Hello,
We are in the process of building a house and are considering whether it could be advantageous to buy building materials such as tiles and ceramics abroad and transport them home (via our own truck). Does anyone know of any place where you can compare prices or have any experiences?
Thank you in advance
We are in the process of building a house and are considering whether it could be advantageous to buy building materials such as tiles and ceramics abroad and transport them home (via our own truck). Does anyone know of any place where you can compare prices or have any experiences?
Thank you in advance
Hello
I am indeed thinking along those lines.
I have looked quite a lot at the offerings in Poland and that's probably where I will buy the material for the upcoming house construction.
There's quite a bit of money to be saved by purchasing goods from "Eastern European countries."
So far, two questions have arisen for me:
1: I do not know Polish. An acquaintance of mine has helped me with that part and we have made considerable progress.
2: The transport. Last fall, when we checked how much it would cost to get a truck up to Stockholm from Poland, the verbal price was about 9000:-.
When we got a quote for the material in March and then ordered the transport, it suddenly cost about 15000:- ???. It should be noted that the material suppliers are not involved in the transport; it is an independent transport company.
Now I don't know why it's just as expensive to order shipping from Sweden as from Poland. My Polish acquaintance hasn't inquired with multiple transporters since I am behind on the preparatory work. But even if I now pay 15000:-/truck, it is still VERY MUCH CHEAPER than what similar material costs in Sweden.
Hopefully, we will check more transport alternatives next week.
I want to be a bit cautious with the info I provide, BUT when all threads are tied and orders are made, I will get back to you. All to AVOID spreading incorrect information.
Please be patient.
Said
I am indeed thinking along those lines.
I have looked quite a lot at the offerings in Poland and that's probably where I will buy the material for the upcoming house construction.
There's quite a bit of money to be saved by purchasing goods from "Eastern European countries."
So far, two questions have arisen for me:
1: I do not know Polish. An acquaintance of mine has helped me with that part and we have made considerable progress.
2: The transport. Last fall, when we checked how much it would cost to get a truck up to Stockholm from Poland, the verbal price was about 9000:-.
When we got a quote for the material in March and then ordered the transport, it suddenly cost about 15000:- ???. It should be noted that the material suppliers are not involved in the transport; it is an independent transport company.
Now I don't know why it's just as expensive to order shipping from Sweden as from Poland. My Polish acquaintance hasn't inquired with multiple transporters since I am behind on the preparatory work. But even if I now pay 15000:-/truck, it is still VERY MUCH CHEAPER than what similar material costs in Sweden.
Hopefully, we will check more transport alternatives next week.
I want to be a bit cautious with the info I provide, BUT when all threads are tied and orders are made, I will get back to you. All to AVOID spreading incorrect information.
Please be patient.
Said
Hi
So now I've been to Poland and checked it out. It went like this:
Ferry from Nynäshamn on 24/5 at 18:00. Arrived in Gdansk at 12:00 the next day.
A meeting with the autoclaved aerated concrete distributor. A middle-aged couple who were very hospitable and pleasant. They were both trained engineers with extensive experience in the industry.
They didn’t even want a deposit for the order and drove us around to a couple of places.
Had some opinions on the tool order. They thought I had ordered too much of some things and too little of others.
After an hour or so, two builders with experience in working with autoclaved aerated concrete came by. I had some questions about the work process and they had some very valuable tips and suggestions. They would also submit a quote for plastering the house.
Then we went to a house that the aforementioned builders had plastered. Looked very nice, but as an amateur, it's hard to assess the quality of the work.
After that, we went to a tile and ceramic company. There was plenty to see. Large selection and wonderful prices. Took some photos and brochures for further contact.
We also managed to visit a construction site where I received tips and ideas from the autoclaved aerated concrete distributor.
Our visit ended with a cup of tea at the ferry terminal where we reviewed the day and future collaboration. We agreed that before finalizing the order, I should send the construction drawings to the distributor. This is for a final adjustment of the material quantity and any changes or additional tips. Ferry from Gdansk at 18:00 and arrived at 12:00 in Nynäshamn the next day.
My impression of this all-too-brief day is that things are looking very promising regarding the purchase of materials in Poland. The trip gave MUCH more than I had hoped for.
My next trip will be significantly longer. Then I will visit a couple of window factories and several tile stores, further from Gdansk.
It is admittedly a (rather large) obstacle if you don't know Polish. It seems like very few understand English.
But on the other hand, if you have a wad of cash in your hand, you can probably make yourself understood.
Said
P.s: More information and pictures will be on the website
http://www.33rpm.nu/hammarbacken/Sidor/bygget.html
So now I've been to Poland and checked it out. It went like this:
Ferry from Nynäshamn on 24/5 at 18:00. Arrived in Gdansk at 12:00 the next day.
A meeting with the autoclaved aerated concrete distributor. A middle-aged couple who were very hospitable and pleasant. They were both trained engineers with extensive experience in the industry.
They didn’t even want a deposit for the order and drove us around to a couple of places.
Had some opinions on the tool order. They thought I had ordered too much of some things and too little of others.
After an hour or so, two builders with experience in working with autoclaved aerated concrete came by. I had some questions about the work process and they had some very valuable tips and suggestions. They would also submit a quote for plastering the house.
Then we went to a house that the aforementioned builders had plastered. Looked very nice, but as an amateur, it's hard to assess the quality of the work.
After that, we went to a tile and ceramic company. There was plenty to see. Large selection and wonderful prices. Took some photos and brochures for further contact.
We also managed to visit a construction site where I received tips and ideas from the autoclaved aerated concrete distributor.
Our visit ended with a cup of tea at the ferry terminal where we reviewed the day and future collaboration. We agreed that before finalizing the order, I should send the construction drawings to the distributor. This is for a final adjustment of the material quantity and any changes or additional tips. Ferry from Gdansk at 18:00 and arrived at 12:00 in Nynäshamn the next day.
My impression of this all-too-brief day is that things are looking very promising regarding the purchase of materials in Poland. The trip gave MUCH more than I had hoped for.
My next trip will be significantly longer. Then I will visit a couple of window factories and several tile stores, further from Gdansk.
It is admittedly a (rather large) obstacle if you don't know Polish. It seems like very few understand English.
But on the other hand, if you have a wad of cash in your hand, you can probably make yourself understood.
Said
P.s: More information and pictures will be on the website
http://www.33rpm.nu/hammarbacken/Sidor/bygget.html
Skåne - are you in the EU? 
Blekinge too....the advantage for us here in the former Denmark is that we are close to shopping cheaply. 8) We don't have to travel through the whole of Sweden to find bargains! ;D We've already saved a good amount on travel costs. :Bob_the_builder said:Skåne - are you part of the EU?
Some of us even don't know what to do with all the money we save. ;DI will send my account number right away.
I can come and pick it up if that's the case.