Bathroom Fitting London — Complete Bathroom Installation Service

Bathroom Fitting in London — From Complete Strip Out to New Shower Enclosure

A bathroom that needs replacing is a significant project and getting it right matters. Your local bathroom specialist from 247 Plumber London manages the whole process, from the initial strip out through to the final seal and finishing. We work across all types of London property, from compact en suites in converted flats to large family bathrooms in Victorian terraces.

What Goes Into a Bathroom Refit

Strip Out

The strip out is where most bathroom projects reveal what they are actually dealing with. In London’s older housing stock, ripping out a bathroom that has not been touched in twenty years often uncovers original floor structures, lead waste pipes that need replacing, walls that are damp behind the old tiles from years of inadequate sealing, and plumbing that was done to a standard that would not pass inspection today.

We photograph everything during strip out so you can see exactly what was found and understand any additional work that is needed. Nothing is hidden. If there is damp, we show you. If the floor needs reinforcing before the new shower tray goes in, we explain why. You are in control of the decisions throughout.

Shower Enclosures and Wet Rooms

A shower enclosure in an existing space needs to be planned carefully in terms of drainage position, floor waterproofing, and structural support for the tray. In older London properties where the floor is suspended timber rather than solid concrete, the area under the shower needs reinforcing to support the weight of a stone or acrylic tray and to prevent flex that would crack the seals over time.

A wet room takes more preparation than a standard shower enclosure but creates a bathroom that is easier to clean, more accessible and looks more contemporary. The floor needs tanking, meaning a waterproof layer applied to the floor and up the walls before any tiles go on. The drainage position needs planning so the floor falls correctly toward it. Done properly, a wet room will last twenty years without a leak. Done badly, you will have damp issues within two years.

Bath Installation

Getting a bath in and out of a London flat or a Victorian terrace is often more of a challenge than it sounds. Internal layout, narrow stairways, low ceilings and awkward turns all require planning before the delivery arrives. We will walk through the access route with you before we order to make sure the chosen bath can actually get in. We also deal with the waterproof panelling or tiling around the bath correctly so water cannot get behind it.

Toilet and Basin Fitting

A back to wall toilet with a concealed cistern in a furniture unit requires a chase in the wall behind and a properly secured frame. The cistern access panel needs to be reachable for servicing. The flush mechanism needs routing correctly so the actuator plate aligns with the cistern buttons. These are details that make the difference between a bathroom that works perfectly and one that needs a plumber back within a year.

Wall hung basins need to be fixed to the wall structure, not just to plaster. In London properties with solid masonry walls this is straightforward. In stud walls or plasterboard partitions, noggins need to be fitted at the correct height before the plasterboard goes on, or a dedicated basin support bracket needs fixing through to the structural layer.

Tiling

We offer full tiling as part of a bathroom installation. Preparing the substrate correctly is as important as the tiling itself. Walls that are not flat need skimming or boarding before tiles go on. Wet areas, around the bath and shower, need a waterproof board or tanking before tiles are fixed. The tile layout needs planning so cuts fall in the least obvious places and grout lines line up properly across the room. We do not cut corners on preparation because badly prepared surfaces mean tiles that fall off within a few years.

Bathroom Fitting Challenges in London Properties

London properties present specific challenges that a general bathroom fitter from outside the city may not be prepared for. Victorian and Edwardian houses have original lead waste pipes that need replacing. The existing floor structure may need reinforcing for heavier sanitaryware. In basement flats, drainage needs a macerator or a pump system if the drainage point is above the floor level. In top floor conversions, the existing soil stack may be at the wrong end of the property for the bathroom layout you want.

Flats in purpose built blocks have even more specific requirements. Any penetration through a floor slab needs approval from the building management and the works need to comply with the lease. Noise transmission through concrete floors means certain types of waste pipe routing need acoustic insulation. We deal with all of these issues regularly because we work exclusively in London and we know the building types.

Frequently Asked Questions

How long does a bathroom refit take in London?

A standard bathroom strip out and refit typically takes between five and eight working days depending on the scope of work. A wet room conversion or a bathroom with complex tiling may take up to two weeks. We give you a clear programme of work before we start so you know when each stage will be completed.

Do you supply the bathroom suite?

We can supply everything or we can fit items you have supplied yourself. If you have seen something specific you want, buy it and we will fit it. If you want us to supply, we can source quality sanitaryware at trade prices and pass the saving on to you. Either way works.

Can you fit a bathroom in a London flat?

Yes, and we do it regularly. Flat bathroom work has specific requirements around noise, drainage routing, and in some cases building management approval. We know these requirements and we deal with them as a standard part of the project rather than discovering them halfway through.