Drying out and shrinkage
It is only natural that you will want to personalise your home as quickly as possible. Before you do this, please take note of the following:
As we build your home, moisture is absorbed in materials (i.e. in the bricks, timber, concrete etc.). When you live in your home, it begins to ‘dry out’ and moisture evaporates slowly. Materials dry at different rates and timber and plastic will move, causing small cracks and gaps to appear. This is known as ‘shrinkage’. It is to be expected in a new home and can be easily remedied when you redecorate.
If you are hanging pictures or mirrors from your walls, make sure your fixings are suitable - heavy items may damage your walls and will need additional support.