Spa style master bathrooms have become hugely popular in recent years and are a great way to make a master bathroom that little bit more indulgent and relaxing. But while many of these bathrooms have a distinctly Nordic influence, lately homeowners have been looking farther east for inspiration. The simple, zen-like vibe of Asian inspired […]
Bathroom, Bathroom Faucets, Bathroom Vanities, Decorating Ideas and Tips, Showers
Five Weekend Projects To Improve Your Bathroom On A Budget
30
Nov
Nov
Generally speaking, having an attractive, up-to-date bathroom is one of the most desirable features in all of contemporary home design. But whether you’re just moving into a new home, looking to move out of an old one, or just unable or unwilling to put in a lot of time and money to a major bathroom […]
17
Nov
Nov
A great bathroom faucet can totally transform the look and feel of your bathroom vanity, whether you’re installing it as part of a larger remodel or just swapping out your old one for a new style. But really nice, designer faucets are rarely cheap, and it can be tempting to just skimp on this feature […]
Bathroom, Bathroom Faucets, Decorating Ideas and Tips
Choosing A Bathroom Faucet To Round Out Your Luxury Bathroom Remodel
16
Nov
Nov
Choosing a new bathroom faucet is one of the easiest features to overlook in a major bathroom remodel. It’s a seemingly small item that certainly doesn’t make the list of desirable luxury features (steam shower! heated floors! whirlpool tub!), and is therefore often tragically relegated to the “necessity” list. But I think a new faucet […]
Bathroom, Bathroom Faucets, Bathroom Vanities
Off-The-Wall Wall Mounting Systems: Bathroom Vanities Built For Wall Mounted Faucets
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Oct
Oct
Adding a wall mounted faucet is a great way to add a designer flair to a bathroom of any size or shape. Unfortunately, doing so isn’t exactly easy: you’ll need to tear out part of your wall, reroute your plumbing, and work around any existing studs, to say nothing of retiling the wall when you’re […]
Bathroom, Bathroom Faucets, Bathroom Sinks, Bathroom Vanities, Bathtubs, Showers, Toilets
Age In Place Bathroom Design Part 2:Features Of An Accessible Bathroom
12
Oct
Oct
It’s an unfortunate fact that with age comes a gradual loss of mobility. These days, people are living longer, and that means it’s more important than ever to think about your quality of life ahead of time. If you want to remain in your home, adding accessibility features before you need them is an important […]
Bathroom, Bathroom Faucets, Bathtubs, Showers, Toilets
Age In Place Bathroom Design (Part 1): When And Why To Incorporate Accessibility Features Into Your Bathroom Remodel
07
Oct
Oct
If you’re planning a major bathroom renovation, there’s a good chance that you’ve at least heard mention of universal design, or seen ADA approved fixtures like toilets or bathtubs. But the concept of “age in place” bathroom design might never have come up directly. Essentially, the notion is to install accessibility features in your home […]
07
May
May
Far and away the vast majority of bathroom faucets look pretty similar – one or two handles, a standard spigot, and nothing really remarkable. Sure, some faucets are more beautiful and unique than others, but if you want to get something that will really stand out, you need to step a little ways out of […]
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Mar
Mar
Choosing a vessel sink faucet is a little more complicated than choosing any other kind of faucet. After all, the vast majority of bathroom faucets fit into a standard 4-inch, 3-hole spread, protrude a more or less standard distance forward, and pump water directly into your sink. But upgrading to a vessel sink presents a […]
"Green" Home, Bathroom Faucets, Showers, Toilets
Go Green: Top Eco Friendly Home Improvement Projects For The New Year
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Dec
Dec
Yesterday I mentioned that home improvement projects are making a big comeback. It’s going to be a good year to remodel, renovate, fix up, or update your home, but the common thread between all the most common projects is eco friendliness and sustainability. If you’re looking to green your home this year but aren’t quite […]