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Posted in Handyman Services on May 24
Surprisingly enough, removing and replacing a bath is technically quite straightforward provided there are no added complications. If things go well for you, then you may not even  need to Find a Bath Fitter to do the work for you. Make sure you know what you are about though, because water does have a habit of flowing downstairs and ruining floors and carpets.
o Remove the inspection panel in front of the bath. If it un-clips then good luck to you. If it is made of brick you could well be faced with a lengthy and messy job. Once again think smart – is this the job for you?
o Obtain a replacement bath (and fittings) that exactly replicates the old one in terms of all dimensions. Your old bath is attached to the fabric of the house in three ways, namely on stands, with pipes and drains, and along the back and sides with grout and sealer. Work carefully in all three instances, and avoid problems down the line.
o Isolate the hot and cold water supply before you start, fitting in-line taps if necessary. Disconnect the pipes from the taps, or cut them off if they are inaccessible as they usually are.  My mate who specialises in Bath Fitting in London always says leave as much pipe over as you possibly can because you never know what can happen next. While you are at it, remove the drains too.
o If you wish to leave the tiles intact then clear the grout and silicone away with a sharp metal scriber until you have a clear gap. You will need at least a quarter-inch of clear space when you loosen out the bath, so remove a row of tiles if necessary instead of cracking them.
o Obtain a length of chain, pass it through the drain hole and hold it in position with a bolt. Have an assistant hold this steady while you pull gently upwards on the taps. With a little effort the bath should come loose and you can remove it carefully from the room. Clean up the mess and have a cup of tea because you surely do deserve it.
That was not all that hard, was it? With a little more experience some people might even imagine your spouse got Bath Fitting Quotes on Mr-Skill. Perhaps she should still though?
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Posted in Handyman Services on May 24
If you are skilled at plumbing then the balance of the job is relatively simple now you have the old bath out, and you ought not necessarily need to Find a Bath Fitter.  Work gently and carefully as you go along. The last thing you need is a complaining partner and a deep scratch in your new pride and joy.
o Unpack the bath and inspect it carefully for any damage. Unwrap the fittings too, and familiarise yourself with their components and instructions.
o Assemble the bath before installing it. Begin by fitting the drain and overflow first. Attach the flexible piping to these making sure that everything is nice and watertight. A tip I leaned from Bath Fitting London Specialists is to use a bead of putty too, because no bath surface available today is ever completely true.
o  Next, install the taps and their flexible couplings. Use plenty of plumbers tape because it no easy job to re-tighten nuts here later. All done? Just give everything an extra tweak after the threads have settled down.
o Put the bath supports in place and have an assistant help you to position the new bath. After you have connected the drains and water pipes it is time to finally level up. Fill the bath with water to let it settle before you double check. Then drain it and make the last adjustments.
All that’s left over now before indulging in your first bath is to tidy up and seal the tiles, and clip the new front panel on. Sounds easy? It does in principle, although in practice things are often not the same. No warranties from Mr-Skill this time either. Our recommendation remains – get competitive Bath Fitting Quotes from us and you could be paying less that you expect for a job completed quickly, and guaranteed too. Doesn’t that sound like a much better idea?
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Posted in Kitchen Fitting on May 09
In our busy sometimes hectic life we get used to things too easily. Like the petrol gauge dropping lower and the cookie jar  getting empty. Too soon we find that the lawn has become unkempt, and that the windows need cleaning too.
Pretty much the same applies to plumbing fittings in the bathroom (and in the kitchen too). Scale, which is a limestone deposit in the water builds up over time and can conceivably end up blocking pipers. It also builds up in our kettles and could cause a boiler element to overheat.
But that is not all. As scale builds up it covers the body residues we leave behind in baths and showers, and could cause a lung infection when it chips away and we inhale the myobacterium avium dust it hides. Do not panic, and do not use antibacterial sprays that kill the good bacteria that are our friends. Solve the problem in a natural way instead – that way you are unlikely to need Bathroom Fitter Quotes either.
o  Remove the tap heads and shower rose
o Fill an old pan with water and half a cup of vinegar and bring it to the boil. Do not inhale the fumes.
o Soak the shower rose and tap heads in the liquid for twenty minutes
o Rinse the fittings under cold running water and replace them. Repeat the process if the scale is deep, and diarise to do the job every three months.
Unless your hands are stiff and sore you should be able to do this job yourself. If not, then Mr-Skill would be delighted to Find a Bath Fitter to help do this for you. Then you could enjoy your shower in perfect safety.
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Posted in Handyman Services on Apr 26
Bathroom accessories are sometimes rip-offs where cowboy tile shops make up their profits. The ones illustrated here are not like that at all. In fact, they are the kind you should  consider specifying when getting a Bath Fitting Quote. Here are some tips to avoid being caught by cheap swindles unlike these.
o Never buy bath fittings in a box that a shop assistant refuses to open, on the basis that nobody else would be prepared to buy them afterwards. Reputable suppliers provide consignment samples so customers can inspect them properly.
o In fact, never buy boxed sets at all, especially those on special offer. While they may display attractively, in reality they are likely to be tawdry and will include a few pieces you may never need.
o Find out what the underlying material consists of. Brass and copper are unnecessarily expensive, while alloy castings break easily. The ones made of artificial mouldings are far more practical.
o Particularly if you live near the coast, ask about the surface coating too. Look for a 3-year guarantee against flaking, chipping and rusting – if this is not provided, expect to replace your bathroom fittings after two years or more.
o A Bath Fitter London with experience may insist in being part of your final decision. While most of us are mesmerised by style, professionals also think about methods of attachment, and how well these work in practice.
Now that you know the background to bathroom accessories the next step is to buy and fit them. Are you afraid of cracking a precious wall tile? Speak to Mr-Skill and let them help you Find a Bathroom Fitter to make your life a little easier instead.
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Posted in Tiling & Flooring on Apr 14
What will the bathroom of this summer turn out to be? For what will Bath Fitters in London be quoting this time? Will it be for virginal white victorian bathtubs on four heavy legs  again? Oh, how yesterday-ish, the modern dreamers say. Today is about light, brightness and the illusion of space. Perhaps you do not agree. Perhaps I do not either. Nevertheless, let us at least listen to what they are trying to tell us. We might learn something too.
Perhaps one should rather Find a Bath Fitter to create a symphony of reflective mirrors, granite tops and white cabinetry. Across a broad mosaic floor, a shower could accommodate a pair of lovers easily. And everywhere bright, glorious light filtering naturally through the ceiling with a glimpse of plants through a window beyond?
Perhaps not. Perhaps a bathroom is a more serious place where we go to do our business. No time for lingering here. Just teutonic space efficiency – modern white fittings offset by sober dark wood cabinets.
 Maybe a bathroom is a lover’s tryst. An open wet room where no secrets hide. An extension to the bedroom where more exciting things await. Why hide your charms behind closed doors, some people say.
Personally, I think that a bathroom should be an extension of the outside environment. A private garden or a view across the Bay of Capri – such as the one designed by an architectural genius to the right. No matter how little I can afford, I should still like to be able to lie back in a bath and connect with nature.
I for one am going to Get Bathroom Fitter Quotes the instant that I win the Lotto. How about you? Will you be doing that too? In the meantime happy dreaming, for of such small things are the sweetest dreams made.
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Posted in General Building on Mar 14
 Are planning an uptick on your bathroom for 2011 – if so then you ought to bear in mind the following trends recently announced by the National Kitchen and Bath Association.
 o Quartz countertops are still in vogue and continuing to take expensive homes by storm across the globe. It seems that while granite is not yet quite passé, more lively quartz is catching up. And the reason – a far better range of colours and effects from which to choose. Bear this in mind when finalising a Bathroom Fitting Quote.
o The trend is firmly away from countertop sinks back to undermounts, most likely for entirely practical reasons and common sense. Satin-effect taps and other bathroom fittings are continuing to dominate the markets because of their soft-effect that matches modern bathroom luminescence.
o My lady friend who is influential among other Bath Fitting London Experts was almost lyrical when she discussed the move towards green colours generally. Although whites, off-whites and beige’s are still the most popular, almost 25% of orders she received so far this year are for shades of green.
So now you know the latest trends according to the National Kitchen and Bath Association you can go ahead and Find a Bathroom Fitter on Mr-Skill. I’m thinking of redoing my bathroom too – satin taps and shades of green sound virtually yummy.
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Posted in Tiling & Flooring on Feb 17
 Bathroom grout was originally introduced to close the gaps between ill-fitting tiles and prevent the water weakening the cement behind by causing continuous damp. These days it has a decorative function too, although it can also get pretty grotty over time. If the mould-spores have set in there’s little point in keeping on scrubbing. In fact it could just be time to call in a Bathroom Fitter London Residents recommend and put in a whole new bathroom.
Before you go to this extreme and get a Bath Fitter Quote it might just be possible to re-grout the tiles. Here’s how to go about doing what is admittedly a tedious job. You will need the following tools:
1. Grout Saw (hired from your local hardware store)
 2. Vacuum Cleaner (ask the boss first)
3. Small Wire Brush, Grout Spreader
4. Grout, Water & Sponge
Remove the Grout – Cut through the grout as close as possible to one side of a tile line using the grout saw and being careful to avoid chipping. As you repeat the process on the other side the tool will oscillate the grout loose and you can pick it up with the vacuum cleaner.
Tidy Up – Insert the wire brush into the space between the tiles and remove any grout left behind. Vacuum thoroughly and wash down carefully. Grout does not stick to dust so make sure you get this right.
Apply the Grout – Do this the following day to make sure that  things are completely dry. Apply the mixed grout with the grout spreader leaving as little material behind and smoothing the grout between the tiles with a suitably profiled piece of plastic. After the grout on the tiles has dried to a haze remove it with a dry sponge or cloth tidying up any untidy edges of grout with a moist finger (do not overwork your skin!). The next day polish up the tiles and apply a grout sealer if desired.
If you do all this carefully and with sufficient attention to detail you may be able to extend the life of your bathroom for another year. If the boss is unhappy with the result then I’m afraid you’ll have to Find a Bathroom Fitter. But at least you tried your best to save some money for a while.
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