Kitchen Refurbishment – Crowborough Social Club

Transforming a Worn Domestic-Style Setup into a Fully Equipped Commercial Kitchen

Client Overview: A Busy Community Venue in the Heart of Town

Located in the bustling centre of Crowborough, Crowborough Social Club is a popular community hub that hosts regular events, private functions, and social gatherings. With its steady footfall and growing usage demands, the club’s outdated kitchen—originally built with domestic-grade fittings—was no longer up to the task.

The kitchen’s ageing ‘B&Q-style’ units and underperforming extraction system were proving problematic, particularly during busier events. After several consultations and design revisions with the club committee, we were awarded the contract to fully refurbish the kitchen, modernising both its layout and performance.

Project Brief: Practical, Compliant & Easy to Maintain

The club needed a compact but highly functional kitchen that would deliver reliable performance for both everyday use and larger events. Our task was to replace all existing installations with commercial-grade fixtures and equipment, improve air quality through proper extraction, and ensure long-term hygiene through professional finishes.

Scope of Work & Key Features

1. New Commercial Extraction System

We removed the inadequate existing setup and installed a new extraction canopy complete with:

• Gas interlock system (for safety compliance)

• Extract and make-up air system to manage airflow and reduce ambient heat

This upgrade ensures that cooking fumes, grease, and excess heat are effectively removed from the workspace—improving both air quality and staff comfort.

2. Hygienic, Durable Surfaces

To meet commercial hygiene standards, we installed:

• Altro Stronghold non-slip flooring, ideal for wet and busy kitchen environments

• Bioclad uPVC hygienic wall cladding, creating easy-to-clean, seamless surfaces that resist moisture and bacteria

3. Electrical & Plumbing Upgrades

The project included electrical rewiring and plumbing adjustments to safely support the new commercial kitchen equipment. All works were carried out to the latest industry regulations.

4. Modern, Energy-Efficient Equipment

We supplied and installed a number of new appliances tailored to the club’s operational needs, including:

• A commercial dishwasher

• Gram energy-efficient fridges and freezers known for reliability and low running costs

Where space and budget were limited, compact and multi-functional units were selected to maximise efficiency.

Installation Timeline & Outcome

All works were completed within 10 days, ensuring minimal disruption to the club’s busy calendar. The result is a well-organised, compact kitchen that now provides:

• Safe, regulated extraction and ventilation

• Hygienic and durable finishes

• Energy-efficient equipment suited to frequent use

• Improved working conditions for staff and caterers

Delivered Services

✅ Full kitchen strip-out and redesign
✅ Installation of gas interlocked extraction system
✅ Altro flooring & Bioclad hygienic wall finishes
✅ Electrical and plumbing adjustments
✅ Commercial appliance supply and installation
✅ Project managed from start to finish in under two weeks

The Crowborough Social Club now enjoys a modern, professional-grade kitchen that supports both daily operations and large-scale functions—giving them the confidence and capacity to cater to their growing community needs.

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