Decoration is a major event in family life, and the choice of decoration materials is directly related to the safety and comfort of the living environment. In the market, there are many kinds of decoration materials, the quality is uneven, how to identify the quality of materials, to avoid the purchase of fake and shoddy products, has become the focus of many consumers. This article will provide you with a practical guide to choosing decoration materials to help you create a safe and environmentally friendly home environment.
1. Purchase wood flooring: pay attention to formaldehyde emissions
Wood flooring is a commonly used floor material in home decoration, but it is necessary to pay attention to the amount of formaldehyde released when purchasing. Formaldehyde is a harmful substance, and long-term exposure may cause harm to the human body. When purchasing wood flooring, it is necessary to choose E0 or E1 products that meet national environmental protection standards, and avoid choosing E2 products with high formaldehyde emissions. At the same time, you can check the test report of the product to understand whether its formaldehyde emission meets the standard.
Second, choose wallpaper: pay attention to the material and printing process
Wallpaper is an important material for wall decoration, and it is necessary to pay attention to the material and printing process when purchasing. High-quality wallpaper is made of environmentally friendly materials and does not contain harmful substances such as benzene, toluene, etc. When shopping for wallpaper, you can smell whether there is a pungent smell, and if so, it may be a product containing harmful substances. In addition, you should also pay attention to the printing process of the wallpaper, the high-quality wallpaper is printed clearly, the pattern is delicate, and the color is uniform.
3. Buying paint: pay attentionVOC content
Paint is a commonly used paint in decoration, but pay attention to VOC (volatile organic compounds) content when purchasing. VOCs are a hazardous substance that can cause harm to the human body when exposed to them for a long time. When choosing paints, choose products with low VOC or no VOCs, and avoid choosing products with high VOC content. At the same time, you can check the test report of the product to know whether its VOC content meets the standard.
Fourth, the purchase of ceramic tiles: pay attention to water absorption and glaze crack resistance
Ceramic tile is a common decoration material in bathroom, kitchen and other areas, and it is necessary to pay attention to water absorption and glaze crack resistance when purchasing. High-quality ceramic tiles have low water absorption, good resistance to glaze cracks, and are not prone to cracking, water seepage and other problems. When purchasing tiles, you can soak the tiles in water for a period of time to observe their water absorption, or you can gently tap the tiles to listen to whether the sound is crisp and judge their density and strength.
Fifth, the purchase of bathroom products: pay attention to materials and technology
Bathroom products are frequently used in daily life, and we should pay attention to the material and process when purchasing. High-quality bathroom products are made of stainless steel, copper and other corrosion-resistant materials, with exquisite craftsmanship and smooth surface, which is not easy to breed bacteria. When purchasing bathroom products, you can observe whether the surface is smooth, whether the connection is firm, and you can also check the test report of the product to understand whether its material and process meet the standards.
The purchase of decoration materials is an important part of the decoration process, which is related to the safety and comfort of the living environment. When purchasing decoration materials, we should pay attention to environmental protection indicators such as formaldehyde emission and VOC content, pay attention to the quality of materials and processes, and avoid buying fake and shoddy products. Through the above purchase guide, I hope you can choose high-quality decoration materials to create a safe and environmentally friendly home environment.