Covering materials for the roof of the cottage
Cement-sand tile- Standard for European cottages. Braas, Benders - 25-35 lari/m². It is heavy (45kg/m²), but gives a solid appearance. For the cottage you need a reinforced construction.
Composite tile- Modern choice. Metrotile, Decra - 35-45 lari/m². Lightweight (7kg/m²), 50 years warranty, noise insulation. Ideal for the cottage.
Bitumen tile- soft roof of the cottage. Tegola, Katepal - 28-38 lb/m² + OSB foundation 25 lb/m². Total cost - 55-65 lari/m².
“The roof of the cottage - this is the 5th facade, which is visible from afar and creates the first impression”
Cottage engineering systems - comfort technologies
Heating and air conditioning in the cottage
The heating system of the cottage should be autonomous, economical and reliable:
- Gas condensing boiler+underfloor heating- The optimal combination. Vaillant ecoTEC plus 20kW - 3500-4500 GEL. Underfloor system Rehau - 55-65 lari/m². For a cottage (180m²) - 10,000-12,000 GEL.
- Air Heat Pump- Alternative solution. Mitsubishi Zubadan 12kW - 8000-10000 GEL. COP=4.5 means 4.5 times less cost compared to electric heating. For a cottage, 2 outdoor blocks are enough.
- Fireplace + auxiliary heating- Cottage atmosphere. Built-in fireplace with water jacket - 5000-8000 GEL. Efficiency 75-80%, aesthetics - free.
Ventilation and air conditioning
The airtightness of the cottage requires organized ventilation:
- recuperative ventilation- Zehnder, Vallox. Main block + channels - 8000-12000 GEL. Warming up to 85-90%. For the cottage, the economy on heating - 30-40%.
- Multi-split system- Daikin, Gree. 1 outer block + 4-5 inner. Cost - 6000-9000 GEL. Individual climate in each room in the cottage.
- Natural ventilation- Budget option. Engineering shafts + deflectors. Cost - 2000-3000 GEL. Enough for a cottage in a temperate climate.
Water supply and sewerage for the cottage
Water supply- The cottage needs stable pressure and reserve:
- Hydrophor Grundfos 100L - 1800-2500 GEL
- Filtration system - 1500-3000 GEL
- Boiler 200l (alternative) - 1200-1800 GEL
Autonomous sewerage- Necessity for a cottage in the suburbs:
- Bio-cleaner Topas 5 - 9000-11000 gel
- Classic septic tank with 3 chambers - 3500-5000 GEL
- Filtration field 80m² - 2000-3000 GEL
Rainwater System- Economy of the cottage:
- Storage tank 3m³ - 2500-3500 GEL
- Filter and pump - 1500-2000 GEL
- Usage: Irrigation, Toilets
“Cottage Engineering - Visible Comfort with Invisible Technologies”
Cottage interior - space and style
Interior planning for the cottage
The interior of the cottage is characterized by open spaces and functional zoning:
First floor(90-120 m²):
- Living-dining room 35-45m² - the heart of the cottage
- Kitchen 15-20m² - island or peninsula
- Guest bedroom 12-15m² - universal space
- Technical storage rooms 10-15m² - boiler, laundry
Second floor(70-100m²):
- Master bedroom 20-25m² - with wardrobe and bathroom
- Children's rooms 2x15-18m² - with the prospect of growth
- Shared bathroom 8-10m² - for family
- Work cabinet 10-12m² - or 4th bedroom
Floor coverings in the cottage
Reception area- Ceramogranite 60x60, 80x80. Spanish, Italian - 45-75 lari/m². Compatible with underfloor heating. For the cottage - warm, neutral tones.
bedrooms- Engineered parquet 14-15mm. Oak, walnut - 85-120 lb/m². Or laminate 33 class Quick-Step - 35-45 lb/m². Cosiness and warmth in the cottage.
bathrooms- Ceramic tile with imitation of wood. Porcelanosa, Marazzi - 55-95 lari/m². For the cottage - a warm floor is necessary.