MK Refurbishment London Ltd completed this Bathroom Refurbishment Covent Garden, in the heart of Central London and within the City of Westminster.
The project was completed for a long-term client and involved a complete transformation of the existing bathroom. Rather than carrying out a simple replacement of sanitaryware, our team delivered a bespoke renovation involving demolition, plumbing alterations, electrical upgrades, custom joinery, a made-to-measure stone shower tray, plastering, floor preparation, porcelain wall tiling, Victorian-style floor tiles and full decorating.
One of the most distinctive elements was the removal of the existing bath and creation of a new shower area incorporating a bespoke stone shower tray manufactured in Spain.
The bathroom also included a custom-built mirrored wall unit, wall-hung sanitaryware and carefully coordinated electrical improvements.
The complete refurbishment was delivered in approximately two weeks by our multi-trade team.
Complete Bathroom Refurbishment Covent Garden
The existing bathroom required more than cosmetic improvement.
The client wanted to replace the bath with a more practical shower area while giving the room a cleaner and more contemporary appearance.
Our Bathroom Refurbishment Covent Garden therefore started with a complete strip-out and careful protection of the surrounding property.
Once the existing fittings and finishes had been removed, we could assess the walls, floor, plumbing and electrical installation before preparing the room for the new design.
The project included:
- protection and controlled demolition,
- removal of the existing bath,
- creation of a new shower area,
- plumbing alterations,
- new basin and shower connections,
- bespoke bathroom joinery,
- custom mirrored wall unit,
- bespoke stone shower tray,
- plastering and wall preparation,
- floor levelling,
- electrical upgrades,
- new consumer unit with RCD protection,
- downlights,
- extractor fan,
- electric wall radiator,
- shaver socket,
- porcelain wall tiling,
- Victorian-style ceramic floor tiles,
- wall-hung toilet and basin,
- grouting and silicone sealing,
- complete decorating,
- painted woodwork.
Converting the Bath into a Bespoke Shower
A major part of this Covent Garden bathroom refurbishment was replacing the traditional bath with a dedicated shower area.
Changing from a bath to a shower is not simply a matter of removing one fitting and installing another.
The drainage, water supplies, floor construction, waterproofing, shower controls and surrounding finishes all have to work with the new design.
For this project, plumbing was altered to provide new connections for the shower and basin before the final wall and floor finishes were installed.
Completing the first-fix plumbing early allowed the shower area to be constructed around the new layout rather than attempting to adapt the finished bathroom later.
Bespoke Stone Shower Tray Made in Spain
One of the key features of this project was the bespoke stone shower tray manufactured specifically for the bathroom.
The tray was produced in Spain and then cut and installed to suit the available shower space.
This created a more individual solution than using a standard off-the-shelf shower tray.
Bespoke products require accurate measurements and careful coordination.
The dimensions of the shower area, drainage position, surrounding tiles and finished floor levels all need to be considered before installation.
Our team installed the tray as part of the complete shower construction, coordinating it with the plumbing and surrounding finishes.
The result became one of the defining features of this Central London bathroom.
Custom Mirrored Bathroom Wall Unit
The project also included bespoke joinery.
A custom wall unit was manufactured and installed with two mirrors and push-to-open catches.
In compact Central London bathrooms, storage needs to be considered carefully.
Standard bathroom furniture does not always make efficient use of the available wall area, particularly where the proportions of the room or existing services restrict conventional cabinet sizes.
Bespoke joinery allowed the storage unit to be designed around the actual bathroom rather than forcing the bathroom to accommodate a standard product.
The mirrored fronts also served a second purpose by visually increasing the sense of space and keeping the design clean and uncluttered.
Plumbing Alterations for the New Layout
The new bathroom arrangement required alterations to the existing plumbing.
New connections were prepared for the basin and shower, while the sanitaryware positions were coordinated with the available water and waste services.
Correct plumbing first-fix is essential in a complete bathroom installation in Covent Garden, especially where much of the pipework becomes concealed behind finished walls and tiles.
Where possible, the final sanitaryware positions should be confirmed before plastering and tiling begin.
This reduces unnecessary changes later and helps create cleaner junctions around the finished bathroom fittings.
Bathroom Electrical Upgrade and RCD Protection
Electrical work formed a significant part of this renovation.
The project included:
- new downlights,
- extractor fan installation,
- electric wall radiator,
- shaver socket,
- electrical alterations associated with the bathroom,
- new consumer unit with RCD protection.
Bathrooms require particular attention to electrical safety because electrical equipment is installed close to water and moisture.
The electrical works were therefore coordinated with the bathroom layout and completed as part of the overall refurbishment.
At the end of the project, an NICEIC electrical certificate was provided to the client.
This is an important distinction between a complete bathroom refurbishment and a purely decorative makeover: the services behind the finished room need to be treated with the same level of attention as the visible surfaces.
Bathroom Ventilation
An extractor fan was installed as part of the renovation.
Ventilation is particularly important in bathrooms because showers create significant amounts of moisture.
Effective extraction helps control humidity and condensation, protecting painted surfaces, joinery and surrounding construction.
The extractor position and electrical connection were planned before the final finishes were completed.
This allowed the ventilation to be integrated properly rather than fitted as an afterthought.
Wall Preparation and Plastering
Following the demolition and first-fix work, the walls were made good and plastered where required.
Accurate preparation is especially important when porcelain tiles are being installed.
Large or precise tile layouts make uneven walls easier to notice, and excessive adhesive should not be relied upon to correct unsuitable backgrounds.
Preparing the walls properly provides a more reliable surface for the tile installation and allows cleaner finishing around corners, sanitaryware and the shower area.
Levelling the Bathroom Floor
The bathroom floor required preparation before the final ceramic tiles could be installed.
A self-levelling compound was used to create a more suitable base.
Floor preparation is a critical stage because variations in the substrate can affect tile alignment and finished floor levels.
This becomes particularly important when the floor also needs to work with a bespoke shower tray and doorway transition.
By correcting the background before tiling, the final installation could be completed from a more controlled surface.
Porcelain Wall Tiling
Porcelain tiles were installed on the bathroom walls.
Professional tiling starts with setting-out.
The tile arrangement needs to consider:
- shower tray dimensions,
- basin position,
- wall-hung toilet,
- corners,
- mirrors and cabinetry,
- electrical fittings,
- visible tile cuts.
The objective is to create balanced lines and avoid unnecessarily narrow cuts in prominent areas.
Because this bathroom combined bespoke products with fixed sanitaryware positions, coordinating the tile layout with the rest of the installation was particularly important.
Victorian-Style Floor Tiles
The floor was finished with Victorian-style ceramic tiles.
This created an interesting contrast with the cleaner contemporary elements of the bathroom, including the bespoke stone shower tray, wall-hung sanitaryware and mirrored cabinet.
Using traditional-inspired floor tiles in a modern bathroom can add character without making the overall design feel overly traditional.
For a property in Westminster and Covent Garden, this combination also works well with the architectural character associated with many Central London buildings.
Wall-Hung Toilet and Basin Installation
A wall-hung toilet and basin were installed as part of the final bathroom fitting.
Wall-hung sanitaryware can help create a cleaner visual line because more of the floor remains visible.
This is particularly useful in compact bathrooms where reducing visual clutter can make the room feel more open.
However, wall-hung fittings require accurate preparation because their support systems and service connections need to be positioned before the finished wall surfaces are completed.
The final fitting was therefore coordinated with the plumbing, wall preparation and tiling stages.
Grouting, Silicone and Final Decoration
After the tiling and sanitaryware installation, the bathroom moved into the final finishing stage.
Grout and sanitary silicone were applied carefully around the relevant tiled areas, sanitaryware and junctions.
Although these are relatively small details, they have a significant effect on the final appearance.
The decorating work included walls, ceilings and painted woodwork, allowing the bathroom to be delivered as a completely finished space rather than simply a fitted bathroom suite.
A Two-Week Multi-Trade Bathroom Transformation
This project was completed in approximately two weeks.
Achieving that programme required coordination between several trades, including:
- bathroom fitters,
- plumbers,
- electricians,
- plasterers,
- tilers,
- carpenters,
- decorators.
The sequence of these trades matters.
Plumbing and electrical first-fix work must happen before final surfaces are closed. Bespoke components need to be measured and coordinated with surrounding construction. Floor and wall preparation needs to happen before tiling, while final sanitaryware and decoration follow later.
Managing the complete project through one refurbishment contractor helped maintain control over these interfaces.
Bathroom Refurbishment in Westminster and Central London
This project demonstrates the type of bespoke bathroom work MK Refurbishment London Ltd can undertake in Central London properties.
Bathrooms in Covent Garden and Westminster often require solutions tailored to existing room dimensions, services and architectural constraints.
Where standard products do not provide the best result, bespoke joinery, custom-made shower components and carefully planned fitting can create a more appropriate solution.
For this project, combining custom elements with upgraded plumbing, certified electrics and detailed finishing produced a bathroom that was both practical and individual.
Planning a Bathroom Refurbishment in Covent Garden?
If you are considering bathroom refurbishment in Covent Garden WC2E, MK Refurbishment London Ltd can manage the complete process from demolition and preparation through to plumbing, electrics, bespoke joinery, tiling, sanitaryware installation and decoration.
Whether the project involves a straightforward bathroom renovation or a more bespoke design requiring custom-made components, our team can assess the existing space and develop an appropriate scope of work.
Frequently Asked Questions
Do you provide complete bathroom refurbishment in Covent Garden?
Yes. We can coordinate demolition, plumbing, electrical work, plastering, floor preparation, tiling, sanitaryware installation, bespoke joinery and decorating as part of one bathroom refurbishment.
Can you install bespoke bathroom furniture and shower trays?
Yes. This project included both a custom mirrored wall unit and a bespoke stone shower tray manufactured specifically for the bathroom.
Can bathroom electrical work be certified?
Electrical work requiring certification should be completed and tested by an appropriately registered contractor. On this Covent Garden project, an NICEIC certificate was provided following completion of the electrical works.
