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Cut & Fit Shower tray panel and cut door to fit new door bar

Anonymous user 23/02/2024 - 3.23 PM

I am in the process of renovating my en suite and unfortunately there are a couple of issues. The new shower tray is on a riser kit, and the supplied plastic panel does not fit in the gap between the tray and the floor due to the width of the hole being too narrow. To complicate matters further, on either side of the shower tray are Torus skirting boards, meaning each side needs to be cut to the shape of this pattern so there are no gaps. In respect of the door. Vinyl was fitted where tiles used to be and the new door bar fitted has meant the door does not close. Unfortunately it appears the floor is not even as one side of the door has a bigger gap than the over. It appears the door needs cutting by around 6mm to 1cm in order for it clear the door bar and shut. I would like a quote for both of these jobs please as I do not have the right tools to sort these tasks myself. Thanks in advance.

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Anonymous user

Hi Andy, You have posted this for advice which I will give shortly, but you'll have to post a job for any quotes. Just like a bathtub would be installed to the height of the side panel on a finished floor, the same would be done with a shower tray being installed with a riser kit to be adjusted for the plinth height. Any other way means it has been installed incorrectly and you'll have to custom make or modify these items. In regards to the skirting board problem. I'd advise cutting back the skirting for comfortable clearance for the plinth to be installed wall to wall under the tray. For ease of access and maintenance. It's never a good idea to have something like skirting so near a wet area as it's only a matter of time for it to swell from water ingress. Failing this, someone like myself will have tools to be able to scribe and cut the plinth to slot in between the skirting boards but that's not a straight forward process as you'll end up cutting 3 of the 4 sides and losing integral strength to stop it bending. Lastly and by far the easiest of your problems. The door can just be taken off its hinges and planed down to the correct height before putting it back on to the door frame.
Answered11 April 2019
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Anonymous user

It sounds like you've got a couple of intricate jobs on your hands with the shower tray panel and the door adjustment. Here's a rough quote for both tasks: 1. **Shower Tray Panel Fitting**: - **Task**: Cutting and fitting the shower tray panel to accommodate the Torus skirting boards and ensure a snug fit. - **Tools Needed**: Jigsaw or a handsaw for precision cuts, measuring tape, and possibly a sander for any minor adjustments. - **Time Estimate**: Depending on the complexity and accessibility, this could take around 1-2 hours. 2. **Door Adjustment**: - **Task**: Trimming the bottom of the door to clear the new door bar, considering the uneven floor. - **Tools Needed**: A circular saw or a hand plane for a precise cut, sandpaper for finishing. - **Time Estimate**: This job should take about 1 hour, depending on how uneven the floor is and the door material. **Total Estimated Time**: Around 2-3 hours. **Quote**: Given the detailed nature of these tasks and assuming a standard hourly rate for a handyman service in London, you're looking at approximately £100 to £150 for both jobs. This includes labor but excludes any additional materials that might be required. At Steep Handyman and Cleaning Services, we have the right tools and expertise to handle these tasks efficiently and with great care. We'd ensure a neat and professional finish for both your shower panel and door. Let us know if you'd like to go ahead with these services, and we'll schedule a visit at your convenience. Thanks for reaching out, and looking forward to helping you with your en suite renovation!
Answered14 January 2024
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