Spain is still far away from the rest of Europe in DIY expenses. Each person dedicates around 180 EUR/year whereas in the UK, Germany or France DIY enthusiasts expend more than 500 EUR. However it’s a growing market. As per AECOC-AFEB percentage of buyers is increasing because of the raise in baths & kitchens’ refurbishing. 2015 is expected to go up also in plumbing, paints, and specially decoration which is experiencing the higher increase. DIY becomes a new spare time activity and a way to improve self-esteem.
Where do we detect a habits’ change? On the proliferation of DIY blogs: internet becomes the main information and formation channel.
Below some of the more visited, useful or just creative ones:
- Brico’s school: http://www.bricocrack.tv
- Useful content: http://bricolaje.facilisimo.com
- Wide content: http://www.hogarmania.com/bricolaje/
- Interesting section of recycling: https://www.bricoblog.eu/
- For the most creative: http://www.hadasycuscus.com/