Work to add an extra sparkle to Swansea city centre could be completed by next month.The scheme will see roads linking The Kingsway and Oxford Street given a makeover.
The move is ahead of a massive £3.5 million improvement project due to start in April.
Contractors are currently upgrading Upper Union Street, Portland Street and Park Street. The work includes resurfacing of roads and pavements with similar materials as that used for the refurbishment of The Kingsway. It is expected to be completed by the end of March and be followed by the £3.5 million city centre core retail scheme.
The Assembly- funded scheme is aimed at making the city centre a more vibrant and dynamic place to visit.
It will include new street furniture, public art and replacing of roads and pavements.
Chris Holley, leader of Swansea Council, said: "What is happening on Upper Union Street, Portland Street and Park Street is indicative of the long-term plan we have for Swansea city centre.
"Every effort has been made to minimise disruption and traders have and will be kept up to date about the works.
"Work will not commence until after the Easter period to enable adequate consultation with traders over working arrangements and to avoid disruption to business, including the important tourism sector."
Councillor Holley said the work, combined with the various new developments underway in the city, meant that there was a bright future for Swansea.
He said: "We are committed to making the city centre as visually attractive as possible as we make strides towards becoming a European city of distinction.
"Enhancing the appearance of the city centre will supplement ongoing projects such as the regeneration of the former David Evans site and will encourage more people to visit Swansea.
"This will be a boost for local traders and for the local economy."
City centre shopper Sean Tyler, of Gendros, said: " It can't come a minute too soon.''
