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 large wall may be smooth, yet the eye often judges quality at the bottom edge, door lining and sealant joint. A general wish for “smooth walls” is therefore not enough.
One extra socket after completion seems minor, but chasing and drilling damage the wall build-up that has just been made smooth. A general wish for “smooth walls” is therefore not enough.
Bespoke joinery is measured to millimetres, while the thickness and sequence of wall finishing are sometimes discussed too late. A general wish for “smooth walls” is therefore not enough.
A wall may feel dry while new plaster, leak repairs or construction moisture remain deeper within the substrate. A general wish for “smooth walls” is therefore not enough.
Winter work can proceed well in a closed home, but strong temperature swings and cold external walls require control. A general wish for “smooth walls” is therefore not enough.
Warm weather appears ideal for drying, yet adhesive or paint setting too quickly leaves less time for clean drops and edges. A general wish for “smooth walls” is therefore not enough.
Working over old wallpaper appears to save time, but the new finish then relies on adhesion that cannot be fully inspected. A general wish for “smooth walls” is therefore not enough.
A modern sight line often contains several substrates even though every wall looks similarly white at handover. A general wish for “smooth walls” is therefore not enough.
Even carefully completed walls can receive a scratch, dent or unwanted hole during moving, curtain fitting or furniture assembly. A general wish for “smooth walls” is therefore not enough.
