This bathroom renovation on Craigentinny Avenue shows how a narrow, dated room can be completely transformed with careful preparation, new plumbing, modern fittings and a more practical layout.
AVO Renovations completed the project from the initial strip-out through to the final installation. The old bathroom was removed, the floor and plumbing were opened for the necessary work, and the room was rebuilt with a walk-in shower, modern vanity unit, illuminated mirror, new toilet, contemporary flooring and black fittings.
The completed bathroom is brighter, easier to maintain and better suited to everyday use.
If you are planning a similar project, learn more about our bathroom renovation services in Edinburgh.
The Bathroom Before Renovation
The original bathroom had been fully stripped before the main installation work began.
Removing the old fixtures, wall finishes and sections of flooring gave us access to the areas that needed preparation. This stage is important because bathroom problems are not always visible while the existing suite and surfaces remain in place.
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Once a bathroom is opened, it becomes possible to assess:
- The condition of the walls
- The condition of the subfloor
- Existing water and waste pipes
- The position of the shower, basin and toilet
- Areas requiring repair or additional preparation
- The best sequence for the new installation
In this Craigentinny bathroom, sections of the floor needed to be opened so the underlying services could be reached. The waste connection also required attention before the room could be closed and finished.
Completing this work at the beginning helps prevent plumbing problems from being hidden beneath newly installed flooring or bathroom fittings.
Planning a Bathroom Renovation in Edinburgh?
From removing the old bathroom to plumbing, flooring, shower installation and final finishing, AVO Renovations can complete your project.
Preparing the Floor and Plumbing
Correct plumbing and floor preparation are essential parts of a bathroom renovation.
The photographs taken during this project show the room with sections of floorboards removed. This provided access to the space beneath the bathroom and allowed the necessary pipework to be completed before the new floor was installed.
Bathroom plumbing needs to be planned around the final positions of the:
- Shower waste
- Shower controls
- Toilet
- Basin
- Taps
- Water-supply pipes
- Waste connections
Trying to adjust these services after the bathroom has been tiled or fitted can cause delays and unnecessary damage. This is why the practical work must be completed and checked before the visible finishes are added.
The external waste-pipe connection was also attended to as part of the project. This ensured that the new bathroom installation was supported by a suitable drainage connection rather than simply improving the room’s appearance.
A bathroom should look good when it is finished, but it must also work correctly beneath the floor and behind the walls.
Creating a Modern Walk-In Shower
The completed bathroom features a spacious walk-in shower at the far end of the room.
Positioning the shower across the width of the bathroom makes practical use of the narrow layout. A clear glass screen with black framing separates the shower area without closing it off visually.
The shower installation includes:
- A low-profile shower tray
- A black-framed glass screen
- A rainfall shower head
- A separate handheld shower
- Black shower controls
- Light, easy-to-maintain wall finishes
The clear screen allows light to travel through the room and keeps the shower visible from the entrance. This helps the bathroom feel more open than it would with a solid partition or enclosed cubicle.
The black frame creates contrast against the pale shower walls and coordinates with the other black features used throughout the room.
AVO Renovations also completed a different bath-to-shower transformation during a small bathroom renovation in Saddle Tree Loan, Edinburgh. That project provides another example of how a walk-in shower can improve a compact bathroom.
Wall Finishes That Keep the Room Bright
The main shower area uses large, light-coloured wall finishes that create a clean and continuous appearance.
Keeping the shower walls pale helps reflect the ceiling lighting and prevents the narrow end of the room from feeling dark. The reduced number of visible joints also creates a simpler finish than using many small tiles.
Outside the shower, the soft wall colour adds warmth and gives the room a more individual appearance. It works well with the grey flooring, white sanitaryware and black accessories.
A successful bathroom does not need every surface to be the same colour. A limited palette can provide enough contrast while keeping the room visually balanced.
In this project, the main colours are:
- Light grey within the shower
- Soft pink on the painted walls
- Grey on the floor
- White for the toilet and basin
- Black for the shower, screen, radiator and accessories
- Muted green-grey for the vanity unit and cabinet
These colours create a modern bathroom without making it feel cold or overly plain.
A Practical Vanity and Basin Area
The basin is fitted into a modern vanity unit, providing valuable storage beneath it.
Storage is particularly important in a narrow bathroom because toiletries, cleaning products and personal items can quickly make the room feel cluttered. A vanity unit combines the basin and storage in one compact area.
The unit’s muted green-grey finish adds subtle colour and complements the neutral floor and shower walls.
Above the basin, an illuminated mirror provides a practical area for daily routines. The built-in lighting adds focused illumination without requiring a separate fitting to occupy additional wall space.
The basin area includes:
- A fitted vanity unit
- Internal bathroom storage
- A modern white basin
- Coordinated tap
- Illuminated wall mirror
- Easy access from the main bathroom entrance
The arrangement keeps the central route through the bathroom clear while making good use of the wall beside the entrance.
New Toilet Installation
A new close-coupled toilet was installed beside the vanity unit.
Its compact shape suits the proportions of the room and leaves sufficient space to access the shower. The white finish matches the basin and provides contrast against the grey floor and coloured wall.
Positioning the toilet, vanity and shower along a clear route is especially important in a narrow bathroom. Fixtures that extend too far into the centre of the room can restrict movement and make the space uncomfortable to use.
The finished arrangement keeps the sanitary fittings close to the walls and preserves an open path between the door and shower.
Black Heated Towel Rail and Coordinated Details
A black heated towel rail was installed on the wall opposite the vanity unit.
The vertical shape uses the available wall height without occupying unnecessary floor space. Its dark finish also coordinates with the:
- Shower frame
- Shower fittings
- Bathroom accessories
- Other black details within the room
Repeating one finish helps the bathroom feel planned and consistent.
The towel rail is positioned where towels can be reached conveniently without obstructing the toilet, basin or shower entrance.
Small finishing choices like this have an important effect on the completed room. Individually, they may appear minor, but together they help connect the different areas of the bathroom.
New Bathroom Flooring
The finished bathroom uses large grey floor tiles.
A consistent floor finish runs from the entrance towards the shower, helping the long room feel connected. The neutral grey colour works with both the pale shower area and the warmer wall colour.
Bathroom flooring needs more than an attractive surface. The floor beneath it must be properly prepared so the finished tiles are supported and sit correctly.
This is especially important when sections of the existing floor have been opened for plumbing work. The floor needs to be rebuilt and prepared before the final surface is installed.
The completed floor provides a practical and easy-to-maintain foundation for the new bathroom.
The Correct Order of Bathroom Renovation Work
The photographs from this project show why a complete bathroom renovation must follow the correct sequence.
The general stages included:
- Removing the old bathroom suite and finishes
- Opening the required sections of flooring
- Inspecting and adjusting the plumbing
- Completing the required waste and drainage work
- Rebuilding and preparing the floor
- Preparing the shower and wall areas
- Installing the shower tray and wall finishes
- Completing the flooring
- Installing the toilet, basin and vanity
- Fitting the shower screen and shower system
- Installing the mirror and towel rail
- Decorating, sealing and completing the final details
Every project is different, and additional work may become necessary after the old bathroom is removed. Completing each stage in order protects the new finishes and makes it easier to address hidden problems properly.
For larger projects involving several rooms, our Viewcraig Gardens flat renovation shows how bathroom, kitchen and bedroom work can be coordinated across an entire Edinburgh property.
Watch the Completed Craigentinny Bathroom
The video below provides a closer look at the finished bathroom, including the walk-in shower, vanity unit, illuminated mirror, flooring and black fittings.
Bathroom Renovation Services in Craigentinny and Edinburgh
AVO Renovations provides bathroom installation and renovation services throughout Craigentinny and other parts of Edinburgh.
Depending on the agreed scope, our bathroom work can include:
- Removal of the existing bathroom
- Plumbing alterations
- Waste and drainage connections
- Floor and wall preparation
- Shower-tray installation
- Walk-in shower installation
- Toilet and basin fitting
- Vanity and storage installation
- Bathroom flooring
- Wall finishes and tiling
- Heated towel rails
- Mirrors and accessories
- Decorating and final sealing
We specialise in installation and renovation. We do not provide an in-house bathroom design service, but we can work from your selected layout, products and specifications.
If you have already selected your bathroom products and need a team to fit them, see our bathroom installation services in Edinburgh.
The Completed Craigentinny Bathroom
The transformation is especially clear when comparing the photographs taken during the initial preparation with the finished room.
What began as a fully stripped bathroom with exposed walls, flooring and plumbing is now a complete, practical shower room.
The final result includes:
- A modern walk-in shower
- Black-framed glass shower screen
- Rainfall and handheld shower fittings
- New toilet
- Vanity unit with storage
- Illuminated mirror
- Large grey floor tiles
- Black heated towel rail
- Coordinated wall colours and fittings
- Completed plumbing and drainage work
The room now feels brighter and more organised while making effective use of its narrow shape.
Planning a Bathroom Renovation in Edinburgh?
If your bathroom is outdated, difficult to maintain or no longer works for your needs, AVO Renovations can help with the installation and related renovation work.
Send us photographs of your current bathroom, your Edinburgh location and a short description of what you would like to change. If you already have a proposed layout or selected products, include those details with your enquiry.
Contact AVO Renovations to discuss your bathroom renovation and request a quotation.
Frequently Asked Questions
Yes. AVO Renovations completes bathroom renovation and installation projects in Craigentinny and across Edinburgh, subject to the scope of the work and availability.
Yes. A complete renovation can include removing the existing sanitaryware, shower or bath, wall finishes and flooring as required.
Bathroom projects can include the plumbing alterations and waste connections required for the agreed installation. The existing services must be assessed before the final scope is confirmed.
Yes. We can install walk-in showers with a shower tray, glass screen and selected shower fittings where the room and plumbing arrangement are suitable.
Yes. Floor preparation, bathroom flooring, tiling and other suitable wall finishes can be included within the renovation.
AVO Renovations specialises in bathroom renovation and fitting. We do not provide an in-house bathroom design service. Customers can select their preferred suite, shower, tiles, finishes and layout before installation.
Yes. We can install customer-supplied products, subject to checking that they are suitable for the room and compatible with the proposed installation.
The timescale depends on the bathroom’s condition, the required plumbing work, the selected products and the complexity of the installation. A more accurate schedule can be provided after the project has been assessed.
Use the AVO Renovations contact page and provide your location, photographs of the existing bathroom and a short description of the required work.
