Porcelain vs Ceramic

Porcelain vs Ceramic

So, you’ve heard of various types of tiles spoken about; typically ceramic and porcelain. We’re often asked, “What’s the difference?” What’s the difference functionally? What’s the difference from a style perspective? And, what’s the difference from a cost perspective?  

Why you Need a Ventilation Fan

Why you Need a Ventilation Fan

Most cities and counties now are requiring that bathrooms have a ventilation fan, even if you have windows. The code’s requirements change over time. What the cities and counties have figured out is that when it’s cold outside people don’t open the window. Or maybe you have a high narrow window over your tub or shower that isn’t easily accessible to open. What they want is an active ventilation system in the bathroom. They’re also going to require now that a fan is ventilated out of the bathroom to the exterior and not just into the attic. This can be either through the roof or in some cases the sidewall of the home.  

Bathroom Faucet Options

Bathroom Faucet Options

If you’ve read any of our other blogs, then you know how many options you have when selecting bathroom fixtures. From the functionality to the faucet material color, there are many options to consider – so how do you choose the right one for your bathroom?  

Correct Bathroom Design

Correct Bathroom Design

One of the questions I’m asked all the time is, “have you ever had someone ask you to do things in the design that were flat out ugly? And what did you tell them?” Of course, we’ve had people ask for things that we didn’t feel went well together, because not everyone is going to have the same taste or vision for their bathroom remodel. For example, we had a client request a Dodger themed bathroom, complete with baseball door handles. While not everyone is going to love that, we did our best to ensure the client’s vision was captured and brought to life.  

Shower Head Set Up

Shower Head Set Up

Although there are numerous ways to customize your shower, showerheads fall into four basic categories:  

Pros Cons of Doorless Showers

Pros Cons of Doorless Showers

A doorless, walk-in, or curbless shower offers some advantages that traditional shower stalls lack. Before you decide to do this, there are some factors you need to consider. Below are some pros and cons that go along with this particular bathroom feature.  

How to Equip the Perfect Bathroom According to your Lifestyle

How to Equip the Perfect Bathroom According to your Lifestyle

Whether you’re looking for luxury at home or caring for an elderly loved one, your bathroom design can make a big difference in how you live your life. With the right décor and a few helpful features in place, you can enjoy a beautiful, comfortable bathroom that serves your needs. From a luxe spa-like retreat in the master bathroom to a cozy guest bath tucked in a hallway, it’s easy to elevate this part of your home and take it to the next level. Check out these helpful tips to guide you and give you inspiration so that you can design the ultimate bathroom according to your unique lifestyle.  

Hiring the right person for remodeling

Hiring the right person for remodeling

So, let’s start with experience. The first thing you want to do is find someone who actually has experience building the type of project that you are building. You certainly wouldn’t go to a knee doctor for brain surgery and you certainly wouldn’t go to a brain surgeon for knee surgery. So, experience is number one. Find somebody who actually has a track record building your type of project on a consistent basis cause, let’s face it, “practice makes perfect.”

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