Buying construction materials abroad

[mrlillebill]

Buick,

why have people been disappointed with windows? Is it because "German" windows in Sweden have become cheaper/available?

 

[buick]

hi. I have only read that it hasn't suited the taste of many on the forum and unfortunately, I don't know the reason, it doesn't seem to be appearance-wise.
I don't think it should differ that much.

 

[zuljin]

Is there anyone here who has planned a shopping trip to Poland in the near future?

 

[buick]

hey zuljin. yes, I will go down on the 23rd and check things out.
it will be my first time.

 

[lellesv]

Yes, I will be heading down to Gdansk in April-May. Taking the ferry from Nynäshamn. I was there last autumn to scout things out. Most things are at least 30% cheaper except for timber and insulation like gullfiber. However, cell plastic was much cheaper than here. I can recommend Leroy Merlin for plumbing, tiles, paint, etc. At BAT, you can buy ground pipes, bricks, cell plastic, paving stones, etc. I found that Praktiker and Castorama & co had too small inventories. Personally, I will try to buy everything except for timber and insulation. For example, underfloor heating pipe PEX 20 mm for 6:50 SEK/meter. Rinkaby charges around 18:00 or something like that.

Good luck with your purchases.

/Lelle

 

[humla]

In addition to the big department stores that have been consistently mentioned in the thread, I would also like to know if anyone has found, for example, carpentry shops that manufacture stairs/windows? I'm also looking for a kitchen stove like Wamsler (AB Hans Forsman - the specialist in wood burning) and it would be good to know if there are any nurseries nearby!

/humlan

 

[zuljin]

Hello Zuljin. Yes, I will go down on the 23rd to check things out. It will be my first time.

Yes, I will be going down in April-May to Gdansk...

/Lelle

Is there any of you who might be open to placing an order or possibly taking an extra passenger? I need granite ceramics, but it wouldn't be economical for me to go down by myself... Plus, I find it so hard to get some time off...

 

[Marko]

Does anyone know if there are hardware stores from Poland on the Internet? With prices and possibly pictures. Something like Beijer bygg, Byggmax etc. have in Sweden. I am interested in seeing prices for shingles in Poland.

Best regards

 

[wedin]

I have previously shopped a lot from Germany, including many items for the bathroom from Megabad. However, I have now opted for solid parquet from a Polish company. A slightly unusual dimension 16x43x300 in nature (best) sorting. €12.90 + VAT = 147 SEK/m2. There are probably cheaper options, but I am satisfied. Also got a good price on transport, one pallet home, 2,750 SEK including VAT. Now I will try to relax and not worry...

 

[suzukirules]

I would like to ask those of you who seem to be experienced Poland travelers about where you can get cheap granite flooring, preferably a store with a website with prices.
Many thanks in advance,
Martin

 

[Hundkojan]

We are about to book a trip with our builder in two weeks' time. We have the highest expectations and will try to take lots of pictures and price quotes to keep you updated.

 

[isolde]

Make sure not to get stuck in Castorama, Praktiker, OBI, or other large hardware stores. They cater to the masses, so you may not find any gems there. Much is made to order, e.g., kitchen and bathroom furniture, doors, railings, etc. Finer types of tiles are usually found in smaller stores.

 

[Hundkojan]

Please give us some tips on stores and their names.. all tips are welcome.

 

[lellesv]

At BAT in Gdansk, you can buy roof shingles. Email them and ask the price, they are very nice. Some can speak English ;-)

BAT - Centrum Materia³ów Budowlanych

Good luck

/Lelle

 

[isolde]

I have been in contact with xxxxxxx the whole time, they helped me a lot with both advice and contacts. Try them

You must be extremely satisfied with them, as almost all of your 21 posts (so far) are about polenshopping.se. Just click on your username and then on "find more posts by stillfullt".