Bathroom installation in Old Windsor.
Bathroom installed in Old Windsor
Trendy herringbone tiling in the shower with gold fittings..
This bathroom project began when the client noticed a leak appearing on the kitchen ceiling below. After investigating, we found the issue was coming from an existing wet room that had unfortunately failed over time, causing damage and rot to the timber subfloor beneath.
To resolve the problem properly, we removed the existing wet room and replaced it with a low-profile stone shower tray, providing a more reliable and long-lasting solution. As part of the bathroom installation in Staines-upon-Thames, we also built a recessed niche into the wall, adding both practicality and a modern finish to the space.
The work was carried out during lockdown, and we followed all government guidelines to ensure safe working conditions while continuing to deliver a high standard of workmanship.
A key feature of this installation was the herringbone wall tiling. This style takes significantly longer to install compared to standard brick-bond tiling, as the setting out process is far more precise. Getting the layout correct is essential to achieve a clean and balanced finish.
Before tiling, we ensured all walls were as level and plumb as possible. The centre line for herringbone tiling is not based on the tile edge but where the diagonal lines intersect. From there, we marked a 45-degree line from the corner of a tile, measured across to the opposite corner, and used this to calculate and offset the true centre line.
We then measured the wall height, set out the tile pattern accordingly, and determined the position of the final cuts. A level batten was fixed to guide the first row, and a laser line was used to maintain accuracy along the centre line.
Once tiling began, it was essential to regularly check alignment using a square, ensuring the pattern remained consistent throughout. Careful checking every few rows helped maintain a precise and professional finish across the entire wall.
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My client in Old Windsor opted for mosaic hexagon tiles to fill the gap where the leaking wet-room started and I think it works well We also repainted to bathroom, tiled the bath panel and bath splashbacks. We also done some plastering and painting in another room as part of the project. Once completed we removed all floor protection, hoovered and cleaned up and made our working area spotless. We then got our licensed waste disposal team in to dispose of all building waste and materials. Another extremely happy customer :)
