the site, carpenters need to mark the horizontal line of the house to ensure accurate construction. The patterned panels need to be painted in advance to prevent them from getting dirty.

2. Construction specifications: Ceiling fans cannot be installed on the ceiling keel and must be separately fixed. When constructing decorative panels, it is necessary to select colors in advance to ensure overall aesthetics. The distance between the hanging bars of the ceiling and the wall should not exceed 300mm. The gypsum board needs to be fixed with countersunk self tapping screws and treated with rust prevention. The distance between gypsum board nails shall not exceed 200mm, and a 3mm gap shall be left between the gypsum board and the wall for crack prevention treatment.

3. Detail processing: Install a corner strip at the external corner of the gypsum board to protect it from collision. The upper and lower protruding parts of the wooden door need to be painted, and the bottom of the bathroom door frame needs to be coated with waterproof paint. The size of the door should be consistent to ensure overall aesthetics. Try to avoid letting carpenters make furniture as much as possible, and choose furniture that is custom-made as a whole for better aesthetics and practicality. Cabinets need to be selected as integral cabinets, as woodworking cannot guarantee quality and design. Various sizes need to be considered in advance to avoid the hassle of later modifications.

4. Precautions: Do not install concealed tracks on your own sliding doors for future maintenance. If the bathroom is small, try to use sliding doors to save space. Communicate more with carpenters to ensure that construction meets individual needs.

4、 Paint job: Colorful, creating a warm atmosphere

1. Latex paint construction: When applying medium and dark latex paint, try not to mix water to avoid color difference. The joints of gypsum board need to be wrapped with bandages, and the areas with gaps on the wall need to be covered with cool cloth to ensure a smooth wall surface. Remove the original putty or apply glue to seal it, ensuring the wall is firm.

2. Paint selection: Try to buy paint from well-known brands to ensure quality and environmental friendliness. When the weather is too humid, do not brush the paint first to avoid affecting the quality. The polishing of paint and coatings should be carried out after they are completely dry, and the next coat of paint construction must be carried out after the previous coat of paint is completely dry.

3. Detail processing: The paint on the metal surface needs to be treated with rust prevention. When the weather is too cold, the quality of the paint construction will be affected. When painting the door, use masking paper to stick the hinges and door locks to avoid paint contamination. When it's too hot, pay attention to ventilation to avoid the paint drying too quickly. When pasting wallpaper, it is necessary to brush the oil on the wall to ensure that the wallpaper is firmly pasted. Before pasting wallpaper, it is necessary to remove the panels of switches and sockets to avoid damage.

4. Closing work: The latex paint with glossy and silky finish needs to be completed in one go, as it may cause color differences if repaired. After installing the skirting board, it is necessary to fill the gaps with putty and latex paint to ensure overall aesthetics. Frosted glass needs to be protected with newspaper to avoid scratches.

5、 Summary and Suggestions

Decoration is a complex and meticulous task that requires careful planning and meticulous construction. Through the 100 essential knowledge of decoration in this article, we can have a more comprehensive understanding of the various links and precautions in the decoration process. To ensure the quality and effectiveness of the decoration, we recommend making sufficient preparations before the decoration, including clarifying the decoration needs, developing a decoration budget, selecting high-quality materials, and finding a professional construction team. During the construction process, we need to maintain close communication with the construction personnel to ensure that the construction meets individual needs. At the same time, we should also pay attention to construction details and quality supervision, and promptly identify and solve problems.

What we want to emphasize is that decoration is not only for aesthetics and comfort, but also for our health and quality of life. Therefore, during the decoration process, we must always prioritize environmental protection and safety, choose environmentally friendly materials and construction techniques, and ensure that the home environment after decoration is healthy, safe, and comfortable. I hope that the 100 essential decoration knowledge in this article can provide a practical decoration guide to help everyone create an ideal and beautiful home.