Whether you’re upgrading an ensuite in Ennis or converting a main bathroom in Shannon, knowing how long your bathroom renovation will take helps you plan daily routines with minimal disruption.
A standard turn-key bathroom renovation in County Clare takes 5 to 7 working days. Small ensuite refits take around 4 to 5 days, while complete walk-in wet room conversions require 7 to 10 working days to allow for proper waterproofing cure times.
Standard Day-by-Day Bathroom Renovation Schedule
| Renovation Stage | Typical Schedule | Key Tasks Performed |
|---|---|---|
| Day 1: Demolition & Strip-Out | Day 1 | Removing old sanitaryware, tiles, floor coverings, and capping off pipework. |
| Day 2: Plumbing & Electrical Rough-In | Day 2 | Re-routing waste pipes, positioning shower valves, running cables for LED mirrors/fans. |
| Day 3: Substrate Prep & Tanking | Day 3 | Boarding walls, floor leveling, and applying liquid waterproofing tanking membrane. |
| Days 4 & 5: Tiling & Grouting | Days 4 – 5 | Laying wall and floor tiles, precision cutting around drains, applying waterproof grout. |
| Days 6 & 7: Fit-Out & Testing | Days 6 – 7 | Installing vanity, toilet, shower glass, lights, radiator, anti-mould silicone, and testing. |
Fast, Reliable Bathroom Refits in County Clare
AR Construction delivers fully managed bathroom refurbishments across Ennis, Shannon, Clarecastle, and Killaloe with clean, dedicated trade teams working on-site daily.
3 Factors That Can Extend Your Project Timeline
1. Subfloor Repairs & Damp Treatments
Once old tiles or shower trays are removed, hidden water leaks may reveal rotted timber joists or damp subfloors. Replacing structural timber and drying out moisture adds 1 to 2 days before tiling can start.
2. Custom Order Delivery Delays
Custom-ordered vanity units, special-order Italian porcelain tiles, or bespoke glass shower screens can take weeks to arrive. Ordering all fixtures before work begins prevents mid-project delays.
3. Wet Room Tanking Drying Times
Curbless wet rooms require waterproof membranes on both walls and sloped floors. For maximum durability, each tanking coat must fully dry before tile adhesive is applied.
For detailed pricing projections, make sure to read our full Co. Clare bathroom renovation cost guide.
Frequently Asked Questions
How long will my home be without a toilet during a bathroom renovation?
For single-bathroom homes in Clare, professional contractors reconnect or set up temporary working toilet facilities at the end of each workday, minimizing downtime to just a few working hours during plumbing work.
Why do wet room renovations take longer than standard bathroom refits?
Wet rooms require structural floor sloping, installation of dedicated linear drains, and applying liquid tanking membranes. Each waterproofing coat needs 12 to 24 hours of drying time before tiling can begin.
Get Your Clare Bathroom Renovated on Schedule
AR Construction provides structured project schedules with clear start and completion dates for every bathroom refit across County Clare.
Contact AR Construction for a hassle-free quote in County Clare or call our team today on (061) 550 132.