This here is a perfect example of when your bathroom was strung along JUST a bit too far... Actually, in this situation, the homeowners bought this home just a few years back and knew a tub replacement was high up on the list. Not only because the there was 13 pounds of caulking around the tub spout but also the toilet was leaking and causing subfloor damage. But here … [Read more...] about Replacing a Whirlpool Bathtub
Tiling a floating shower bench
There are quite a few ways to add a floating bench into a tile shower. Most homeowners would rather tile one in just to keep that fully uniformed look. Honestly, I feel that's the way to go but other factors may come in to play during your design process. When you get into the specifics of application, I really do like some of the Better Bench products for tiling. This … [Read more...] about Tiling a floating shower bench
Claw Foot Bathtub installation with Slate Tile walls – Part 1
It's always neat when you get a phone call to tend to project in a historical home - Gettysburg, Pennsylvania to be exact. Not just your regular house as none of them are really all that "regular" since all of Gettysburg has some type of connection with the civil war... or simply just a few ghosts of war cruising around. Some more than others want to try and keep the theme in line when … [Read more...] about Claw Foot Bathtub installation with Slate Tile walls – Part 1
Panasonic Whisper Fan and Flush Mount LED’s in a Small Bathroom
While on this job... I thought I'd take a few minutes and grab some of my savvy cell phone shots and explain a few things I kicked around with my customer vs. the final outcome of lighting etc... Sooooo I have always installed Panasonic whisper fans in bathrooms and that's mainly because they are so quiet and don't seem to rattle even after a few years in place like some of the other brands. … [Read more...] about Panasonic Whisper Fan and Flush Mount LED’s in a Small Bathroom
Tile Shower with Boulder Seat and Custom Pebble floor.
Somewhere along the lines... I ended up with this big project outside of Harrisburg, in Thompsontown, PA. Mostly because there aren't really any contractors in that area and they thought I was the coolest one in all of America and the free world! :) All kidding aside and after seeing the photo's you can only imagine the time I spent on this bathroom remodel... so obviously, the homeowner's … [Read more...] about Tile Shower with Boulder Seat and Custom Pebble floor.
Installing a Pebble Shower Floor
Pebble shower floors are often overlooked and probably because you think it may be uncomfortable, hard to clean or slippery. There are definitely some Pro's and Con's but overall it can be much more comfortable and therapeutic than what you think... I can also depend on the type of pebbles you select for your floor. A flat shaved pebble is pretty much just like a standard porcelain tile on a … [Read more...] about Installing a Pebble Shower Floor
Tile Showers: Preformed Pans VS. Mud Floor
This is a pretty simple discussion because I know how to do the best of both worlds like many other qualified tile contractors. The problem occurs when a contractor has no idea how to do a mud floor... and watched an idiot proof video on youtube about how to install a Schluter Kerdi pan or something of the likes. I honestly do not believe that one way or the other is necessarily quicker or … [Read more...] about Tile Showers: Preformed Pans VS. Mud Floor
Sink and Vanity Ideas for a Small Bathroom
I was just in one of my suppliers the other day when I realized how much of a selection they had for smaller sinks and vanities for bathrooms. Since there is a high demand for these products in the area, I thought I'd whip out my trusty smart phone and take a few snap shots to give you some ideas... Just another good way to get the design juices flowing in your mind especially if you're looking … [Read more...] about Sink and Vanity Ideas for a Small Bathroom
Walk In Bathtubs VS. Tub to Shower Conversions
I'm not going to tell you one is better than the other because these are two great services that we offer and will specifically fit the needs and wants of your bathing experience. At anytime, if you're having doubts between the two it's best to weigh in on all the options and features... not only that because you may be ordered by your physician to have a walk in tub for therapeutic reasons. To … [Read more...] about Walk In Bathtubs VS. Tub to Shower Conversions
Selecting Tile For Your Barrier Free Shower? Here Are a Few Tips
There are hundreds of ways that you can remodel a bathroom into a Barrier Free or Roll In shower... well maybe only ONE real way but there are hundreds of products to choose from which can get very confusing. You could be in the position to need a project like this done to your own bathroom or even your folks and running around to multiple distributors can be hassle especially when they're all … [Read more...] about Selecting Tile For Your Barrier Free Shower? Here Are a Few Tips
