How to use this resource
- Read it on screen, or print it (Cmd/Ctrl + P) or save it as a PDF straight from your browser — nothing is gated and no sign-up is needed.
- Use it before speaking with professionals, to organise your thinking and arrive with clear, specific notes.
- Copy it by hand into a notebook if you prefer — the structure matters more than the format.
- Treat it as a planning aid, not a contract or a substitute for licensed professional advice.
What to capture per surface
Copy this set of fields for each surface you are choosing (e.g. kitchen countertop, bathroom floor).
Room
kitchen, bathroom, ensuite, etc.
Surface
countertop, floor, wall, backsplash, vanity top
Material option considered
Moisture exposure
wet zone, splash zone, dry
Performance and care
Maintenance / sealing needs (ask supplier)
Cleaning effort
Durability for the use
Slip consideration (floors)
Questions to confirm
- Suitability for this room and surface (supplier)
- Installation requirements (professional)
- Warranty and what voids it
- Matching and availability
Decision notes
Your leaning, alternatives and what is still open.
Frequently asked questions
Questions about this resource
How do I use this for several surfaces?
Copy the field set for each surface — kitchen countertop, bathroom floor, shower tile, and so on — so you compare like for like before deciding with suppliers.
Does it recommend specific materials?
No. It is a neutral worksheet for capturing and comparing options. Suitability, sealing and installation are supplier and professional topics.
Why capture moisture exposure?
Moisture is the leading factor for kitchen and bathroom materials. Recording exposure per surface helps you and suppliers match the right material to the right place.
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