Why It’s Best To Leave The Task Of Installing A New Bathroom To A Professional Bathroom Fitter

When selling a house, the bathroom is the second key room which potential buyers will look for, following the kitchen.  A well designed bathroom which has been fitted to a high standard will often push a buyer to make an offer on the property, so when fitting a new bathroom it’s really important to get it just right.  Although many people will be tempted to have a go at fitting their own bathroom in order to keep costs down, it really is a much more sensible option to use the services of a professional bathroom fitter to ensure the job is carried out properly.

Most bathroom fitters will either have a plumbing or a tiling background, so when gaining quotes from potential fitters try and find out more about their qualifications and experience.  Although a plumber may be able to fit the toilet, sink and shower, they may struggle with other tasks such as light fittings, tiling, painting and decorating.  Instead, they may contract this out to a professional from that field, which although it will give a better result, may mean that project bathroom will take a little longer.

The bathroom fitter should help you to design your new bathroom to make the most efficient use of space and light.  They can offer practical help and advice regarding whether the waste pipe can be moved and whether an electric shower would be more powerful than a power shower, as this is dependent upon water pressure.

It’s a good idea to ask the bathroom installer to project manage the fit of the bathroom, particularly if outside contractors are going to be working on tasks such as the electrics or plastering.  This way, the bathroom installer can work out who needs to come in on what day so that everything runs smoothly.  After all, there’s no point in asking the decorator to come in and emulsion the walls if the plasterer has not yet finished!

Fitting a bathroom which has been well designed to make the best use of space and has been fitted to a high standard can increase the value of a home.

If you are trying to locate a reputable bathroom fitter or if you would like to find out more about the role of a bathroom installer then feel free to visit the Maintainabuild website.

Freshen Up Your Shop With An Interior Fit Out

The way a shop interior is laid out and presented is vital to a customer’s first impression.  Shops which have been around for a number of years may start to look a little tired and shabby, and if their branding has changed then it makes good sense to carry out an updated interior fit out.  It is inevitable that flooring will become worn out and walls will become marked, and so a ‘freshen up’ can make the world of difference.

Before starting the interior fit out, it makes sense to draw up a floor plan which will outline the space available for the stock.  It may be that existing walls can be knocked down in order to open up space, or in the case of retail clothing outlets, partition walls may be put up so as to create spacious changing rooms.  It really pays to make the best use of space in order to allow customers to browse easily without tripping over stock which may be stored on the floor and to create the feeling of a light and airy shopping environment.

When carrying out an interior fit out London, most business owners will need the project to be carried out in the shortest time possible so as to reduce the amount of business down time.  However, the builders must be aware not to skimp on quality or craftsmanship, as this will be visible once the fit out is complete.

Of course, commercial interior fit outs are not just limited to retail stores.  Commercial kitchens in restaurants and hotels will also need to be renovated after a number of years as they may need larger ovens or freezers, or more modern kitchen equipment may need to be installed.  Kitchen hygiene standards have to be rigorously high and it is often easier to keep modern appliances clean than old, shabby ovens and cupboards.

When working with a London based interior fit out firm, it can be easier to deal directly with a single point of contact.  The Project Manager should oversee all aspects of the project, including liaising with the building contractors, to make sure the project is completed on time and within budget.

Here at Maintainabuild our team have vast experience in completing a range of interior fit out projects in London and beyond.