The Low Budget DIY Bathroom Refurb
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Hello mate, Thanks for asking!
I'm preparing a concluding post but just waiting on some bespoke oak shelving and a shower screen to be delivered.
There was a brief hiatus while I addressed the job situation but back on it now. I'm really happy with how it's all come together and look forward to sharing with you soon!
I'm preparing a concluding post but just waiting on some bespoke oak shelving and a shower screen to be delivered.
There was a brief hiatus while I addressed the job situation but back on it now. I'm really happy with how it's all come together and look forward to sharing with you soon!
Sure, a brilliant little company I've used throughout the house www.floating-shelves.com I have no affiliation but they really are a pleasure to deal with and the product is v high quality...
DoubleSix said:
Sure, a brilliant little company I've used throughout the house www.floating-shelves.com I have no affiliation but they really are a pleasure to deal with and the product is v high quality...
Thanks, I've heard of them but it's always hard to make out quality from the pics on their website.Yours are much better.
Thanks fellas!
Quick tally up of the costs to round out the thread:
£200 Plastering
£70 Plumber to fit pipes for towell rail
£500 Floor and wall tiles
£50 Tanking kit
£200 Miscellaneous tools and materials
£90 Tile saw
£365 Grohe taps and shower set
£200 Shower Screen
£150 Shelves
Total: £1825
I reckon that represents good value.
I learn't a huge amount as I went a long and the sense of satisfaction is immense, if you're a bit of a control freak like me it's also less stressful than handing your home over to a stranger to go at it.
Some tips for anyone else who wants to have a bash:
- Do it, it's really not that hard once you get started.
- Don't be afraid to ask for help, I asked some pretty novice questions on here but who cares really, now I know!
- Reuse what you can, the original bath and sink etc in mine were superior to the cheapo DIY shed stuff and once fitted with new chrome work and cleaned up they look the part.
- Don't scrimp on contact points; my father used to say "if you touch it (taps, handles, switches etc) spend a few quid", I reckon this is absolutely spot on, if you look at luxury car marques they also follow this rule.
- Take your time and don't settle for substandard finishes, start over if it ain't right.
- Keep it simple.
- Preparation is paramount; it's so true, having the walls plastered was well worth it in this respect. Measure twice, cut once etc. Also, VERY important where floor prep is concerned so no shortcuts.
- Have a 'vision' of what you are looking to achieve at the outset.
Massive appreciation and thanks to the PHers that helped me out with tips and advice, it really was invaluable. Special mention to Bomma220 who even took a couple of phone calls from me when I got a bit stuck with the plumbing, a proper gent!
Next the ensuite! (well maybe not straight away...)
Quick tally up of the costs to round out the thread:
£200 Plastering
£70 Plumber to fit pipes for towell rail
£500 Floor and wall tiles
£50 Tanking kit
£200 Miscellaneous tools and materials
£90 Tile saw
£365 Grohe taps and shower set
£200 Shower Screen
£150 Shelves
Total: £1825
I reckon that represents good value.
I learn't a huge amount as I went a long and the sense of satisfaction is immense, if you're a bit of a control freak like me it's also less stressful than handing your home over to a stranger to go at it.
Some tips for anyone else who wants to have a bash:
- Do it, it's really not that hard once you get started.
- Don't be afraid to ask for help, I asked some pretty novice questions on here but who cares really, now I know!
- Reuse what you can, the original bath and sink etc in mine were superior to the cheapo DIY shed stuff and once fitted with new chrome work and cleaned up they look the part.
- Don't scrimp on contact points; my father used to say "if you touch it (taps, handles, switches etc) spend a few quid", I reckon this is absolutely spot on, if you look at luxury car marques they also follow this rule.
- Take your time and don't settle for substandard finishes, start over if it ain't right.
- Keep it simple.
- Preparation is paramount; it's so true, having the walls plastered was well worth it in this respect. Measure twice, cut once etc. Also, VERY important where floor prep is concerned so no shortcuts.
- Have a 'vision' of what you are looking to achieve at the outset.
Massive appreciation and thanks to the PHers that helped me out with tips and advice, it really was invaluable. Special mention to Bomma220 who even took a couple of phone calls from me when I got a bit stuck with the plumbing, a proper gent!
Next the ensuite! (well maybe not straight away...)
Edited by DoubleSix on Wednesday 4th May 09:41
Edited by DoubleSix on Wednesday 4th May 09:54
richatnort said:
cracking job double six. Sorry for coming in to the party late but at the start i saw you put plywood down but then did you say you used self levelling floor adhesive to get it level?
Top job though!
Plywood?! Not on my watch! Top job though!
6mm Cement backer boards went down, sealed and then the self-levelling compound prior to tile adhesive.
DoubleSix said:
richatnort said:
cracking job double six. Sorry for coming in to the party late but at the start i saw you put plywood down but then did you say you used self levelling floor adhesive to get it level?
Top job though!
Plywood?! Not on my watch! Top job though!
6mm Cement backer boards went down, sealed and then the self-levelling compound prior to tile adhesive.
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