Updating the bedroom
There are 4 main characteristics for a great bedroom: Well, there are a few more requirements due to building codes, such as a window you can use to get out in case of fire. When
There are 4 main characteristics for a great bedroom: Well, there are a few more requirements due to building codes, such as a window you can use to get out in case of fire. When
Your shower doesn’t have to be a aboring place where you scrub down before or after work. Instsead, upgrade your shower and enjoy it to the fullest. Here are some great options to seriously improve
Bathroom surfaces have to deal with a lot of moisture, so they tend to wear out or become difficult to properly clean. No one wants mold or mildew growing in the tile grout or around
A half bath needs to contain, at a minimum, a toilet, sink, and mirror, and I might add, an exhaust fan. Having an under-sink cabinet or other storage area for extra tissue paper, hand towels
If your home has a powder room, also called a half bath, it can seem rather boring and drab. (Not to mention claustrophobic). Since this bathroom is often used by guests visiting your home, there
First, the mundane design requirements are locating the fixtures. Even the most wonderful bathrooms have plumbing drains, water line and vent stacks, and electrical wiring in those walls. A good contractor will help with the
What would make your home feel more cozy this winter? No, this post is not about insulation and triple pane windows, although it wouldn’t hurt to upgrade, but this is about the interior of your
Every family has different needs for those bathroom spaces! Couples, families with kids, and retirees, all have unique requirements. An older home may just need that bath remodel due to age. We all know what
Before you hire a contractor and have them tear out the old bathroom, be very sure you and your contractor have a well thought out plan for the new bathroom, with optimization of the space
If you despair over the half-bath, and have concluded that there is nothing that can be done to make it desirable, think again! There is a lot that can be done with tile – use
The criteria for floor tile in a bathroom are style, pattern and safety. You wouldn’t think that anyone would put tile in a bathroom that gets slippery when wet, but it happens! Be sure to
Oh, those small bathrooms can be a pain! However, if it is designed well, you will find that you love that tiny footprint, and can even have a beautiful bathroom that feels larger than it
Ugh! Even the most awesome bathroom has to deal with plumbing drains, water lines and vent stacks. And don’t forget electricity! These things don’t play well together, so having a professional advise you, either a
The traditional tub/ shower combination is as old as the indoor bathroom (well, almost!). Certainly none of us remembers a time before every home had one. But that is changing; more homeowners are having the
Is proper light fixtures what you think of when planning a remodel for your bathroom? You should! The bathroom is the first place people go after waking up in the morning, and it can set
Are you the sort of person who hates clutter, and loves a pristine space? Designing your bathroom to hide everyday items will go a long way towards keeping the space clear. A wall mounted vanity
A glass shower door lends a luxurious look to any bathroom, but the reason for installing one might just be about more than looks. A curbless shower has no ledge or lip to step over
Have you ever lived in a house where you walk into the bathroom in the morning and as your feet hit the bath tile, you are shocked awake by the cold floor?! Not a great
Kitchens can have several different types of tiles, in different applications, and each will enhance your kitchen beautifully. When selecting tile consider where it will be installed. Glossy tile that goes o a wall will
The most common bathroom size is 8 by 5 feet. Just because the internet is loaded with huge gorgeous bathrooms, don’t think that they are all that common. So don’t feel bad about your small
There’s no better time than winter to turn a boring bathroom into a spa retreat. While replacing a faucet, re-grouting tile, or repainting are relatively easy for some people to do, more ambitious jobs like
Rainfall shower heads give you a luxurious spa-type experience. The relaxing flow of water allows for total body coverage and feels like bathing in the rain. Warm rain. The rainfall showerhead is usually in addition
You don’t have to be “elderly” to love the features that professionals recommend for seniors. Too many homeowners wait until an elderly relative comes to live with them, or a spouse comes home from a
The bath lav faucet can be utilitarian, or it can be a work of art! When you upgrade your bathroom next time (or even sooner) think about the faucet as a focal point, rather than
Just as in all things, when it comes to bathroom, we all have individual tastes. Think back many years ago, when bathrooms were first introduced inside the home! That was so exciting, people weren’t as concerned