Wear and tear
Humidity, heat, shocks, cleaning, load and opening frequency
Materials and finishes · Benahavís
Boards, timber, lacquer and hardware for bespoke furniture
A timber look can be achieved in several ways, each with different maintenance and cost. We explain those differences in the context of your project.
The choice is part of the project
The best material is the one that suits the way the furniture will be used
We do not recommend finishing in isolation. The same look may require a different base, edge or hardware depending on the room and frequency of use.
Design and light
Colour, texture, grain, sheen and relationship with floors and walls
Maintenance
Ease of cleaning, repair and performance over time
Planned investment
We prioritise what adds value to use and avoid unnecessary extra costs
Direct consultation · Recommendation by project · No obligation
Tell us what furniture you need
A manager will review the use, the space and your references to guide you on the appropriate materials
Material families
Options with which we can manufacture
This guide explains the common possibilities. Availability, brand, collection, tone and final specification are confirmed with your project manager
Technical melamines
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 resistanceLacquered MDF
Allows 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.natural timber veneer
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 togethersolid timber
It 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 senseHPL and laminates
High 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 usedplywood
Stable 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 applicationGlass, mirror and metal
They 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 themHardware and accessories
Hinges, 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 useMaterials advice
How do we arrive at a suitable proposal?
You don't need to know brands or specifications. With photographs, a reference and an idea of use we can begin a practical material review
- 01We understand the project
We review the stay, approximate measurements, use, visual references and priorities
- 02We discard what is not appropriate
We filter options by humidity, resistance, cleaning needs, weight, light and budget
- 03We present coherent alternatives
We explain relevant differences and propose comparable combinations
- 04We validate before manufacturing
Finishes, edges, hardware and details are defined in the final proposal
Common questions
What you should know before choosing
The exact answer depends on the type of furniture and the conditions of the home.
Can I submit a Pinterest reference or photo?＋
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.
Is there a recommended material for the entire home?＋
Not necessarily. Kitchen, bathroom, bedroom and living room have different demands. We can maintain a coordinated aesthetic using different specifications where necessary
Can I see colours and samples before deciding?＋
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
Does the material change the budget a lot?＋
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 project grounded in the property
From room photographs to decisions the workshop can use
Some projects arrive with plans and a finish schedule; others begin with phone photographs. Both can progress well when the assumptions are made visible early.
Describe the problem before the product
You do not need trade vocabulary. Tell us what gets left out, what feels awkward and what you reach for every day. Add room photographs, retained finishes and a realistic account of day-to-day use, and the conversation has a solid place to begin.
If several people use the room, we record the disagreement as well as the shared priorities. It is better to resolve that tension in the layout than during fitting.
The survey has a purpose
An early width and height can rule out the wrong approach without pretending to be a workshop survey. Once the layout is credible, we verify the walls, levels and fixed elements that affect manufacture.
We distinguish a dimension used to explore an idea from one released to the workshop. That small discipline prevents an early estimate from quietly becoming a production instruction.
Choose from a shortlist, not a wall of samples
A convincing sample is one that still makes sense beside the floor, doors and light that will remain. We also confirm what supports it, how edges are finished and which hardware carries the load.
If two options are genuinely equivalent for the brief, we say so. Material advice should reduce uncertainty, not invent distinctions to justify a longer specification.
Access is part of the design
A beautiful elevation is not enough if it cannot enter the building or be adjusted safely. The fitting sequence is considered while the drawings can still respond.
Scribes and final adjustments are allowed for rather than treated as surprises. That is how a fitted piece meets the building without looking forced.
Priorities make the quotation clearer
We separate essentials from optional details and state what the quotation includes. If a premium finish absorbs money without improving the brief, we will say so.
A written exclusion is as useful as an inclusion. It prevents assumptions about electrical work, decoration, appliances or removal of existing furniture.
The next step should be proportionate
You will not be asked to approve everything at once. Layout comes before minor details; verified dimensions come before production; fitting arrangements are settled before delivery.
Once the direction is agreed, we can discuss timing with more honesty. Lead time follows the approved scope, material availability and conditions at the property.
Direct consultation · Recommendation by project · No obligation
Tell us what furniture you need
A manager will review the use, the space and your references to guide you on the appropriate materials