Decoration is both expected and troublesome. After all, everyone wants to decorate their new home beautifully, but in the face of complex decoration processes and continuous increase in quotations, if you are not careful, you will fall into the \”pit\” of the decoration company.

To help everyone better control the decoration budget, today I have prepared a super detailed decoration quotation and material list to tell you where the money in each link is spent to prevent being cheated! After reading this article, you can be clear about it and avoid \”trapping into pitfalls\”.

1. Decoration cost composition: main material, auxiliary material and labor cost

When making decoration budgets, the expenses are usually divided into three categories: main material cost, auxiliary material cost and labor cost. Each type of expense accounts for a considerable proportion of the total renovation cost.

1. Main material cost

The main material is decoration materials that you can directly see and use, such as ceramic tiles, floors, cabinets, etc. They are the \”big head\” in decoration, accounting for 30%-40% of the entire budget.

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● Floor tiles and wall tiles: The market price of ordinary ceramic tiles with 800*800 is generally between 60-120 yuan/㎡, while high-end brands or large-sized ceramic tiles are between 150-300 yuan/㎡.

● Flooring: Laminated laminate flooring is about 100-200 yuan/㎡, while solid wood flooring is above 300 yuan/㎡.

● Cabinets: Cabinets are calculated based on the delayed rice. The price of ordinary brands is between 1,000-3,000 yuan/delayed rice. Customized models or high-end brands may cost more than 4,000 yuan/delayed rice.

● Bathroom sanitary ware: The price of ordinary toilets is between 800-1500 yuan, the shower shower set is about 1,000 yuan, and the price of high-end brands can reach more than 3,000 yuan.

2. Auxiliary materials are materials used in construction but are not very visible in normal times, such as cement, sand, gypsum board, wires, etc. They are also very important, directly affecting the quality and safety of decoration, accounting for 20%-30% of the total cost.

Common auxiliary materials include:

● Cement and sand: The price of cement is about 25 yuan/bag, and sand is 50 yuan/ton. It is usually necessary to use it.

● Wire: Qualified wires are about 3-5 yuan/meter. Although inferior wires are cheap, they may have safety risks.

● Drywall: used when suspended ceilings, generallyThe price of gypsum board is about 25-30 yuan/㎡.

● Waterproof materials: Bathrooms and kitchens need to be waterproof, and the price of waterproof coatings on the market is between 30-60 yuan/㎡.

3. Labor fee

Hard fee is a part that cannot be ignored in decoration, and it determines whether your design can be implemented smoothly. The labor costs of each type of job vary according to the region, usually accounting for 30%-40% of the total cost.

Common labor costs:

● Water and electricity transformation: Calculated in meters, water pipes and wires are about 10-15 yuan/meter each, without material costs.

● Brickworker (tiling): about 35-75 yuan/㎡, which varies depending on the size of the brick and the difficulty of the construction.

● Carpenter (ceiling, cabinet making): Usually calculated in square meters, a flat ceiling is about 35-50 yuan/㎡, and a complex ceiling such as a jumping floor is about 45-60 yuan/㎡.

● Oiler (wall latex paint): Apply latex paint for about 15-30 yuan/㎡. If the wall needs to be leveled, the cost will be higher.

2. List of various materials + quotations

With a basic understanding, let\’s take a look at the list of materials and quotations for common decoration projects in detail. The following prices are for reference only, and the specific prices vary by brand, material, and region.

1. Living room and bedroom

Floor materials:

● Ceramic tiles: ordinary floor tiles with a market price of about 600*600 yuan/㎡.

● Laminated composite flooring: the price is between 100-200 yuan/㎡.

● Solid wood flooring: Starting from 300 yuan/㎡, high-quality solid wood flooring can even reach more than 500 yuan/㎡.

Wall and top materials:

● Latex paint: The brand latex paint is about 20-35 yuan/㎡, such as well-known brands such as Dolux and Nippon. Ordinary brands will be cheaper.

● Gypsum line: Decorative gypsum line is about 10-20 yuan per meter.

● Wallpaper/wall cloth: The price of wallpaper varies greatly. Domestic brands are about 30-80 yuan/㎡, and imported brands may reach more than 150 yuan/㎡.

Doors and window materials:

● Interior door: The price of ordinary wooden doors is about 800-2,000 yuan/tile, and the price of solid wood doors is above 3,000 yuan/tile.

● Window cover,Door cover: Generally, the price of window cover and door cover is between 100-200 yuan/meter.

2. Kitchen

Floor and wall materials:

● ​​Ceramic tiles: Kitchen generally chooses anti-slip floor tiles, the price is about 60-120 yuan/㎡.

● Wall tiles: 300*600 ordinary wall tiles, the price is about 30-80 yuan/㎡.

Cabinets and countertops:

● Cabinets: Ordinary custom cabinets are about 1,500-3,000 yuan/long meter, branded cabinets and special materials will be more expensive.

● Quartz stone countertop: The price is about 600-1500 yuan/long meter.

Electrical equipment:

● Range hood: The price of brand range hood is about 1,500-3,000 yuan per unit.

● Gas stove: The general price of gas stove is between 1,000 and 2,000 yuan.

3. Bathroom

Waterproof, floor, wall materials:

● Waterproof coating: Price is about 30-60 yuan/㎡.

● Anti-slip floor tiles: 60-120 yuan/㎡.

● Wall tiles: 30-80 yuan/㎡.

Sanitary ware:

● Toilet: Ordinary brand toilets are 800-1500 yuan, while high-end brand toilets are more than 2,000 yuan.

● Bathroom cabinet: The price of customized bathroom cabinets ranges from about 1,000 to 3,000 yuan.

● Shower set: 1,000-3,000 yuan.

Ceve:

● Aluminum buckle ceiling: generally 80-150 yuan/㎡, and high-end brands are at a higher price.

4. Water and electricity transformation

Water road transformation:

● PPR water pipe: 10-15 yuan/meter, the price will fluctuate depending on the diameter of the pipe.

Circuit transformation:

● Wire: Qualified wire price is 3-5 yuan/meter.

● Flame retardant wire pipe: 2-4 yuan/meter to ensure safe construction.

3. Common pitfalls and pit prevention guides for decoration

After knowing these basic materials and quotations, we must be careful of some common \”pits\” during the decoration process.

1. Low price temptation, later additions

Many decoration companies will attract customers at low prices, and after signing the contract, they will add projects for various reasons, such as \”water and electricity transformation is not enough\” and \”material upgrades\”. Suggestions for anti-pit prevention: clarify the fees and standards for additional items in the contract in advance to avoid being cheated.

2. The cost of water and electricity renovation is raised

Hydropower renovation is a common large-scale addition, especially when wiring pipes are laid. It may increase the wiring length and material costs based on \”safety considerations\”. Pit prevention suggestions: Ask professional third-party supervisors to participate in construction monitoring to ensure reasonable materials use.

3. Materials replace columns

During the decoration process, some construction teams will use inferior materials as good ones and use inferior materials instead of the brand materials agreed in the contract. Suggestions for anti-pit materials: go to the market to purchase them yourself, save the invoice and carefully check them during the construction process.

4. Overpayment of labor costs

Some decoration companies do not specify labor costs when signing the contract, or later charge additional fees on the grounds of \”delay in construction\” and \”complex design\”. Pit prevention suggestions: When signing the contract, clarify the standards for construction period and labor costs, and confirm with the company that there will be no additional labor costs.

4. How to reasonably plan the decoration budget?

Before renovation, it is crucial to plan a good budget. The following are a few suggestions:

1. Determine the total budget: first clarify the total budget scope based on your own economic situation, and then allocate funds based on the house area and decoration style.

2. Allocate various expenses: Calculate the approximate expenses of each area based on the house area, divide the total expenses into four major parts: main materials, auxiliary materials, labor and design, and allocate funds reasonably.

3. Compare three companies: compare the quotations of several decoration companies, and understand the market conditions, and choose a cost-effective solution.

4. Leave room: Even if the planning is thorough, some additional expenses will inevitably occur during the decoration process. It is recommended to reserve a budget of 10%-15% as emergency expenses.