Module 7: Interior Finishes

In this module, you’ll learn how to turn your design concepts into a fully finished space using professional interior finishes. You’ll gain practical knowledge of how different finishes can enhance the functionality, style, and mood of a room, and understand how they interact with light, colour, and materials.

You will explore wall, floor, ceiling, and decorative finishes, learning how to select appropriate products based on durability, aesthetics, and client requirements. The module also covers how to plan and schedule finishes effectively, ensuring a cohesive and well-executed result for a complete renovation project.

Through practical exercises, case studies, and design challenges, you will develop the skills to specify finishes confidently, integrate them into your overall design, and produce professional-quality interior spaces.

This module is part of the Diploma of Interior Design (MSF50222) and is designed to provide you with industry-relevant skills and knowledge to apply professional finishes in real-world interior design projects.

Module 7 Course Preview

Why This Module Matters

High-quality finishes create a lasting impact and functional backdrop for interiors. In Module 7, you’ll:

Discover essential wall, floor, and ceiling finishes.
Gain product knowledge to select professional, durable materials.
Learn how to plan and schedule finishes in sequence for a project.
Create finish schedules that integrate with your ongoing renovation project.
Understand how finishes enhance style, mood, and functionality in any space.

What You’ll Learn

Interior Finishes
Learn about walls, floors, ceilings, and decorative details.
Product Selection
Choose finishes and materials that are durable, aesthetically pleasing, and cost-effective.
Finish Scheduling
Organise sequences for walls, floors, and ceilings for efficient project delivery.
Integrating Finishes
Apply selected finishes to your ongoing project, ensuring cohesion and balance.

What You’ll Do

Select & Specify Finishes
Choose and document walls, floor, ceiling, and decorative finishes for each room.
Source Materials
Gather images, supplier information, and specifications for each selected finish.
Create Finish Schedules
Develop organised schedules showing finishes by room, type, and application sequence.
Apply To Project
Integrate your selected finishes into your overall design concept for the renovation.

Units Covered

This module integrates practical skills from the following accredited unit:

MSFID4018 – Research and Recommend Hard Materials and Finishes for Interiors: You’ll learn how to research, select, and recommend appropriate hard materials and finishes for interior spaces, considering durability, aesthetics, functionality, and client requirements. This includes understanding how materials interact with colour, lighting, and spatial design to create cohesive and professional interiors.

This unit is delivered through a combination of research, practical exercises, and design challenges, helping you develop professional skills in specifying materials and finishes for real-world interior design projects.

Module Topics

In Module 7, we will cover the following topics and beyond:

Wall Finishes
Walls
Coatings
Veneers
Cladding
Mirrors
Wainscoting
Flooring Materials
Hard Flooring Surfaces
Natural Stone Products
Manmade Products
Soft Flooring Surfaces
Carpet Construction
Ceilings
Decorative Details
Plaster Details
Windows And Glass
Door Hardware

Kitchen, Bathroom And Laundry Finishes
Benchtops
Natural Stone Options
Solid Surfaces
Composite Stone
Wood Products
Splashbacks And Walls
Cabinets
Acoustics
Upholstered Panels
Environmentally Sustainable Design
Choosing Sustainable Materials
Enhance Indoor Environmental Quality
Minimising Waste
Specifications
Tips For Creating A Successful Design
Specifications For A Design Project
Lighting Schedule

Module Outcomes

By completing Module 7, you will:

Be confident specifying walls, floors, ceilings, and decorative finishes.
Understand how finishes affect style, mood, and functionality.
Create professional finish schedules for interior projects.
Integrate finishes seamlessly into renovation and design projects.
Gain practical skills in sourcing, specifying, and planning materials.

Guidance Every Step of the Way

Our expert tutors will support you throughout Module 7. They provide guidance on selecting finishes, planning sequences, and creating professional schedules. You’ll receive practical advice on material selection, durability, and style, ensuring your interior spaces are functional, cohesive, and visually striking.