Begin with the substrate condition and a list of items to retain. Before dusty work, plan protection, storage and waste removal. Separate preparation, building services and finishes in estimates so quotations cover comparable work. Record changes discovered after opening up construction before proceeding.
In a bathroom, tiles and grout do not replace waterproofing. Check substrate preparation, system components and drying time against the selected manufacturer’s instructions. Photograph concealed details before covering them. At handover, review appearance, opening clearances, maintenance access and outstanding items.
