Bathroom Renovations: The Walk in Shower Stall

On 08.30.10, In Bathroom, By Stevie Wonder

Renovating bathrooms has been considered one of the luxuries that one can have for their home. Convenience, safety, unique and desirable design are combined altogether as one to change the traditional look and components of bathrooms.

A traditional bathroom has the standard component of shower on top of the bathtub, simple lighting, the usual ceramic tiles, and that’s about it. Before, there was not much focus given to design, creativity, materials, and safety features, but as time passes by, the idea of having a typical bathroom is starting to diminish.

People nowadays are so much into ingenuity especially if they have unlimited resources available. A lot of them are starting to venture on new things to have an incredible bathroom experience at home. It is said that it can give a good vibe to a homeowner who has a bathroom as beautiful as that of the hotels.

Aside from bathroom designs, safety is becoming an issue for many; in fact, this should be the top priority of everyone who wants to renovate their bathrooms or people who are just trying to build their home.

Due to the experiences of a good number of people, it has been discovered that having the shower over the bathtub is not really a great idea especially for those people who are aging and having problems with mobility because that set up is not really accessible to them. The bathtub is too slippery for everyone when it’s wet so it’s hard to walk out of it and it can even lead to accidents that could hurt anyone. Due to the problems brought by this set up, making the walk-in shower stall as an alternative to the traditional bathroom has been raised.

Walk in shower stalls are far handier than the traditional bathrooms because of their safety features especially for those who have problems with mobility. Walk in showers are designed to be non-slip and there is enough area for dying oneself after shower which eliminates the tendency of sliding because of walking in the bathroom with wet feet.

Safety hand rails and chair can be installed in the walk in shower to cater the needs of family members who has mobility problem which can allow them have a better shower experience. Take note that inside the home, most falls happen inside the bathroom so it is just necessary to consider all the safety features that can be installed to keep everyone at home safe inside the bathroom. Good thing that with walk in shower stall, safety can be very much considered without compromising the stylish look of the bathroom.

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Bathroom Remodeling: Details are Key!

On 08.25.10, In Bathroom, By Stevie Wonder

Every home that is preparing for a sale is good to plan for a bathroom remodeling. Kitchen and bathroom remodels are the best way to gain good price for a home. In fact, every bathroom remodel idea is best suitable for a home that is for sale and for the home that is looking for a best looks and ambiance too. Every remodel bathroom looks good and functions well too.

There are many ideas you can approach for this purpose and those are:

  • Remodeling a bathroom with wall tiles is one of the best ideas. Replace the entire existing tiles as those are normally getting damaged through splashes from faucets. Along with wall tiles replacement, also paint the upper portion of the wall beyond to the wall tiles. Also, do not forget to have an upper and lower part tiles with decorative border tiles and this can be always successful in imparting great looks to the bathroom.
  • Floor tiles are another best idea to remodel bathroom. Through laying 12 by 12 inch light colored floor tiles a small bathroom remodel can be made look like a spacious one.
  • Making heated floor as part of bathroom floor tile lying can make it a perfect bathroom remodeler. This kind of floor idea is always an appreciating factor from all.
  • Remodeling a bathroom can bring the vanity through eliminating free lines and makes it clean once again like new. Choosing a right kind and right size marble or granite counter top will be a best idea for the vanity.
  • Faucets are always considered stylish features for a bathroom. Though these are little costly, but serves as one of the best bathroom remodeling ideas.
  • Remodel bathroom through relocating the toilet and this is a best idea in providing a new look to the bath room. Relocation of toilets is very simple task and not a tedious one.
  • Bathroom remodels are always successful through right lighting amenities and overhead lighting would be a best idea for this purpose. Sometimes a bath room can gain more increased value for a bath through replacing overhead light with wall lights too.
  • Remodeling a bathroom with separate shower can create a special impact for the bathroom experience. A best shower with body sprays that has stone surround tile would be another best bathroom remodel idea.
  • Remodeling a bathroom only can be said to be complete with best suitable colors. Color often can bring more impact and makes it effective too. Here, 60-30-10 rule will be better to apply and this means 60 percent of bathroom area should be with dominant color, 30 percent with secondary color and 10 percent should be with an accent color.

Bathroom remodeling is always an expensive job  - but good planning an eye on the detail will result in a successful outdome.

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Choosing An Exciting New Bathroom Design In Edinburgh

On 08.17.10, In Bathroom, By Stevie Wonder

It finally happened and not a moment too soon! The homeowners decided the drab, tired looking bathroom has to go. The decision is whether to update the look with the interesting new basin and taps or replace all of the fixtures and improve water pressure in the shower for an invigorating, satisfying, eye-popping experience. Bathrooms Edinburgh can help with the latest water conserving designs and luxurious styles in all types of fixtures and taps.

Just replacing the basin with a bold new color and shape will bring life to the worn-out space. This can be a large odd-shaped vessel bowl in swirls of blues and greens resembling ocean water lapping at the shores or an early 1920s replica pedestal sink with shiny chrome taps. Furniture providing storage spaces for toiletries and cleaning supplies comes in modern plastics, warm woods and shiny metals with doors and pull out drawers.

Every style of toilets and bidets can be found at bathroom design Edinburgh including wall-mounted and water efficient units. A freestanding tub set in the middle of a spacious room creates a tranquil haven removed from the trials and tribulation of everyday life. Showers can be improved by a shower pump boosting both water flow and pleasure. The plastic designed pump is less expensive; brass ones operate quietly.

Many of the taps and shower heads are designed to conserve water usage while providing ample water for the purpose. New toilets are designed to operate efficiently with less water by changes in reservoir tank sizes and outflow designs. The only place homeowners will notice these improvements are in reduced water consumption.

An updated bathroom gives new life and utility to a much used space. Bathrooms Edinburgh can guide the homeowner to the perfect new accommodations at a price that is affordable. It does not matter if this exciting new feature is a basin with taps or all new fixtures, the homeowner will enjoy the new luxury.

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Adding A Cheap Toilet Brush Holder To Your Bathroom

On 08.04.10, In Bathroom, By Stevie Wonder

The toilet brush and holder are usually the last things you think about when decorating your bathroom. You’ve spent time on picking out colors and designs for the walls and the cabinet. Decided on the matching towels and washcloths and figured you’re done.

Don’t let the toilet brush be an after thought when there are so many different ones to chose from.

Most of us will just purchase the first set we see when we are at the store. That will certainly work and be functional, but why not tie it into your décor that you spent designing. You don’t have to settle for some cheap toilet brush holder at the dollar store. I know times are tough, but for just a few dollars more, you can really make your bathroom pop.

There are many ways to jazz up the look of that toilet brush set. Instead of plain white, why not get a nice color that matches your bathroom, or perhaps a color as an accent? Black toilet rush holders have become very popular lately followed by gold colored holders.

If you don’t want a plastic toilet brush holder, you can find many made of stainless steel and chrome. These models give a very modern and futuristic look to a bathroom. I also think they class a bathroom up. To me there is just richness to using chrome or stainless steel. Plus they are easier to clean and are more sanitary.

Want something really different in a holder? How about getting one in an animal motif?

Maybe you are a dog or cat lover. There are brush holders that can look like your favorite breed. For those keeping records at home, the cat toilet brush holders outsell the dog ones. Do you have children? Maybe they would like a rubber ducky toilet brush set in their bathroom. What about a giraffe one? Yes they do have those on the internet.

Another type that is available is the wall mounted toilet brush holder. I like these too. First it takes the set off of the bathroom floor. This makes it easier to keep the floor clean. There is also no chance of the holder getting knocked over in the bathroom, which for me when you have kids and a dog and a cat, you would welcome.

Just don’t go out and buy the first toilet bowl brush set you see, take some time and use it to accent your bathroom.

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Using Pink Shower Curtains to Make Your Bathroom Attractive

On 05.21.10, In Bathroom, By Stevie Wonder

Maybe you would like to give your bathroom a girlish look and feel. This might be the case if you live in a female-only college dorm or you share a bathroom with your roommate. Whatever the case, there are a number of simple steps you could take to improve the visual feel of your bathroom environment. Apart from setting up stylish wall lighting systems, using soft pink towels, and placing adhesive starfish rubber stickers on your shower floor, you could consider buying yourself some pink shower curtains to improve the visual appeal of your bathroom

Shower curtains are usually made of impermeable fabrics or thin plastic materials that dry easily and stop accidental water sprays that could lead to accidents. This is especially true in the case that your shower does not come equipped with a doorway or cubicle that can be closed to prevent floor spills from occurring. Most simple showers are not installed with these specifications, and if you move into a new place, you might want to get that old shower curtain replaced with a pink one.

You should remember to wash the curtains well every 2-3 days, as the humid atmosphere of the bathroom may promote mold growth which would not only look unsightly, but could contribute to the decay of your curtain fabric. In general, the entire bathroom area should be kept as clean and dry as possible at all times.

Pink shower curtains can cost anywhere between 10-30 USD, but higher-end materials might be more expensive. Shower curtains are a fundamental part of every bathroom interior design, and for this reason you should pay close attention to the type you buy. Make sure that the material your curtains are made out of is of a durable quality that will not wear out or decay from excessive contact with water. Avoid cheaper curtains dollar shops or lower-end stores, and stick to those that can be found at your local deco or furniture store.

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Adding The Finishing Touch To Your Bathroom With Bath Soaps

On 05.08.10, In Bathroom, By Stevie Wonder

No designer bathroom is complete without stylish accessories such as towels, candles and bath soaps. Even if you cannot afford to renovate the bathroom in your home, surprising transformations can take place from the addition of quality textiles, expensive-looking beauty products and of course making sure everything is spotlessly clean.

Bathing products are an easy way to add a touch of elegance to your bathroom if you do not have the budget for anything bigger. Designer hair and body care products will help to give the room a spa-like atmosphere and are a great finishing touch for a guest bathroom. These items do not have to be expensive – you can achieve the same effect by decanting your regular products into beautiful containers and choosing colors that complement the room’s theme. Soaps are another inexpensive way to add a feeling of luxury. A small basket of attractive bath soaps placed on a windowsill is decorative and functional and will fill the room with fragrance.

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There are a huge variety of soaps available in every imaginable color, shape and fragrance so it is not a problem to find the selections that will suit your personal style. If you prefer to use natural products, choose handmade soaps with natural fragrances and colors such as lavender, oatmeal and honey. These soaps will look great in any bathroom and add a subtle fragrance that is not overpowering. If you are going for a theme, you can choose molded soap in complementary shapes, for example a variety of different seashells or beautiful flower shapes.

It really is simple and inexpensive to improve the look and feel of your bathroom with the addition of a few cheap items. Decorative soaps and other bathing products are available from a huge variety of chemists and beauty stores online and in brick and mortar stores. Even designer soaps are affordable, so they are an easy way to add a little luxury to your daily life without blowing the budget.

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Choosing Bathroom Lights For Style

On 05.02.10, In Bathroom, By Stevie Wonder

Lighting in a bathroom needs to be a priority when designing the layout. People get their day started in the bathroom with personal grooming and getting ready for the day. Adequate lighting is essential for so many details of grooming such as brushing teeth, shaving, applying make up and doing hair. People are not willing to give up the lighting that is necessary to make the room meet their needs.  In this post I want to show you what to look for in bathroom light fixtures.

Design of a bathroom can be very complicated or very simple. Many people allow the design of the home to define the bathroom space as well. For this reason it is normally acceptable for light fixtures to be chosen than enhance the faucets, door knobs and counter tops. For example, the lighting in a modern bathroom will normally be in the same mood as the rest of the home.

Many bathrooms are designed with smaller ceiling lights spread out over the room to give good lighting and then decorative lighting added for impact. These lights can be chandeliers hanging from the center of the room or over a garden tub. Another popular accent lighting touch is to have drop down lights over the counter or sink area. Sometimes a bathroom light can also have a fan attached for reducing moisture content in the room.

Lights in the bathroom need to be selected carefully to make certain they are right for the room. The style of the room, color of the walls, counter color and other hardware in the room need to be considered. Once an evaluation is made it is a good idea to shop thoroughly for light fixtures. The variety and options available in lighting enables a room to be very fashionable and well lighted at the same time. All it takes is a little effort to see what is available.

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Blue Towels for a Spa Like Bathroom

On 05.01.10, In Bathroom, By Stevie Wonder

Gone are the days of frilly bathrooms full of knickknacks and extra fluff. Today’s designer bathrooms are sleek and clean, creating a zen like relaxing retreat. Dominant colors are often neutrals or earth colors, and either way, blue towels can be a very nice accent piece in the bathroom.

For the relaxing feel, colors like light browns, chocolate and coffee colors are often used. One of the best colors to work with these browns is blue. It offers a nice contrast and adds to that spa like feel in the bathroom. Because the walls are usually done in the neutral or brown colors, blues are used as the accent. This is where the towels or the bath mat can shine.

Different blues can be used for the towels, depending on the look wanting to be achieved. One important factor is to have a contrast with the hue of the towel to the hue of the wall. In other words, if a deep, rich chocolate color is on the walls, go with more of a robin’s egg blue or sky blue for the color of the towels. On the other hand, if the walls are a lighter, straw beige, a deeper blue would be best, maybe a navy or even a turquoise or peacock feather blue.

A great thing about towels is though they are decorative accents, they are also often switched around. This makes them a fun piece to work with. Sometimes a solid towel in blue could be used, and while these are being washed, patterned towels of blues and browns or blues and whites could take their place. They also come in sets so the color can be splashed around the bathroom with the different hand towels, bath towels and wash cloths.

A set of bath sheet towels in blue can really add to the cool, relaxing feeling of a spa like bathroom. Not only are towels functional pieces to work with, but there are also fun designer ones.

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Updating the Tub Surround – Retiling versus Solid Panels

On 04.29.10, In Bathroom, By Stevie Wonder

As the years go by, the area surrounding your tub will start to experience the toll of time. The tile will start to appear old, drab, and damaged. The tub itself, however, will often age well, and thus needs no replacing. This means that you can modernize a significant part of your bathroom, simply by updating the bathroom tub surrounds and then giving the tub a good scrubbing.

A good question then arises. What is the best way to update the item?

Replacing the Tile

One option for updating the tub surround consists of tearing down the old tile and putting up brand new. This is a solution that makes sense, if you appreciate the current look of the area around the tub, except for its damaged appearance. What are the downsides? First of all, it needs to be mentioned, that installing the tile surrounding the tub is difficult and requires skill. For most consumers, you will need the assistance of professionals, which makes it a costly affair. Another downside to retiling is the fact that it is a relatively slow process, meaning you might not be able to fully use your bathroom for several days.

Installing Panels on Top of the Tile

An alternative to retiling is to install solid panels on top of the tile. This is a solution offering several benefits. You can achieve a modern look this way and there is a plethora of colors, styles, and designs available. You can choose to alter the shape of your bathtub area and install new features, such as a built-in soap dish. When it comes to the price, it will greatly depend on whether you choose to install the tub surround panels yourself or if you hire the help of professionals. Doing it yourself is a relatively affordable option, while a professional solid surface panel installation is a luxurious and expensive solution. If you choose to utilize do it yourself tub surrounds, you can further lower the price, by choosing acrylic tub surrounds, a cheaper option compared to fiberglass surrounds.

Updating your tub surround is a great way to modernize your bathroom. The best way to do it depends on factors such as your budget, handyman skills, patience, and sense of style.

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Wet Rooms – Why Would You Want One?

On 04.18.10, In Bathroom, By Stevie Wonder

Here are some of the advantages of wet rooms:

  • It is easy to achieve a modern style with this bathroom design.
  • If it is not the primary restroom in the home your home’s value will increase with its addition.
  • They have amazing space efficiency because of their open floor plan, making them perfect for bathrooms with limited space.
  • While some people like to have walk in showers in their wet room by adding a walk in shower enclosure, but if you don’t then cleaning is much easier than a traditional bathroom.
  • Due to the needed waterproofing, the bathroom floor will be more fortified from water damage.

Here are some of the disadvantages to having a wet room:

  • If your linens are not secured away from the reach of the water you could find your towels and other toiletries get too wet to use.
  • This isn’t a do it yourself project. To keep your home from suffering water damage an experienced installer is necessary to correctly waterproof the room.
  • They can cost a good size financial investment initially. Part of this is due to the tile which covers every part of the room, and because some kinds of the tile may also require occasional resealing.
  • If you don’t already have a main bathroom, or do not have a bathtub in your wet room, it can potentially reduce the value of your home to a prospective buyer.

As you can tell from reading the advantages and disadvantages to owning a wet room, there are some important points to consider before you make a decision on whether or not you want to have one in your home. They are a luxurious showering experience, however. Something that you will never get from a review online or information that you read from home improvement publications is what it is really like to experience a wet room shower. Before you pass on getting one or decide to install one you should see if you can find an upscale hotel or spa which will allow you to use their facilities. This way you can connect to the shower experience from a more personal level and not just a list of information compiled and put together for your reading or buying experience.

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