Welcome to the Bouwcons blog. Here we share practical information, tips and insights about renovlies, painting, wall finishing and the delivery of new-build homes. Whether you are a homeowner preparing your property for handover or a contractor looking for a reliable finishing partner, this is where you will find answers to the most frequently asked questions.
A child’s bedroom changes faster than most rooms: furniture moves, colours evolve and the lower walls receive frequent contact. A general wish for “smooth walls” is therefore not enough.
Dogs and cats place the greatest load on lower wall zones, where wet coats, beds, toys and familiar walking routes leave marks. A general wish for “smooth walls” is therefore not enough.
A stairwell may have limited square metres, yet it is often one of the most technically demanding spaces in a home. A general wish for “smooth walls” is therefore not enough.
Sloping walls give an attic character, but introduce many joints, angles and transitions between roof plane and low partition. A general wish for “smooth walls” is therefore not enough.
Not every kitchen wall receives the same load. A wall behind the dining table has different needs from the surface beside the hob or sink.
An extension brings new masonry, plasterboard and existing walls together at locations that are often highly visible. A general wish for “smooth walls” is therefore not enough.
Renovlies in an empty new build is straightforward; in an occupied home, phasing decides whether daily life remains manageable. A general wish for “smooth walls” is therefore not enough.
An empty property offers excellent wall access, provided other trades do not need the same rooms at the same time. A general wish for “smooth walls” is therefore not enough.
The sequence between walls and floors determines how much protection, repair and cleaning is required at the end. A general wish for “smooth walls” is therefore not enough.
