Many homeowners live by the phrase “If it’s not broke… don’t fix it” but waiting too long to repair your shower facility can do more harm than good. Uncovering walls will bring surprises like damaged framing, rotted subfloors, termites <ick>, mold etc… Here are a few signs that you may need a tub replacement: Soap dish fell off the wall. Missing grout. Moldy grout. MOUNDS of … [Read more...] about 3 Options for a Tub Replacement
Why do I need a membrane for a Tile Floor?
It's common these days to hear about a membrane from your local tile contractor. Are they needed… or is it an unnecessary up-sell? Let me give you the breakdown. A tile membrane will offer crack isolation properties when installing tile provided the sub floor and existing structure meets deflection requirements. Deflection is a calculation based on the span of the floor, size of joists (and a … [Read more...] about Why do I need a membrane for a Tile Floor?
Converting Your Tub To A Shower – What Is Involved?
If you're tired of the old and no longer enjoyable bathtub in your bathroom have you considered replacing the tub with a walk-in shower? This isn't exactly the easiest project for the homeowner to complete but it's also not the most expensive project for a professional either. A new shower in your bathroom will modernize your bathroom, give you a fresh start and allow you get more enjoyment out … [Read more...] about Converting Your Tub To A Shower – What Is Involved?
Shower Faucets and Body Sprays (Plumbing Rough-In)
A shower faucet can be as simple or complicated as you prefer and like many, focus is steering away from a standard single handle faucet to spa-type configurations with multiple shower heads, spray wands, body sprays etc… (let’s face it, all we do is work nowadays so more time in the shower is a mini-vacation…). Bathroom remodeling is like clockwork for me and after 15 years in the business I was … [Read more...] about Shower Faucets and Body Sprays (Plumbing Rough-In)
Tile Shower Layout
After browsing around a few contractor, homeowner and photo-type forums I took notice to some proudly posted photos that I thought were less than desirable based on the tile layout. My first thought was, "What is a proper way to place the tile so that everything matches up nice...?" and thought that would be a good topic for a blog. Anyway, before I can answer that I'll start off with a few … [Read more...] about Tile Shower Layout
Wedge Wire Shower Drains – Bring that shower ALIVE!!!
There’s TONS of shower drain options and manufacturer’s on the market today. It can be a challenge just to find a drain that will match up with your preferred style and appearance but here are a few tips when making your selections: Make sure you can match up to your faucet finish (or you could make it easy and choose a tile-top drain…) Choose a drain that is manufactured by a reputable … [Read more...] about Wedge Wire Shower Drains – Bring that shower ALIVE!!!
My bathroom is small. How much will it cost?
Does size matter? Well it probably does when it comes to the pocket book but for the most part all bathrooms are small. In fact, (aside from your closets and mud room) bathrooms are generally the smallest rooms in the house. Either way, the topic of this blog is always a consideration when you’re planning to remodel your bathroom and formulating a budget. One of our most recent jobs was a … [Read more...] about My bathroom is small. How much will it cost?
Will my toilet be functional during a Bathroom Remodel?
Sure it will! Remodeling can be tough when there’s only one bathroom in the house, but taking proper steps throughout the project will ensure that the toilet can be useable at the end of each day’s work. Many “tile setters” don’t do much with plumbing, so be sure to keep that in mind when selecting your contractor. You will want a company that is competent and well versed in all phases of … [Read more...] about Will my toilet be functional during a Bathroom Remodel?
Oh NO! A Contractor took my money and didn’t finish the job… What should I do?
Stay calm and don’t panic, but now you have to face the fact that you have been taken. Every month, I receive a handful of phone calls with similar stories about unscrupulous contractors taking advantage of homeowners which creates an immediate call to action. Understandably, I can’t do much in these unfortunate situations because 90% of the budget has already been spent and I would be expected … [Read more...] about Oh NO! A Contractor took my money and didn’t finish the job… What should I do?
Adding Elegance to your shower with Tile Top Drains
There are numerous selections to keep in mind when planning a bathroom project or shower installation and I've found one little knicknack that won’t burden your choices in faucet finishes! Tile Top drains (yep, No more plain drains...) have increased in popularity for a custom look and feel to your shower. These drains will allow you to choose any faucet finish or change the faucet finish years … [Read more...] about Adding Elegance to your shower with Tile Top Drains
