Builders' finish vs shell conversion for lofts

Question

Is a builders' finish and shell conversion the same thing when it comes to loft conversions?

Petr · Answer

It really depends on which builder you are dealing with. 
They are almost the same thing but make sure you have all written down before you accept the quote. 
Usually builders finish is a skimmed shell - no skirting, no architrave, no flooring, no decorating

Danielle · Answer

No it’s 2 separate things builders finish is complete except the decorating a shell finish is just the structure watertight

Jason · Answer

No building finished is a full job before the decor, but some include the decor .. shell is just the footings and brick work .

Terence · Answer

yes it is, but it depends on what you've agreed with the contractor previously

Said · Answer

Sharon,
yes it is the same including staircase access.
Kind Regards
Said Yazbeck BEng Hons

Gary · Answer

Yes more or less the same 

A shell is plasterboarded plastered etc with all second fix carpentry.

A builders finish may include a mid court of paint depending on builder.

Regards

Adam · Answer

hi as far as I'm aware a builders finish is everything up to but not including decoration and a shell shell conversion is just the structure up to water tight

Builders' finish vs shell conversion for lofts

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