Unless you’re planning on major remodeling, the master bathroom will be one of the easiest to transform into a comfortable and relaxing room. A new coat of paint in a neutral color will give the room a new look without a great deal of cost. Bright colored towels, pictures, and flowers can be added and changed with the seasons.
New rugs on the floor will be a soothing supplement to compliment the new colors. If your budget is limited consider new decorative knobs for the cabinets and drawers. Colored scented candles fit well in your new master bathroom. Even if space is limited try to keep the counters free from clutter. Make it a rule in the room to rehang all of the towels on the towel racks and install hooks for robes or other nightwear. Nothing shouts small more than clutter.
If there are no cupboards, try to install shelves or carts to hold the numerous items necessary in the master bathroom. Once you’ve created the new master bathroom stand back and look, is there more you could to?
How about the lighting, subdued lights in the evening after a long day are nice, but keep the brighter lighting for mornings. Is there a shower curtain, replace it if needed. Buy one that fits the remaining room. You’ll not want a kid’s curtain, but one more suitable to the room.
If the budget is not yet drained, consider a skylight in the ceiling. That would open the room up. A larger window might be appropriate too, but hire that out cause you sure don’t want to leave that unattended. Make sure you have light, but privacy can be more important.
There are professionals who will replace your cupboard doors, drawers, and possibly the countertop and sink. That will give the room an entirely new look. When there is the possibility of enlarging the room, go for it. Larger is better, and more room will benefit all who enter the room.
Ceramic tile on the floor will be another thing that wouldn’t cost a great deal and the benefits would be an easy to clean floor along with the beauty. During the cold winter months, throw rugs would help keep the floor warmer.
If a new cabinet is out of the question, but you still have room for a cabinet look around, especially at yard sales. You could find a piece of furniture that would fit in your bathroom. Paint and a little ingenuity would go a long way.
Put your thinking cap on and decide what you want in your master bathroom, then get busy and do the easy stuff yourself, and make yourself proud.
Home Improvement Guide specializes in Orange County bathroom remodeling, Irvine home improvement services and home remodeling Orange County.
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Tuesday, April 2, 2013
Wednesday, February 20, 2013
A Lesson in Bathroom Lighting
As many get into the remodeling mode and are in the process of upgrading their entire home, bathroom lighting often falls dead last. More important are the kitchen and living areas, and even the garage takes preference. However when the bathroom has a ceiling light, that’s good enough. But is it? Even in large families, the bathroom is where each member starts the day and ends it there as well.
So as you plan for new showers, bathtubs, commode, toilet, and whatever else is in the room, plan for relaxation too, but don’t forget the light above the mirror. Dads shave there, Moms do their hair, put on makeup and they both plan for the day in that same spot. It may be a place where sharing takes priority so lighting should too.
Leave the light in the ceiling if that’s your choice, but think about lights above the mirror, and install those that give out the proper lighting. You often find fluorescent lights in the room, but they aren’t necessary as long as you have plenty of lighting in appropriate places.
Lighting over the mirror and above the vanity need top consideration. When you place the lights at the side of the mirror they give the best lights without the shadows you receive when the light is above the mirror. However many prefer large mirrors, and the side lighting would be impractical. Recessed lighting is attractive, but may not give the best results in lighting the person in front of the mirror. At the very least the light should be 150 watts.
The lessons learned about bathroom lighting may suit one person, but not all. Remember the one that takes long soaking baths. Their light could be subdued, even candle light can serve their purpose while the bright ceiling light may not. Somewhere in between would be best.
Showers may not require special lighting and as long as you have other lighting over the vanity, a 75-watt light in the ceiling would work well.
When you do the remodeling yourself, decide on the lighting issue before you begin, even if you’re only painting the room. You’ll save work for yourself in the long run. If you’re hiring a contractor to upgrade your bathroom even if everything stays in its original place, you need to discuss the lighting before they get started.
If all else fails, hire an electrician, they’ll give you a lesson on the best use of bathroom lighting.
Home Improvement Guide specializes in Southern California home improvement, Coto De Caza home improvement and Orange County bathroom remodeling.
So as you plan for new showers, bathtubs, commode, toilet, and whatever else is in the room, plan for relaxation too, but don’t forget the light above the mirror. Dads shave there, Moms do their hair, put on makeup and they both plan for the day in that same spot. It may be a place where sharing takes priority so lighting should too.
Leave the light in the ceiling if that’s your choice, but think about lights above the mirror, and install those that give out the proper lighting. You often find fluorescent lights in the room, but they aren’t necessary as long as you have plenty of lighting in appropriate places.
Lighting over the mirror and above the vanity need top consideration. When you place the lights at the side of the mirror they give the best lights without the shadows you receive when the light is above the mirror. However many prefer large mirrors, and the side lighting would be impractical. Recessed lighting is attractive, but may not give the best results in lighting the person in front of the mirror. At the very least the light should be 150 watts.
The lessons learned about bathroom lighting may suit one person, but not all. Remember the one that takes long soaking baths. Their light could be subdued, even candle light can serve their purpose while the bright ceiling light may not. Somewhere in between would be best.
Showers may not require special lighting and as long as you have other lighting over the vanity, a 75-watt light in the ceiling would work well.
When you do the remodeling yourself, decide on the lighting issue before you begin, even if you’re only painting the room. You’ll save work for yourself in the long run. If you’re hiring a contractor to upgrade your bathroom even if everything stays in its original place, you need to discuss the lighting before they get started.
If all else fails, hire an electrician, they’ll give you a lesson on the best use of bathroom lighting.
Home Improvement Guide specializes in Southern California home improvement, Coto De Caza home improvement and Orange County bathroom remodeling.
Tuesday, January 22, 2013
5 Quick Ways to Create Bathroom Space
Is your bathroom too small? Is it cramped for space? Is there anything you can do to at least get that room to appear larger even if the space remaining hasn’t changed? If you’re like most people today, money is tight and you can’t imagine any way to get rid of the cramped feeling whenever you’re in that room. It’s a room that you can’t hide, even if you’d like to. So what to do?
One thing that takes more elbow grease than money is to get rid of the junk on the countertop. Do you have cupboard space? Is it cramped as well? Clean it out and get rid of those partially empty bottles or cleaning supplies. Throw them away in the trash, or better yet, recycle them and with the dollars you earn, buy a new rug and a couple of new towels.
That’s a start. Are the cupboards almost empty? Surprise, you didn’t really need all that stuff. The cleaning supplies could go elsewhere. Now organize the things that you still need. If you have drawer space, great, use it. If more than one person uses the room, put their stuff together even if you have to use an old shoe box or one of those cheap plastic boxes, then store the box in that empty cupboard. Give everyone their own box and make them responsible for putting their things away.
A skylight will increase the impression of space. Instead of cutting the room in half with a shower curtain, install a glass shower door. You never want to divide a room and if you do, the room grows smaller.
Paint the room, and/or put up wallpaper. Stripes make the room look taller. Have hooks on the back of the door where everyone can hang their clothing while bathing. Install a larger mirror; pick up the new colors around the mirror with flower stencils.
Is that heavy hamper still sitting almost in the middle of the floor? Get rid of it and have smaller hampers in each bedroom closet. Teach your family members, that nothing should be left out of place when they are finished in the room. Put all of the clothing, shoes, and night clothing, in the proper hamper, hung back up, or folded neatly in a drawer for later use. Never leave anything on the floor for others to stumble over. The same goes for used towels and when hung on the rack, adjust them so they’ll dry properly.
Make housekeeping a daily objective and everyone in the family should do their part.
Home Improvement Guide specializes in Southern California home improvement, Costa Mesa home improvement and Orange County bathroom remodeling.
One thing that takes more elbow grease than money is to get rid of the junk on the countertop. Do you have cupboard space? Is it cramped as well? Clean it out and get rid of those partially empty bottles or cleaning supplies. Throw them away in the trash, or better yet, recycle them and with the dollars you earn, buy a new rug and a couple of new towels.
That’s a start. Are the cupboards almost empty? Surprise, you didn’t really need all that stuff. The cleaning supplies could go elsewhere. Now organize the things that you still need. If you have drawer space, great, use it. If more than one person uses the room, put their stuff together even if you have to use an old shoe box or one of those cheap plastic boxes, then store the box in that empty cupboard. Give everyone their own box and make them responsible for putting their things away.
A skylight will increase the impression of space. Instead of cutting the room in half with a shower curtain, install a glass shower door. You never want to divide a room and if you do, the room grows smaller.
Paint the room, and/or put up wallpaper. Stripes make the room look taller. Have hooks on the back of the door where everyone can hang their clothing while bathing. Install a larger mirror; pick up the new colors around the mirror with flower stencils.
Is that heavy hamper still sitting almost in the middle of the floor? Get rid of it and have smaller hampers in each bedroom closet. Teach your family members, that nothing should be left out of place when they are finished in the room. Put all of the clothing, shoes, and night clothing, in the proper hamper, hung back up, or folded neatly in a drawer for later use. Never leave anything on the floor for others to stumble over. The same goes for used towels and when hung on the rack, adjust them so they’ll dry properly.
Make housekeeping a daily objective and everyone in the family should do their part.
Home Improvement Guide specializes in Southern California home improvement, Costa Mesa home improvement and Orange County bathroom remodeling.
Friday, December 28, 2012
Waterfall Faucets
You might agree that there are a lot of faucets out there and many don’t look alike, but almost all of them work the same way. To turn the water on, you either push or pull, and many have one handle while others have two, one for cold and one for hot water. If you haven’t seen the newly developed waterfall faucets, take a look. You’ll be amazed, and you can use them in the kitchen, bathroom sinks, and even your showers.
The old type faucets remain popular mainly because they’re cheaper and work well; even those that rise far above the sink. The waterfall faucets work the same way but they’ve modernized them. Most of the innovative waterfall faucets come in a glass-plate design that is an angled glass tray that hangs several inches above the sink by a long sloping cylinder. In the middle of the plate, a long metal rod sticks up into the air.
When you turn the metal level the water courses out across the plate and falls into the sink similar to a waterfall. They come in pewter, brass and plated nickel and you can now match the rest of the metal in your kitchen or bath. The waterfall faucets will gain a lot of attention from new users as they try to figure out how they work. As the water falls across their hands you’ll hear sounds of delight, and you’ll understand because you feel the same way every time you wash your hands or rinse a dish.
The waterfall faucets are available for the shower as well, and imagine how you will feel as you stand under the warm water those courses over your body from above. It is invigorating to say the least and may be the way you’d feel standing under a real waterfall.
The waterfall faucets bring a relaxing feeling in the shower, and you’ll tend to stay in longer than necessary. Whether you shower in the evening for relaxation or in the mornings to wake you up you may want to do both as you hoard your shower. However you really need to share the waterfall shower with the rest of your family and let them realize their own satisfaction.
When they enjoy it as much as you have, they’ll insist that you buy one for every faucet in the house. If you aren’t interested in installing the waterfall faucet yourself, hire a professional to install them for you. Be sure to watch him that he doesn’t try out your new waterfall shower, because he’ll still be on your dime.
Home Improvement Guide specializes in Southern California home improvement, Mission Viejo home improvement and Orange County bathrooms.
The old type faucets remain popular mainly because they’re cheaper and work well; even those that rise far above the sink. The waterfall faucets work the same way but they’ve modernized them. Most of the innovative waterfall faucets come in a glass-plate design that is an angled glass tray that hangs several inches above the sink by a long sloping cylinder. In the middle of the plate, a long metal rod sticks up into the air.
When you turn the metal level the water courses out across the plate and falls into the sink similar to a waterfall. They come in pewter, brass and plated nickel and you can now match the rest of the metal in your kitchen or bath. The waterfall faucets will gain a lot of attention from new users as they try to figure out how they work. As the water falls across their hands you’ll hear sounds of delight, and you’ll understand because you feel the same way every time you wash your hands or rinse a dish.
The waterfall faucets are available for the shower as well, and imagine how you will feel as you stand under the warm water those courses over your body from above. It is invigorating to say the least and may be the way you’d feel standing under a real waterfall.
The waterfall faucets bring a relaxing feeling in the shower, and you’ll tend to stay in longer than necessary. Whether you shower in the evening for relaxation or in the mornings to wake you up you may want to do both as you hoard your shower. However you really need to share the waterfall shower with the rest of your family and let them realize their own satisfaction.
When they enjoy it as much as you have, they’ll insist that you buy one for every faucet in the house. If you aren’t interested in installing the waterfall faucet yourself, hire a professional to install them for you. Be sure to watch him that he doesn’t try out your new waterfall shower, because he’ll still be on your dime.
Home Improvement Guide specializes in Southern California home improvement, Mission Viejo home improvement and Orange County bathrooms.
Monday, November 19, 2012
Bathroom Remodeling Tips
When you’re finished with your kitchen remodeling, consider remodeling your bathroom. If you have more than one bathroom in your home, try not to tear them both out at the same time, or you will find yourself without the use of either room. One at a time is much more convenient unless you’re planning on leaving for a period of time.
When your kitchen is in disarray, you can always wash dishes in the bathroom or laundry room, but you can’t transfer some of the bathroom functions to any other room.
Decide whether you want an entire new bathroom or just to remodel the existing bathroom, and there is a big difference between the two. If the fixtures will all remain in place, start with the walls and get them painted when they remove the countertop.
Whether you do the painting yourself or hire the contractor for the entire job, you still want it painted before they install the countertop. Choose attractive colors that will blend with the new countertop. Bright colors are in fashion today, so don’t just settle on ordinary white.
Before the contractor comes to your home, remove items like towel racks, toilet paper holders, wastebaskets, hooks, rugs, etc. Don’t forget to clean out the cabinet and drawers. That will make the entire job go quicker if you do your part in the minor preparations.
When the contractor comes, stay out of way. He doesn’t need your help and he knows his job, but long before you get to that point, you have to decide on the contractor you want to be in your house for several days. You can do that by picking a couple of kitchen and bath remodelers online. Get a couple of references from them both, and choose the one that will not only give you a good price, but will be responsible and finish on time.
What you want in your bathroom depends a lot on the space allowed. Some bathrooms may be backed up to a closet, and when you tear out the entire room, you could consider enlarging the room by losing the closet.
Your remodeling may include a new or refaced cabinet with new countertops, sinks and faucets. If you share the bathroom with more than one person, a double sink will be both practical and functional. Refacing is a new way of improving old cabinets. Many contractors include new doors and drawers, and that saves you a great deal of hard-earned dollars.
After the remodeling ask the contractor for suggestions to complete the task. There are many new designs that will bring your bathroom remodeling up to modern day innovations, and the upgrading of your bathroom will increase the value of your home.
Home Improvement Guide specializes in approved general contractors in Orange County, Orange County bathroom remodeling and contractors in Orange County.
When your kitchen is in disarray, you can always wash dishes in the bathroom or laundry room, but you can’t transfer some of the bathroom functions to any other room.
Decide whether you want an entire new bathroom or just to remodel the existing bathroom, and there is a big difference between the two. If the fixtures will all remain in place, start with the walls and get them painted when they remove the countertop.
Whether you do the painting yourself or hire the contractor for the entire job, you still want it painted before they install the countertop. Choose attractive colors that will blend with the new countertop. Bright colors are in fashion today, so don’t just settle on ordinary white.
Before the contractor comes to your home, remove items like towel racks, toilet paper holders, wastebaskets, hooks, rugs, etc. Don’t forget to clean out the cabinet and drawers. That will make the entire job go quicker if you do your part in the minor preparations.
When the contractor comes, stay out of way. He doesn’t need your help and he knows his job, but long before you get to that point, you have to decide on the contractor you want to be in your house for several days. You can do that by picking a couple of kitchen and bath remodelers online. Get a couple of references from them both, and choose the one that will not only give you a good price, but will be responsible and finish on time.
What you want in your bathroom depends a lot on the space allowed. Some bathrooms may be backed up to a closet, and when you tear out the entire room, you could consider enlarging the room by losing the closet.
Your remodeling may include a new or refaced cabinet with new countertops, sinks and faucets. If you share the bathroom with more than one person, a double sink will be both practical and functional. Refacing is a new way of improving old cabinets. Many contractors include new doors and drawers, and that saves you a great deal of hard-earned dollars.
After the remodeling ask the contractor for suggestions to complete the task. There are many new designs that will bring your bathroom remodeling up to modern day innovations, and the upgrading of your bathroom will increase the value of your home.
Home Improvement Guide specializes in approved general contractors in Orange County, Orange County bathroom remodeling and contractors in Orange County.
Saturday, June 30, 2012
Bathroom Organizing: The Medicine Cabinet
When people think of bathrooms they don't usually think of medicine cabinets however there are few bathrooms that don't have one. While everyone knows that they're there, medicine cabinets fall by the wayside in bathrooms because things like toilets, sinks, and showers often take center stage. Medicine cabinets however can be extremely useful when utilized properly.
Medicine cabinets can be used to store not only medicines but things like hair brushes, toothbrushes, hair ties, curling irons, and a multitude of other things one would find in a bathroom. Not all medicine cabinets however are created equal and the majority of them are just deep enough to house several things. There are those medicine cabinets however that are both built from scratch and expanded upon to be much more accommodating for items.
Ample storage in bathrooms is often a concern and a headache for homeowners. Having a bathroom completely remodeled can cost a small fortune if the homeowner wants it done properly and so, many frugal homeowners often turn to having their medicine cabinets either enlarged or have a new one built and put in all together. Doing either allows homeowners to store not only small toiletries and knickknacks in the bathroom but will and also allow them to store things like toilet paper, baby wipes, and in some cases even towels or washcloths in their cabinet.
Having a medicine cabinet enlarged or having a new larger one installed is a simple process and an affordable one as well. Homeowners should look for and hire a professional contractor that not only has ample experience in construction but one that knows or is familiar with interior design as well. Such a contractor will not only be able to ensure that installation is completed properly but can also advise homeowners whether to expand on an existing medicine cabinet or to have a new one put in. Moreover they might also recommend that a new medicine cabinet be put in in a new location so that it's more convenient and eye-catching.
Homeowners with large medicine cabinets will find that storage issues in the bathroom tend to disappear. A medicine cabinet can help homeowners keep items in a bathroom organized and out of sight when necessary. There are even lockable medicine cabinets for those homeowners who want us to take privacy up a notch. Keeping nosy guests from peering into that space on their way in or out of their bathrooms is a concern for many homeowners. No matter what type of improvement a homeowner makes to their medicine cabinet, they'll be happy having had it done.
Home Improvement Guide specializes in Orange County bathroom remodeling, Orange County bathroom remodeling services, and San Diego bathroom remodeling.
Medicine cabinets can be used to store not only medicines but things like hair brushes, toothbrushes, hair ties, curling irons, and a multitude of other things one would find in a bathroom. Not all medicine cabinets however are created equal and the majority of them are just deep enough to house several things. There are those medicine cabinets however that are both built from scratch and expanded upon to be much more accommodating for items.
Ample storage in bathrooms is often a concern and a headache for homeowners. Having a bathroom completely remodeled can cost a small fortune if the homeowner wants it done properly and so, many frugal homeowners often turn to having their medicine cabinets either enlarged or have a new one built and put in all together. Doing either allows homeowners to store not only small toiletries and knickknacks in the bathroom but will and also allow them to store things like toilet paper, baby wipes, and in some cases even towels or washcloths in their cabinet.
Having a medicine cabinet enlarged or having a new larger one installed is a simple process and an affordable one as well. Homeowners should look for and hire a professional contractor that not only has ample experience in construction but one that knows or is familiar with interior design as well. Such a contractor will not only be able to ensure that installation is completed properly but can also advise homeowners whether to expand on an existing medicine cabinet or to have a new one put in. Moreover they might also recommend that a new medicine cabinet be put in in a new location so that it's more convenient and eye-catching.
Homeowners with large medicine cabinets will find that storage issues in the bathroom tend to disappear. A medicine cabinet can help homeowners keep items in a bathroom organized and out of sight when necessary. There are even lockable medicine cabinets for those homeowners who want us to take privacy up a notch. Keeping nosy guests from peering into that space on their way in or out of their bathrooms is a concern for many homeowners. No matter what type of improvement a homeowner makes to their medicine cabinet, they'll be happy having had it done.
Home Improvement Guide specializes in Orange County bathroom remodeling, Orange County bathroom remodeling services, and San Diego bathroom remodeling.
Tuesday, May 15, 2012
Orange County Bathroom Remodeling: Tubs And Toilets
There are numerous ways to improve a bathroom. Some are inexpensive while others are very expensive. Homeowners who find themselves in need of an overhaul in a particular bathroom but remain unable to afford such a project can, as an alternative, choose to upgrade or replace one item in their bathroom at a time.
For the many individuals who find themselves in such a scenario there are only two choices, the bathtub/shower or the toilet. These two choices remain the most popular amongst individuals in this scenario not only because they are affordable replacements/upgrades but because these are two of the most frequently used items in any bathroom. Furthermore they are the two items in a bathroom that draw immediate attention to themselves.
Individuals who opt to upgrade or replace their shower/bathtub have a multitude of choices to consider. There is of course the standard fiberglass and metal bathtub and/or shower to choose from, though many people prefer to put something new into their shower space when upgrading their shower/tub.
Tubs and showers come in a wide variety of shapes, sizes, and materials. There are even those showers and tubs that come complete with built-in lighting and the ability to make bubbles. Those who opt for a new shower will have nearly just as many choices as those that opt for tubs do. Showers like tubs are available in a wide variety of colors and materials. Homeowners with more fastidious tastes in bathroom decor may select an old-fashioned bathtub. Going this route however may require the assistance of a professional contractor in order to make sure that these heavy tubs/showers are too much for existing flooring.
Homeowners who replace toilets have a plethora of choices as well. Colors, materials, styles, and architecture are all things that must be settled upon before a purchase takes place. There are of course bidet toilets for those homeowners who want a little European flair in a bathroom. There also decorative toilets that boasts some unique designs and add plenty of warmth to a bathroom.
Although homeowners who can only afford to replace one or two items in a bathroom at any given time are likely operating on small budgets, these people would do well to remember that they will want to spend as much as possible so as to ensure that there project produces the results that they envisioned. A professional contractor can certainly help with design and style choices but can also help homeowners make selections that work with their budget.
Home Improvement Guide specializes in Orange County bathroom remodeling, bathroom design Orange County and San Diego bathroom remodeling.
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For the many individuals who find themselves in such a scenario there are only two choices, the bathtub/shower or the toilet. These two choices remain the most popular amongst individuals in this scenario not only because they are affordable replacements/upgrades but because these are two of the most frequently used items in any bathroom. Furthermore they are the two items in a bathroom that draw immediate attention to themselves.
Individuals who opt to upgrade or replace their shower/bathtub have a multitude of choices to consider. There is of course the standard fiberglass and metal bathtub and/or shower to choose from, though many people prefer to put something new into their shower space when upgrading their shower/tub.
Tubs and showers come in a wide variety of shapes, sizes, and materials. There are even those showers and tubs that come complete with built-in lighting and the ability to make bubbles. Those who opt for a new shower will have nearly just as many choices as those that opt for tubs do. Showers like tubs are available in a wide variety of colors and materials. Homeowners with more fastidious tastes in bathroom decor may select an old-fashioned bathtub. Going this route however may require the assistance of a professional contractor in order to make sure that these heavy tubs/showers are too much for existing flooring.
Homeowners who replace toilets have a plethora of choices as well. Colors, materials, styles, and architecture are all things that must be settled upon before a purchase takes place. There are of course bidet toilets for those homeowners who want a little European flair in a bathroom. There also decorative toilets that boasts some unique designs and add plenty of warmth to a bathroom.
Although homeowners who can only afford to replace one or two items in a bathroom at any given time are likely operating on small budgets, these people would do well to remember that they will want to spend as much as possible so as to ensure that there project produces the results that they envisioned. A professional contractor can certainly help with design and style choices but can also help homeowners make selections that work with their budget.
Home Improvement Guide specializes in Orange County bathroom remodeling, bathroom design Orange County and San Diego bathroom remodeling.
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Saturday, December 31, 2011
Stainless Steel in Your Bathroom
Nothing can be easier to clean and look prettier than stainless steel. They are not that expensive depending on the styles you choose, and they are the easiest to replace and you won’t need a contractor. A do-it-yourselfer can complete the job in just a few hours, and your bathroom will once again look modern.
Whether you choose the shiny stainless steel fixtures or brushed stainless steel. Just be sure to buy quality because a good stainless steel faucet will outlast those cheaper imported models. They aren’t easily scratched, and finger prints can be easily wiped off with a damp cloth. The brushed type can be as efficient as the mirror image.
When you want the most modern fixtures in your bathroom, they are usually available in the popular stainless steel. There are shower heads available that will blow your mind. Some sit in the ceiling or can be attached to the wall, and several heads can be installed in a king size shower. Those will need special plumbing changes and in order to do that you may have to tear into the walls to achieve it. Another option would be to hire a professional to help with the job.
There are other stainless steel products to add to your bathroom. Towel racks, shower rods, and even handles placed at strategic places to help the occupants keep their balance. Trash cans, and door handles are additional ideas and they are all available in matching stainless steel.
However you don’t need to completely remodel your bathroom. If you want to keep it simple you can replace the current dripping faucets with the new modern stainless steel. Another thing that will change your bathroom and give it a new look is a gallon of paint to change your color scheme.
Then change the countertop or add shelving to stack towels or bubble bath. You won’t even recognize your own room.
Whether you plan on remaining in your home for several more years, you will still want to impress your guests. Even if you plan to sell your home one of the rooms prospective buyers look closely at is the bathroom. So try to keep your remodeling plans simple without elaborate colors that will turn them away. If your bathroom is small, and you want to add some paint to spruce it up just remember dark colors close in a room so keep the colors light and airy.
My Home Improvement Club specializes in pre-approved and pre-screened Orange County bathroom remodeling specialists, Orange County bathroom specialists, Orange County home improvement specialists, Orange County contractors, Orange County general contractors, Orange County remodeling pros and more!
Whether you choose the shiny stainless steel fixtures or brushed stainless steel. Just be sure to buy quality because a good stainless steel faucet will outlast those cheaper imported models. They aren’t easily scratched, and finger prints can be easily wiped off with a damp cloth. The brushed type can be as efficient as the mirror image.
When you want the most modern fixtures in your bathroom, they are usually available in the popular stainless steel. There are shower heads available that will blow your mind. Some sit in the ceiling or can be attached to the wall, and several heads can be installed in a king size shower. Those will need special plumbing changes and in order to do that you may have to tear into the walls to achieve it. Another option would be to hire a professional to help with the job.
There are other stainless steel products to add to your bathroom. Towel racks, shower rods, and even handles placed at strategic places to help the occupants keep their balance. Trash cans, and door handles are additional ideas and they are all available in matching stainless steel.
However you don’t need to completely remodel your bathroom. If you want to keep it simple you can replace the current dripping faucets with the new modern stainless steel. Another thing that will change your bathroom and give it a new look is a gallon of paint to change your color scheme.
Then change the countertop or add shelving to stack towels or bubble bath. You won’t even recognize your own room.
Whether you plan on remaining in your home for several more years, you will still want to impress your guests. Even if you plan to sell your home one of the rooms prospective buyers look closely at is the bathroom. So try to keep your remodeling plans simple without elaborate colors that will turn them away. If your bathroom is small, and you want to add some paint to spruce it up just remember dark colors close in a room so keep the colors light and airy.
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Monday, November 28, 2011
Orange County Bathroom Remodeling
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Friday, September 30, 2011
Orange County Bathroom Remodeling: Budget Bathroom Makeovers
The bathroom is one of the most popular rooms in your home. When you have guests, it’s the one room where almost everyone will visit. No matter the size, there are things you can do to the room to make it more appealing, and you won’t have to pay to have the room remodeled.
Paint might be your first choice, and texturing would bring the room up to date, but you don’t have to remove all the cabinets to make over the room. Refacing is a popular way for a new look. What they do is remove all the doors and usually the drawers. A contractor can install veneer on the cabinets, and order new doors and drawers. You can choose any color or type of wood you want. If that’s all you do your bathroom will still look new.
It may not be enough and you can go further to install a new countertop, sink and shiny new faucets. Bathtub fixtures could also be updated to include a new style shower head. Your old chrome fixtures could be exchanged for brass. Retiling floors or a wall mosaic with bright new colors would give your room a new modern look. Installing new mirrors and new lighting may be enough to complete the room.
There are still things you may want to achieve and an update on the electrical will help not only with that light, but more plugs for your television or radio. If you enjoy relaxing in the tub you might consider subdued lighting.
If your bathroom is very small with no window consider going with lighter colors; dark colors make rooms appear smaller. If there is little wall space, you could install glass shelves with items like perfume, candles, and small bars of soap or even dried flowers that would add personality to the room. Just be sure that the items you choose will not be harmed by steam. A round towel holder next to the sink will make your guests feel welcomed.
Bright new towels and shower curtains will add beauty and convenience and will make you feel like the room is now complete. In your small bathroom have a place for all your makeup, curling iron, hair dryer, and every other thing that would clutter the room, it will just make your new bathroom look messy. Even if you have to have a special box under the sink to put all your stuff in, keep it all in one place, out of sight and your guests will admire your new room.
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Paint might be your first choice, and texturing would bring the room up to date, but you don’t have to remove all the cabinets to make over the room. Refacing is a popular way for a new look. What they do is remove all the doors and usually the drawers. A contractor can install veneer on the cabinets, and order new doors and drawers. You can choose any color or type of wood you want. If that’s all you do your bathroom will still look new.
It may not be enough and you can go further to install a new countertop, sink and shiny new faucets. Bathtub fixtures could also be updated to include a new style shower head. Your old chrome fixtures could be exchanged for brass. Retiling floors or a wall mosaic with bright new colors would give your room a new modern look. Installing new mirrors and new lighting may be enough to complete the room.
There are still things you may want to achieve and an update on the electrical will help not only with that light, but more plugs for your television or radio. If you enjoy relaxing in the tub you might consider subdued lighting.
If your bathroom is very small with no window consider going with lighter colors; dark colors make rooms appear smaller. If there is little wall space, you could install glass shelves with items like perfume, candles, and small bars of soap or even dried flowers that would add personality to the room. Just be sure that the items you choose will not be harmed by steam. A round towel holder next to the sink will make your guests feel welcomed.
Bright new towels and shower curtains will add beauty and convenience and will make you feel like the room is now complete. In your small bathroom have a place for all your makeup, curling iron, hair dryer, and every other thing that would clutter the room, it will just make your new bathroom look messy. Even if you have to have a special box under the sink to put all your stuff in, keep it all in one place, out of sight and your guests will admire your new room.
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Friday, August 19, 2011
A Steam Shower Anyone?
Never heard of a Steam Shower? If you loved your sauna at the gym, you may be interested in the new innovated Steam Showers. It’s top of the line and can be installed in the privacy of your home. The Steam Shower offers you a combination of a steam and bath all at once? Impossible you say? Well, keep reading.
Steam Showers look just like your stall shower, but with a big difference. Just like the sauna at the gym, the purpose of the Steam Shower is to relax you, reduce your stress, calm your nerves, and lift your spirit. It can help relieve your aches and pains, improve your respiratory system, and when you sweat it helps remove toxins from your body.
The shower is installed just like a stall shower with many differences. The shower is sealed so no moisture will enter the bathroom. A generator heats the water to boiling point, and the water vapor is pushed out through jets on the walls and ceilings. The jets work together to provide a relaxing massage. The temperature can range between 90 – 115 degrees. The surfaces are designed to withstand the heat and won’t be damaged by the extreme heat.
The Steam showers are totally comfortable, and will create the feeling of a spa and they come with many features such as a timer, a bench, and a foot massager to rub down your feet. It will have other features you would not expect to be available in a stall shower. Things like television, a telephone, audio and video jacks, and you can even use your ipod, but why would you want to? You’re there to relax. You may also add oils and perfumes to the water vapor. Also available is an emergency button in case you fall, the firm says this is not a luxury, it is a necessity.
There are a few drawbacks. They are not cheap, they run from $2,000 -- $10,000 and they take up a lot of space that may call for re-vamping the area where they will be installed. If you need a larger or smaller size, those are available.
They use a lot of hot water quickly, but they are more efficient than your current stall shower or bath tub. Like everything else in your bathroom and even though they are mildew resistant the Steam Shower will need cleaning, draining, and an occasional inspection of the electrical components
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Steam Showers look just like your stall shower, but with a big difference. Just like the sauna at the gym, the purpose of the Steam Shower is to relax you, reduce your stress, calm your nerves, and lift your spirit. It can help relieve your aches and pains, improve your respiratory system, and when you sweat it helps remove toxins from your body.
The shower is installed just like a stall shower with many differences. The shower is sealed so no moisture will enter the bathroom. A generator heats the water to boiling point, and the water vapor is pushed out through jets on the walls and ceilings. The jets work together to provide a relaxing massage. The temperature can range between 90 – 115 degrees. The surfaces are designed to withstand the heat and won’t be damaged by the extreme heat.
The Steam showers are totally comfortable, and will create the feeling of a spa and they come with many features such as a timer, a bench, and a foot massager to rub down your feet. It will have other features you would not expect to be available in a stall shower. Things like television, a telephone, audio and video jacks, and you can even use your ipod, but why would you want to? You’re there to relax. You may also add oils and perfumes to the water vapor. Also available is an emergency button in case you fall, the firm says this is not a luxury, it is a necessity.
There are a few drawbacks. They are not cheap, they run from $2,000 -- $10,000 and they take up a lot of space that may call for re-vamping the area where they will be installed. If you need a larger or smaller size, those are available.
They use a lot of hot water quickly, but they are more efficient than your current stall shower or bath tub. Like everything else in your bathroom and even though they are mildew resistant the Steam Shower will need cleaning, draining, and an occasional inspection of the electrical components
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Wednesday, July 20, 2011
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Wednesday, March 2, 2011
Orange County Bathroom Remodeling: Sizing a Tankless Water Heater
When you're sizing an Orange County tankless water heater, you need to think in terms of flow rather than capacity. This is because an Orange County tankless water heater does not run out of hot water like a traditional storage water heater does and it may not be able to heat water fast enough to serve multiple fixtures at once.
An Orange County tankless water heater is given BTU (British Thermal Unit) input and efficiency ratings. These things determine its flow rate which is expressed in gallons per minute (GPM).
One BTU is equal to the amount of energy required to raise the temperature of 1 pound of water 1 degree F. The higher a water heater’s BTU rating, the higher the flow rate. Under normal circumstances, it takes about 31,000 BTUs to deliver 1.2 GPM; 190,000 BTUs typically deliver 5.7 GPM.
Flow rates generally vary from about 1.2 to 6 GPM. Point of use models, such as those that provide hot water to a single bathroom sink are rated at 1.2 GPM. A 2.6 GPM orange County tankless water heater will handle one shower at a time while a 4-GPM model will be capable of handling one shower and one sink in a time. There are then the 6-GPM Orange County tankless water heaters that can handle two showers at once.
Homeowners concerned with saving energy should also pay close attention to an Orange County tankless water heater's unit efficiency rating. These ratings usually range from about 78% to 87% and indicate how much of the fuel is converted to heat by the appliance. Of course the higher the percent the better.
An Orange County tankless water heater is given BTU (British Thermal Unit) input and efficiency ratings. These things determine its flow rate which is expressed in gallons per minute (GPM).
One BTU is equal to the amount of energy required to raise the temperature of 1 pound of water 1 degree F. The higher a water heater’s BTU rating, the higher the flow rate. Under normal circumstances, it takes about 31,000 BTUs to deliver 1.2 GPM; 190,000 BTUs typically deliver 5.7 GPM.
Flow rates generally vary from about 1.2 to 6 GPM. Point of use models, such as those that provide hot water to a single bathroom sink are rated at 1.2 GPM. A 2.6 GPM orange County tankless water heater will handle one shower at a time while a 4-GPM model will be capable of handling one shower and one sink in a time. There are then the 6-GPM Orange County tankless water heaters that can handle two showers at once.
Homeowners concerned with saving energy should also pay close attention to an Orange County tankless water heater's unit efficiency rating. These ratings usually range from about 78% to 87% and indicate how much of the fuel is converted to heat by the appliance. Of course the higher the percent the better.
Orange County Bathroom Remodeling: Prefabricated Shower Buying Guide
If you're redecorating or refurbishing a bathroom on a small or tight budget it's a good idea to consult with an Orange County bathroom designer in order to determine where your money will be best spent. Working with a professional is important because different parts of the bathroom carry different costs and there are many ways to save money. This is especially true when it comes to showers. While custom showers are generally expensive, prefabricated showers are much more affordable and as a general rule are much easier to install. This translates into fewer headaches and less money spent.
Your Orange County bathroom designer will go over the different types of prefabricated showers available. These include molded fiberglass, synthetic marble, and laminate showers. All of these are watertight, easy to clean, and extremely easy to install. These types of showers can be found in multiple sizes and shapes like squares, rectangles, and several other corner configurations.
Truth be told, prefabricated showers work best for the majority of remodels simply because their wall panels fit over a molded shower base and easily attach to water proof walls. Be sure to talk with your Orange County bathroom designer about which shape and style will work best for you in your bathroom.
All showers begin with a base or receptor with the exception of one piece showers and a proper base or "pan" must be selected in order for a shower to work properly. Your Orange County bathroom designer should be able to help you choose the right one so that there are no issues once installation begins. Additionally these bases come in a wide variety of different materials such as cast polymer, molded plastic, and even poured masonry.
If you've hired Orange County bathroom designer to help you with a bathroom remodel be sure that you've selected a prefabricated shower pan that has a drain matching the existing location of your drain pipe. If you purchase a prefabricated shower pan with a drain that doesn't match video be looking at having pipes moved which seriously ups the cost of a bathroom remodel.
Your Orange County bathroom designer will go over the different types of prefabricated showers available. These include molded fiberglass, synthetic marble, and laminate showers. All of these are watertight, easy to clean, and extremely easy to install. These types of showers can be found in multiple sizes and shapes like squares, rectangles, and several other corner configurations.
Truth be told, prefabricated showers work best for the majority of remodels simply because their wall panels fit over a molded shower base and easily attach to water proof walls. Be sure to talk with your Orange County bathroom designer about which shape and style will work best for you in your bathroom.
All showers begin with a base or receptor with the exception of one piece showers and a proper base or "pan" must be selected in order for a shower to work properly. Your Orange County bathroom designer should be able to help you choose the right one so that there are no issues once installation begins. Additionally these bases come in a wide variety of different materials such as cast polymer, molded plastic, and even poured masonry.
If you've hired Orange County bathroom designer to help you with a bathroom remodel be sure that you've selected a prefabricated shower pan that has a drain matching the existing location of your drain pipe. If you purchase a prefabricated shower pan with a drain that doesn't match video be looking at having pipes moved which seriously ups the cost of a bathroom remodel.
Orange County Bathroom Remodeling: Bathroom Design Prioritites
When you set out to design a new bathroom it is of the utmost importance to determine exactly what your priorities are. Ask yourself what's most important to you in your bathroom. For some individuals their priority will be a fabulous step up bath while others will have the ultimate goal of having a two-person shower installed. Additionally when designing a new bathroom it's important to determine what the focal point of that bathroom is going to be.
When working with an Orange County bathroom designer you should stand in the bathroom doorway and determine what it is you'd like eyes to focus on first. It's important to keep in mind that eyes are generally drawn to sources of natural light before anything else and installing an illustrious tub under a window makes for a fantastic focal point in any bathroom. A sink could also be used in lieu of a bathtub as which looks great next to a vanity area.
Light: Ask any Orange County bathroom designer what the most important aspect of the bathroom is and they will tell you lighting. More specifically natural light is what an Orange County bathroom designer will look to capitalize on. Natural lighting that comes into bathrooms creates brightness, warmth, and a feeling of freshness which puts people at ease when in a bathroom. The Orange County bathroom designer you're working with will likely throw some recommendations your way with regards to what to place next to natural light, directly underneath it, and even away from it as to create a bathroom that feels warm and relaxing.
Storage: Storage isn't usually something that an Orange County bathroom designer will discuss with you right off the bat but rather will do so only after all other things have been considered and planned out. That's not to say that storage in a bathroom isn't of great importance because it is though there's simply a number of other things that need to be considered first. Once you get to the topic of storage however your Orange County bathroom designer will likely ask how much storage you need in this bathroom. Having adequate storage in a bathroom benefits every individual who uses that bathroom. Having soaps, toilet paper, and other bathroom accessories properly stocked can save people quite a bit of hassle and even embarrassment. Additionally an Orange County bathroom designer might recommend that in addition to utilizing a specific space for bathroom storage that you consider putting up shelves above the toilet and sinks in order to utilize what they often refer to as "dead space". Going this route will allow a bathroom be stocked and house more goods.
Plumbing: To the surprise of many individuals Orange County bathroom designers usually begin formulating layouts by basing things around the plumbing within a bathroom. Plumbing often dictates a bathroom's layout especially if you're redecorating or putting a new bathroom together on a tight budget. Plumbing is the most expensive part of putting together a new bathroom an individual will want to spend considerable time discussing with your Orange County bathroom designer just how the plumbing layout will affect the rest of the bathroom. It's also a good idea to get an estimate from contractors and/or a plumber if you're considering changing pipe positions. Those operating on a small budget may elect to leave pipes in place but that choice ultimately limits redecorated options.
When working with an Orange County bathroom designer you should stand in the bathroom doorway and determine what it is you'd like eyes to focus on first. It's important to keep in mind that eyes are generally drawn to sources of natural light before anything else and installing an illustrious tub under a window makes for a fantastic focal point in any bathroom. A sink could also be used in lieu of a bathtub as which looks great next to a vanity area.
Light: Ask any Orange County bathroom designer what the most important aspect of the bathroom is and they will tell you lighting. More specifically natural light is what an Orange County bathroom designer will look to capitalize on. Natural lighting that comes into bathrooms creates brightness, warmth, and a feeling of freshness which puts people at ease when in a bathroom. The Orange County bathroom designer you're working with will likely throw some recommendations your way with regards to what to place next to natural light, directly underneath it, and even away from it as to create a bathroom that feels warm and relaxing.
Storage: Storage isn't usually something that an Orange County bathroom designer will discuss with you right off the bat but rather will do so only after all other things have been considered and planned out. That's not to say that storage in a bathroom isn't of great importance because it is though there's simply a number of other things that need to be considered first. Once you get to the topic of storage however your Orange County bathroom designer will likely ask how much storage you need in this bathroom. Having adequate storage in a bathroom benefits every individual who uses that bathroom. Having soaps, toilet paper, and other bathroom accessories properly stocked can save people quite a bit of hassle and even embarrassment. Additionally an Orange County bathroom designer might recommend that in addition to utilizing a specific space for bathroom storage that you consider putting up shelves above the toilet and sinks in order to utilize what they often refer to as "dead space". Going this route will allow a bathroom be stocked and house more goods.
Plumbing: To the surprise of many individuals Orange County bathroom designers usually begin formulating layouts by basing things around the plumbing within a bathroom. Plumbing often dictates a bathroom's layout especially if you're redecorating or putting a new bathroom together on a tight budget. Plumbing is the most expensive part of putting together a new bathroom an individual will want to spend considerable time discussing with your Orange County bathroom designer just how the plumbing layout will affect the rest of the bathroom. It's also a good idea to get an estimate from contractors and/or a plumber if you're considering changing pipe positions. Those operating on a small budget may elect to leave pipes in place but that choice ultimately limits redecorated options.
Orange County Bathroom Remodeling: Bathtubs Buying Guide
Custom showers are popular because they allow individuals to have a shower built on the spot to whatever specifications they want. Some individuals want nothing more than a small tile enclosure built into an unusual corner while others opt for something really unusual like a stone lined area that opens to the master bedroom. Custom showers require a skilled hand to build as well as a custom shower fixture, drain, and a curtain or door with custom-built as well. An Orange County bathroom remodeling specialist can help you determine what works best for you and your home.
The majority of custom showers begin with a shower pan that serves as a base along within an integral drain connection. Orange County bathroom remodeling specialist will usually make sure that homeowners are aware that these can be purchased as premade polymer, poured masonry, or as a composite unit which is both a time and money saver.
The installation of custom shower should be handled only by professionals and while you're Orange County bathroom remodeling specialist will undoubtedly be helpful in choosing a style and color that's right for you and your home, a contractor or plumber is generally recommended in such a scenario. This is because flooring underneath and on the sides of custom shower will need to be properly waterproofed and the process isn't something the layperson should ever try to tackle on their own. Most waterproofing jobs entail walls being covered in 15 pound builders felt and panels of cement and backer board screwed into studs along with a final layer of ceramic tile, marble, slate or other solid surface.
Once the installation has been planned out or been addressed, and individual and the Orange County bathroom remodeling specialist they're working with can begin discussing the installation of luxuries such as seats, multiple shower heads, and even steam shower generators. All of these things can make a shower seem more like a massage and make showering something individuals can't wait to do.
Steam Showers
Steam showers have been very popular at health clubs and gyms for many decades because of their ability to help relax muscles, provide relief for aching joints, and rejuvenate worn out bodies. Due to their massive popularity steam shower manufacturers have turned their focus on the home market and now make available a wide range of products from steam shower units to steam capabilities for a conventional shower, to the average consumer. As always be sure to consult with your Orange County bathroom remodeling specialist before moving forward with the purchase of any steam shower.
The majority of custom showers begin with a shower pan that serves as a base along within an integral drain connection. Orange County bathroom remodeling specialist will usually make sure that homeowners are aware that these can be purchased as premade polymer, poured masonry, or as a composite unit which is both a time and money saver.
The installation of custom shower should be handled only by professionals and while you're Orange County bathroom remodeling specialist will undoubtedly be helpful in choosing a style and color that's right for you and your home, a contractor or plumber is generally recommended in such a scenario. This is because flooring underneath and on the sides of custom shower will need to be properly waterproofed and the process isn't something the layperson should ever try to tackle on their own. Most waterproofing jobs entail walls being covered in 15 pound builders felt and panels of cement and backer board screwed into studs along with a final layer of ceramic tile, marble, slate or other solid surface.
Once the installation has been planned out or been addressed, and individual and the Orange County bathroom remodeling specialist they're working with can begin discussing the installation of luxuries such as seats, multiple shower heads, and even steam shower generators. All of these things can make a shower seem more like a massage and make showering something individuals can't wait to do.
Steam Showers
Steam showers have been very popular at health clubs and gyms for many decades because of their ability to help relax muscles, provide relief for aching joints, and rejuvenate worn out bodies. Due to their massive popularity steam shower manufacturers have turned their focus on the home market and now make available a wide range of products from steam shower units to steam capabilities for a conventional shower, to the average consumer. As always be sure to consult with your Orange County bathroom remodeling specialist before moving forward with the purchase of any steam shower.
Monday, February 21, 2011
Before an individual purchases a new bathtub there are a great many things to consider. In order to ensure that the right bathtub is purchased it's a good idea to consult with an Orange County bathroom designer. These individuals can help people not only find bathtubs that match or compliment the decor already in their bathroom but can help them find bathtubs that both look good and fall within their budget as well.
It's important keep in mind even while working with an Orange County bathroom remodeling specialist that traditional tubs as well as whirlpool tubs are available in four different styles. These styles are named after the way in which they are installed. These include recessed, corner, drop-in, and freestanding. All the tubs also come in a wide variety of different shapes and sizes and are also made from different materials and can also be found in a wide variety of colors. They're can also be found in left-handed and right handed versions to make matters even more confusing. To determine what type will work best for your bathroom, you and your Orange County bathroom designer will need to face the area where the tub will sit and view where the plumbing lies.
Recessed
Recessed tubs are sometimes called alcove tubs and fit snugly into their spaces leaving only the front of the tub to be finished. This is the most popular type of bathtub on the market because it is space efficient and extremely affordable.
The majority of recessed tubs are 16 inches long and fit into 5 x 7' bathrooms. If you're in need of something a little larger than you'll want to talk to your Orange County bathroom designer about recessed tubs that are 72 inches long and 16 inches deep.
A great number of recessed tubs are molded from steel and come with an enamel finish. While many Orange County bathroom designers often recommend this type of tub because it is the most affordable, their light weight makes them noisy and prone to chipping. Though they are a little more expensive a better option is a cast iron recessed tub with an enamel finish. If this is the route you choose however consult with an Orange County bathroom designer to make sure that your bathroom floor can support the weight associated with these tubs.
Corner
Your basic corner tub is simply a bathtub that fits into a corner with two unfinished sides and one or two finished sides. These types of bathtubs are most commonly triangular and box shaped.
Drop-in
Drop-in bathtubs are unique in that they generally set on a platform or are set into the floor. These tubs are available in a wide variety of shapes and are usually made from plastic or acrylic and are often reinforced with fiberglass. These bathtubs are very light weight but also prone to dulling and scratching. If you're considering a drop in bathtub than you'll want to consult with an Orange County bathroom designer to determine which shape and type will work best for you and your bathroom.
Freestanding
The layperson generally doesn't know the name of those popular clawfoot tubs seen in movies, television and even in some homes. These are freestanding bathtubs and sit directly on the bathroom floor though there are a few models designed to fit into a specific platform. These bathtubs are attractive to consumers but as an Orange County bathroom remodeling specialist can tell you, they're the most expensive of all bathtubs and require the most work as all sides are exposed and will need to be finished. Some freestanding tubs are made of cast-iron while others are made of lightweight materials. You and your Orange County bathroom designer will have to figure out whether or not your bathroom floor can withstand the weight of this type of tub without additional buttressing.
Whirlpool Tubs
A whirlpool tub is just like a regular bathtub with one exception. These bathtubs provide their owners with therapeutic Hydro-massage. Additionally whirlpool bathtubs come in the same basic styles that traditional bathtubs come in though the drop-in whirlpool bathtub is the most popular. If you're leaning towards the purchase of a whirlpool bathtub be sure to speak with an Orange County bathroom designer about the higher cost of the unit itself and any special framing that might need to be applied. Some of these whirlpool tubs also require a dedicated water heater and electrical circuits so be sure those topics comes up as well. Other topics to cover with your Orange County bathroom designer are noisy pumps, placement of the pump, variable speed pumps and even timer options.
It's important keep in mind even while working with an Orange County bathroom remodeling specialist that traditional tubs as well as whirlpool tubs are available in four different styles. These styles are named after the way in which they are installed. These include recessed, corner, drop-in, and freestanding. All the tubs also come in a wide variety of different shapes and sizes and are also made from different materials and can also be found in a wide variety of colors. They're can also be found in left-handed and right handed versions to make matters even more confusing. To determine what type will work best for your bathroom, you and your Orange County bathroom designer will need to face the area where the tub will sit and view where the plumbing lies.
Recessed
Recessed tubs are sometimes called alcove tubs and fit snugly into their spaces leaving only the front of the tub to be finished. This is the most popular type of bathtub on the market because it is space efficient and extremely affordable.
The majority of recessed tubs are 16 inches long and fit into 5 x 7' bathrooms. If you're in need of something a little larger than you'll want to talk to your Orange County bathroom designer about recessed tubs that are 72 inches long and 16 inches deep.
A great number of recessed tubs are molded from steel and come with an enamel finish. While many Orange County bathroom designers often recommend this type of tub because it is the most affordable, their light weight makes them noisy and prone to chipping. Though they are a little more expensive a better option is a cast iron recessed tub with an enamel finish. If this is the route you choose however consult with an Orange County bathroom designer to make sure that your bathroom floor can support the weight associated with these tubs.
Corner
Your basic corner tub is simply a bathtub that fits into a corner with two unfinished sides and one or two finished sides. These types of bathtubs are most commonly triangular and box shaped.
Drop-in
Drop-in bathtubs are unique in that they generally set on a platform or are set into the floor. These tubs are available in a wide variety of shapes and are usually made from plastic or acrylic and are often reinforced with fiberglass. These bathtubs are very light weight but also prone to dulling and scratching. If you're considering a drop in bathtub than you'll want to consult with an Orange County bathroom designer to determine which shape and type will work best for you and your bathroom.
Freestanding
The layperson generally doesn't know the name of those popular clawfoot tubs seen in movies, television and even in some homes. These are freestanding bathtubs and sit directly on the bathroom floor though there are a few models designed to fit into a specific platform. These bathtubs are attractive to consumers but as an Orange County bathroom remodeling specialist can tell you, they're the most expensive of all bathtubs and require the most work as all sides are exposed and will need to be finished. Some freestanding tubs are made of cast-iron while others are made of lightweight materials. You and your Orange County bathroom designer will have to figure out whether or not your bathroom floor can withstand the weight of this type of tub without additional buttressing.
Whirlpool Tubs
A whirlpool tub is just like a regular bathtub with one exception. These bathtubs provide their owners with therapeutic Hydro-massage. Additionally whirlpool bathtubs come in the same basic styles that traditional bathtubs come in though the drop-in whirlpool bathtub is the most popular. If you're leaning towards the purchase of a whirlpool bathtub be sure to speak with an Orange County bathroom designer about the higher cost of the unit itself and any special framing that might need to be applied. Some of these whirlpool tubs also require a dedicated water heater and electrical circuits so be sure those topics comes up as well. Other topics to cover with your Orange County bathroom designer are noisy pumps, placement of the pump, variable speed pumps and even timer options.
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Friday, February 18, 2011
Orange County Bathroom Remodeling: Bathroom Design Priorities
When you set out to design a new bathroom it is of the utmost importance to determine exactly what your priorities are. Ask yourself what's most important to you in your bathroom. For some individuals their priority will be a fabulous step up bath while others will have the ultimate goal of having a two-person shower installed. Additionally when designing a new bathroom it's important to determine what the focal point of that bathroom is going to be.
When working with an Orange County bathroom designer you should stand in the bathroom doorway and determine what it is you'd like eyes to focus on first. It's important to keep in mind that eyes are generally drawn to sources of natural light before anything else and installing an illustrious tub under a window makes for a fantastic focal point in any bathroom. A sink could also be used in lieu of a bathtub as which looks great next to a vanity area.
Light: Ask any Orange County bathroom designer what the most important aspect of the bathroom is and they will tell you lighting. More specifically natural light is what an Orange County bathroom designer will look to capitalize on. Natural lighting that comes into bathrooms creates brightness, warmth, and a feeling of freshness which puts people at ease when in a bathroom. The Orange County bathroom designer you're working with will likely throw some recommendations your way with regards to what to place next to natural light, directly underneath it, and even away from it as to create a bathroom that feels warm and relaxing.
Storage: Storage isn't usually something that Orange County bathroom designers will discuss with you right off the bat but rather will do so only after all other things have been considered and planned out. That's not to say that storage in a bathroom isn't of great importance because it is though there's simply a number of other things that need to be considered first. Once you get to the topic of storage however your Orange County bathroom designer will likely ask how much storage you need in this bathroom. Having adequate storage in a bathroom benefits every individual who uses that bathroom. Having soaps, toilet paper, and other bathroom accessories properly stocked can save people quite a bit of hassle and even embarrassment. Additionally an Orange County bathroom designer might recommend that in addition to utilizing a specific space for bathroom storage that you consider putting up shelves above the toilet and sinks in order to utilize what they often refer to as "dead space". Going this route will allow a bathroom be stocked and house more goods.
Plumbing: To the surprise of many individuals Orange County bathroom designers usually begin formulating layouts by basing things around the plumbing within a bathroom. Plumbing often dictates a bathroom's layout especially if you're redecorating or putting a new bathroom together on a tight budget. Plumbing is the most expensive part of putting together a new bathroom an individual will want to spend considerable time discussing with your Orange County bathroom designer just how the plumbing layout will affect the rest of the bathroom. It's also a good idea to get an estimate from contractors and/or a plumber if you're considering changing pipe positions. Those operating on a small budget may elect to leave pipes in place but that choice ultimately limits redecorated options.
When working with an Orange County bathroom designer you should stand in the bathroom doorway and determine what it is you'd like eyes to focus on first. It's important to keep in mind that eyes are generally drawn to sources of natural light before anything else and installing an illustrious tub under a window makes for a fantastic focal point in any bathroom. A sink could also be used in lieu of a bathtub as which looks great next to a vanity area.
Light: Ask any Orange County bathroom designer what the most important aspect of the bathroom is and they will tell you lighting. More specifically natural light is what an Orange County bathroom designer will look to capitalize on. Natural lighting that comes into bathrooms creates brightness, warmth, and a feeling of freshness which puts people at ease when in a bathroom. The Orange County bathroom designer you're working with will likely throw some recommendations your way with regards to what to place next to natural light, directly underneath it, and even away from it as to create a bathroom that feels warm and relaxing.
Storage: Storage isn't usually something that Orange County bathroom designers will discuss with you right off the bat but rather will do so only after all other things have been considered and planned out. That's not to say that storage in a bathroom isn't of great importance because it is though there's simply a number of other things that need to be considered first. Once you get to the topic of storage however your Orange County bathroom designer will likely ask how much storage you need in this bathroom. Having adequate storage in a bathroom benefits every individual who uses that bathroom. Having soaps, toilet paper, and other bathroom accessories properly stocked can save people quite a bit of hassle and even embarrassment. Additionally an Orange County bathroom designer might recommend that in addition to utilizing a specific space for bathroom storage that you consider putting up shelves above the toilet and sinks in order to utilize what they often refer to as "dead space". Going this route will allow a bathroom be stocked and house more goods.
Plumbing: To the surprise of many individuals Orange County bathroom designers usually begin formulating layouts by basing things around the plumbing within a bathroom. Plumbing often dictates a bathroom's layout especially if you're redecorating or putting a new bathroom together on a tight budget. Plumbing is the most expensive part of putting together a new bathroom an individual will want to spend considerable time discussing with your Orange County bathroom designer just how the plumbing layout will affect the rest of the bathroom. It's also a good idea to get an estimate from contractors and/or a plumber if you're considering changing pipe positions. Those operating on a small budget may elect to leave pipes in place but that choice ultimately limits redecorated options.
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Wednesday, January 26, 2011
Orange County Home Improvement: Bathtub Faucets & Fittings
A good example of this is bathtub faucets and fittings. Faucets and fittings for bathtubs come in a wide variety of styles, colors, and are made from different materials. An Orange County bathroom remodeling specialist can help you choose a style and material that's going to work best in your bathroom. One of the most common suggestions an Orange County bathroom designer makes is to purchase matching handles for sinks, tubs, and showers.
When it comes to fittings Orange County bathroom designers often recommend that their clients purchase fittings made from brass which while costing more than plastic lasts much longer and is more durable. Additionally brass faucets are available in chrome, brass, and even powder coated enamel but those individuals who have unique tastes in decor can also find them in nickel, gold, and even oil rubbed bronze. While Orange County bathroom designers generally make recommendations based on client input the final decision will always be made by the client and their personal tastes in decor.
While deciding on which fittings to buy for a new bathroom usually comes down to cost and durability, faucets are a different matter altogether. Orange County bathroom remodeling designers usually make it a
priority to inform clients that some faucets, while nice to look at, can create hassles and result in high costs should they ever need to be repaired. For this reason alone many of them recommend washer-less faucets which do cost a bit more than your average faucet but also offer maximum performance and durability to offset the cost.
Looking for an Orange County Home Improvement Specialist? Then look no further. My Home Improvement Club Orange County pre-screens local Orange County contractors and providers.
Get FREE bids on all your home improvement projects.
It's FREE to join and they even offer a warranty on projects done by their approved professionals.
Get FREE bids on all your home improvement projects.
It's FREE to join and they even offer a warranty on projects done by their approved professionals.
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