Bathroom & Kitchen Renovation

Every renovation project is unique. Our team plans and delivers according to your requirements to create beautiful, functional spaces tailored to your vision.

Bathroom Renovations

Your bathroom is a space where you refresh your body and mind. Whether you require a purely functional setup or a luxurious area for relaxation, our team is here to assist with all the fixtures and fittings you need:

Bathtubs
Basins
Showers
Vanity units
Taps/mixers
Toilets, bidets, and urinals
Low-flow (water-saving) fixtures
Extractor fans

Important Considerations for Bathroom Renovations

Shower Trap, Floor, and Head Selection

Shower trap: This drain fitting is essential for preventing sewer smells. Choose a square metal frame trap over a cheaper plastic one for greater durability, improved waterproofing, and neater tiling.

Shower floor: Ensure proper structural preparation, waterproofing, and sloping to prevent stagnant water and leaks.

Shower head: Select based on water pressure and user needs while considering height, the shower arm's length, the position of taps and the waste trap, and the shower dimensions. Options include single or multiple, fixed or adjustable, single-spray or multi-spray, and rain shower.

Bathroom Taps

Tap types: Choose taps suited to each area (e.g., basin taps vs. shower taps).

Mixer vs. individual taps: Space-saving mixer taps use a single lever for convenient temperature control. They work best with balanced water pressure and have cartridges which require periodic maintenance or replacement. Individual taps require manual temperature mixing and are ideal in low-pressure water systems.

Water points: Keep in mind that alterations may be required to connect new taps.

Toilet Types and Flushing Systems

Types: Choose between semi-closed coupled (a separate cistern connects to the pan with a flush pipe), closed coupled (the cistern compactly joins the toilet without a flush pipe), and wall-hung toilets (the cistern tank is built into the wall and buttons facilitate flushing). Each type offers unique benefits in terms of design, space-saving, and accessibility for cleaning and repairs.

Flushing systems: Options include cistern-based (with visible water tanks behind or above the toilet), recessed (concealed tanks built into the wall for a cleaner look), dual-flush (offering small and large flush options to save water), and on-demand systems (connected directly to high-pressure water supply lines, releasing a measured flush with the push of a button). Each system provides different advantages in design, water efficiency, installation, and maintenance.

Planning Your Bathroom Renovation

A successful renovation requires careful planning. Here are a few key points:

Layout & Infrastructure

Consider current drainage, water, and electrical points to minimise alterations.

Pipe Condition

Replace old copper water and waste pipes with non-metallic ones that can withstand corrosion and high metal content in the water to reduce leakage risks.

Quality of Fixtures

Choose SANS/SABS-approved products for durability and local support.

Budgeting

Keep in mind that items like sanitary ware, tiles, glass, mirrors, cupboards, lighting, and vanities can increase costs. Alterations to plumbing infrastructure might be necessary to accommodate new fixtures, which entails demolishing, rebuilding, waterproofing, plastering, skimming, and tiling costs.

Ready to renovate? Or confused about all your options? Our experts at Monster Plumbing will help you with everything from planning to finishing touches.

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Kitchen Renovation

Your kitchen is the heart of your home—a place for food, comfort, and gathering. From practical cooking spaces to social kitchens, our team handles all the fixtures and fittings you may require:

Sinks
Prep bowls
Taps/mixers
Connections for dishwashers and washing machines
Water filters
Wash troughs
Water supplies for fridges

Important Considerations for Kitchen Renovations

Kitchen Sinks and Prep Bowls

Material and style: Consider factors like durability, sink size (single or double and shape), and installation type (drop-in, under-mount, farmhouse, etc.).

Plumbing adjustments: Ensure the sink measurements align with plumbing and cupboard configurations.

Kitchen Taps and Mixers

Mixer taps: These space-saving taps are convenient for balancing hot and cold water and work best with balanced pressure. Their cartridges require maintenance or replacement from time to time.

Individual taps: These require manual temperature mixing and are ideal for low-pressure systems.

Water points: Keep in mind that alterations may be required to connect new taps.

Connecting Dishwashers and Washing Machines

Appliance dimensions and clearance space: Ensure adequate space for fitting appliances, including room around the sides and behind for connecting to water and waste points.

Planning Your Kitchen Renovation

As with bathrooms, successful kitchen renovations start with thoughtful planning:

Layout & Plumbing

Plan around existing water and waste points to avoid extensive alterations.

Material Selection

Opt for high-quality, locally supported brands for longevity and ease of maintenance.

Budgeting

Factor in additional costs for plumbing modifications, quality fixtures, and trimmings.