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Stunning Sutton Bonington property restored with Schlüter solutions

Tucked away in Sutton Bonington in Nottinghamshire sits a beautiful Grade II-listed home which was carefully brought back to life with a stunning renovation. Andrew Hindes Interiors was tasked with renovating two small rooms and turning them into one large bathroom. Preserving the history of the building was a key aspect of this renovation which came with several challenges due to its age.

Working with Schlüter-Systems products for over three years, Andrew and his team knew just what they needed when selecting a reliable solution to protect their client’s bathroom. The existing plumbing and pipework were removed and replaced with new pipework. New electrics and plastering were followed by the installation of a selection of Schlüter-Systems products, all with the aim of maximising the lifespan of the new room.

Starting in the shower area, the Schlüter-KERDI-TS complete set was adhered to the shower tray to create a sound waterproof connection between the tray, made of stone resin and the adjoining wall. This solution was particularly important as the two different components could potentially create a weak spot which would allow water ingress.

Further products from the Schlüter-KERDI waterproofing range were used, including the KERDI-200 membrane, Schlüter-KERDI-KEBA sealing band and Schlüter-KERDI-COLL sealing adhesive, supporting the overall protection of the bathroom.

For functional and aesthetic purposes, a prefabricated Schlüter-KERDI-BOARD-N niche was installed. This was perfect for the client as they needed storage that was convenient whilst remaining stylish. In terms of installation, it was far from challenging as it was easily integrated into the Schlüter-KERDI waterproofing system as a bonded waterproofing assembly.

 

 

Schlüter-DITRA-HEAT-DUO Peel & Stick was the answer when deciding what underfloor heating to install. Andrew commented on how using this product reduced installation time; installing in just one hour compared to the typical installation time of up to a day. Not only does DITRA-HEAT-DUO-PS offer advantages of a quick heat-up response and sound insulation, its peel and stick technology means time and material is saved when installing. Another stand-out benefit of using DITRA-HEAT is the minimal height build-up of the membrane and cables, which is approximately 7.6mm. Ensuring build up is kept to a minimum is important when it comes to a renovation project, particularly when dealing with the sensitive restoration of a property like this one. Once the room was waterproofed, 120 x 60 mm stone-effect porcelain tiles were fitted on the shower wall and behind the wash basin, with 120 x 20 mm wood-effect porcelain tiles on the floor.

 

 

When Andrew and his team began the work, they quickly realised the main challenges were down to the age of the property, with typically unlevel walls and dated plumbing and electrics. Ensuring this bathroom has a long lifespan and could meet the homeowners’ needs was important to Andrew and his team, and they remarked how nothing was too much trouble for Schlüter’s Area Sales Consultant, Stuart Gillson who was brilliant in offering support throughout the project. Andrew also received additional support from the technical team at Schlüter-Systems to help deal with some of the intricacies of the project.

It was clear that preserving the building’s history through the installation of new system solutions, whilst creating a modern touch within this new bathroom, was a key focus for the homeowners in making this their long-term dream home.

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Schlüter-Systems at HIX, London

Raffles London at the OWO

Schlüter-Systems to showcase hospitality range at HIX, London

 

(Stand 64C London Business Design Centre – 16-17 November 2023)

 

 

Schlüter-Systems, market leaders of high-quality system solutions for tile and stone applications, will be exhibiting at this year’s HIX show on 16 & 17 November.

 

With an extensive portfolio including underfloor heating, tile trims, shower profiles, shelves and waterproofing systems, all backed up by industry-leading service, expert advice and a collaborative approach to finding clients the right solution for every application, it’s not surprising Schlüter-Systems’ products and services have been specified in many luxury hotels, including the newly opened Raffles London at the OWO.

 

Visitors to the Schlüter-Systems stand can discover the endless design possibilities of Schlüter-LIPROTEC illuminated profiles for ceramic or natural stone coverings. Also on show will be Schlüter-KERDI-BOARD-W, a fully customisable, prefabricated washbasin. Lightweight and easy to handle, KERDI-BOARD-W is immediately ready to tile, saving time and costly mistakes. These are just a couple of the many solutions on offer at the stand that will help make hospitality bathrooms and spas not only look amazing but will ensure they are reliably waterproofed for years to come.

 

For further information, call 01530 813396 or visit Schlüter-Systems’ website www.schluter.co.uk

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Battersea Bathrooms insists on Schlüter-Systems for luxury wet rooms 

 

Mack Galus of Battersea Bathrooms discusses why he insists on installing Schlüter-Systems in his luxury bathrooms and wet rooms.

 

How long have you been using Schlüter products?

I have been using Schlüter products ever since I formed my own plumbing business in London more than 15 years ago. At the start of my career, when I worked as a specialist plumber in high-end luxury properties in Knightsbridge and Kensington, I was one of a few people who knew about Schlüter products.

I started using Schlüter-DITRA uncoupling mat as I was impressed with the quality of the products and started to use the underfloor heating.  Schlüter products are so much better than competitors’.

 

How did you first hear about the products?

I was introduced to the product by a friend who had an amazing stone and tile installation company. I worked with him on his projects in multi-million-pound properties; the ones with swimming pools and helicopter pads! His clients were extremely demanding so he needed to make sure that there were no issues with his bathrooms otherwise his reputation would be ruined. I wanted to bring that luxury look and performance to ordinary people, but it was hard trying to convince people to pay more to future-proof their bathrooms.

 

Have you attended a Schlüter training course?

Yes, I am a certified Schlüter wet room installer.

 

Have you needed to seek the advice of a Schlüter professional when tackling an installation problem?

Michael, my area sales representative, is always answering my questions and the rest of the team is always happy to help if I call.

As I’ve been installing Schlüter products for a long time, I generally don’t need too much help.  I do, however, like to comply with Schlüter’s regulations.  For example, the DITRA HEAT underfloor heating needs to be installed very accurately. All the heating cables need to be six cm away from the walls, separate heating cables need to be installed in the wall to the floor and the cabling needs to be in a protected channel. With all my experience, I still call occasionally for their advice as I want to make sure I’m doing it perfectly for my clients.

As Schlüter-Systems is always developing new products, I keep in contact to give them practical feedback on how I find them.

 

What project are you currently working on where Schlüter’s products have been used and where is it located?

Currently, we are working on three wetrooms in Soho, where the client has experienced water leaks from their previous contractor and asked us for help. I get a lot of clients who have come to me because they have experienced tiles falling off or leaks after a refurbishment.  Homeowners who have been let down in this way really welcome the five-year warranty I give.  We are also starting a large project of five wet rooms in Kings Cross in a luxury multi-million-pound development.

 

Which particular products are you using?

I use various Schlüter-Systems products in these projects, including KERDI-BOARD, DITRA-HEAT and KERDI-KEBA, as well as the full range of profiles and drains such as KERDI-LINE-G3.

 

What do you like about the product(s)?

They are definitely the best in the market and are consistently reliable. I particularly like the way you can build any shape in the bathrooms and wet rooms with KERDI-BOARD.  I’ve used the product to build waterproof benches, shower shelves, partition walls, basin units and steps.

 

What were the benefits of using Schlüter over other materials?

The warranty that Schlüter-Systems provides, the quality of products, and the creative possibilities.

 

Where has the product been used and what for?

We use Schlüter materials in every single wetroom and bathroom we do. We strip the bathrooms down completely to lay a waterproof foundation on the brick walls. We use them on plywood or simply on plasterboards. I really like the profiles that provide a great contrast to the tiles and protect their corners from damage.

 

Did you find the material easy to work with?  Were there any challenges?

Schlüter-Systems’ products are very easy to use. There are always clear instructions attached, and pictures. There is a YouTube channel where you can see and easily understand how to install the products.

 

Where do you purchase Schlüter products?

I purchase my products in Boyden Tiles as they have known me for 15 years and they give my clients preferential rates and priority delivery – usually next day no matter what quantity or product I order.

 

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Animal magic

The Cotswold Wildlife Park & Gardens near Burford, Oxfordshire, has over 260 different species of animals and is the largest privately owned zoological collection in the UK and recently voted the 4th best zoo in the UK.

The Park’s recently refurbished Oak Tree Restaurant features Kemmlit’s Bambino cubicles for the children’s toilet area and their Cronus cubicles for the adult toilet facilities – specified by consultants Piers Sturridge and installed by the on-site maintenance team.

Bambino is a range of cubicles designed to keep children safe, comfortable and put a smile on their face.

Available in a range of colours, designs and accessories, Bambino cubicles are virtually indestructible featuring either 30 mm high density melamine panels or 13 mm solid grade laminate panels.

Safety is paramount to Kemmlit, which is reflected in Bambino’s edgeless door handles, integrated doorstop buffers, and outward opening doors with rounded edges.

Even the hinges have a rounded aluminium safety profile to eliminate the gap between wall panel and door to avoid hands being trapped.

The Cronus cubicle system is versatile and flexible and can be used for either dry or wet areas. The panels are made from 13mm solid grade laminate with a special overlay to protect them against abrasion, wear and scratches.

Bambino and Cronus are available in a range of colours and finishes that can be configured as a single or multiple cubicle system and can be installed into virtually any room configuration.

For more information please visit www.kemmlituk.com.
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