Aftercare

After installation

Following completion of our work we will carry out a final inscpection to check that it has been completed properly and to your satisfaction. For larger projects this will be undertaken by our Resident Liason Officer who will have been your contact throughout.

We will provide all Residents with advice on how to use the repaired or new product provided.

For larger refurbishment work including new kitchens and bathrooms a handbook will have been provided that includes an Aftercare section.

Ian Williams provides a significant number of new kitchens and bathrooms every year as part of the Decent Homes Programme.

Specific advice on new your Kitchen or Bathroom has been provided below.

Care of your new Kitchen

Kitchen units

Clean with warm water and a mild detergent using a damp cloth. Once clean, wipe again with a clean dry cloth
Avoid the use of abrasive cleaners or strong chemicals
Check regularly that all screws are secure to avoid excess strain on your furniture
Do not place heavy weights on partly opened doors or drawers

Sink tops

Once all works have been completed, please remove the plastic film from the bowl and clean with a mild detergent

Door & Drawer fronts

It is important that you treat all door and drawer fronts, particularly timbers, with extra care in order to maintain their good looks and performance. Never use abrasive cleaners or strong chemicals on furniture
Clean melamine and laminates with a damp cloth, warm water and a mild detergent. Once clean, wipe again with a clean dry cloth
Eliminate the risk of contact with sharp or heavy objects to avoid marking and scratching

Worktops

Worktop laminate can easily be maintained by cleaning with warm water and a mild detergent. Cream cleaners or similar non-abrasive cleaners will remove more stubborn marks
Do not use abrasive cleaners, they will scratch
Chopping and cutting directly onto the worktop may cause irreparable damage, so always use a chopping board
Worktop laminates resist most household chemicals, however strong chemicals and dyes can discolour and will damage the surface. Any spillage should be wiped off immediately and the area rinsed thoroughly
Hot water and cooking splashes will not harm your worktop but avoid placing hot pans straight from the hob directly onto the surface

Flooring

The new flooring can be cleaned with a mild detergent
Eliminate the risk of contact with sharp or heavy objects to avoid marking or scratching

Care of your new Bathroom

Bathroom Suite

Clean with warm water and a mild detergent. Cream cleaners or similar non-abrasive cleaners will remove more stubborn marks
Do not use abrasive cleaners, as they will scratch
Eliminate the risk of contact with sharp or heavy objects to avoid marking and scratching

Flooring

The new flooring can be cleaned with a mild detergent
Eliminate the risk of contact with sharp or heavy objects to avoid marking or scratching

Wall Tiles

Regularly clean your wall tiles with warm water and a mild detergent using a damp cloth. Once clean, wipe again with a clean dry cloth
Avoid the use of abrasive cleaners or strong chemicals as these will mark or discolour your tiles