Bath Shower Home Design

By Matt Weber Each year, professional remodelers and building- product suppliers put their heads together at the Remodeling Show/Deck Expo, where new tools and materials get a showcase and the craftsman that use them get a chance to offer face-to-face feedback. The Extreme How-To staff will be exhibiting at the convention this year in Nashville, TN, so if you make the trip, stop by booth 525 and say hello. In the meantime, here’s a preview of products that will be on display. Deckorators Heritage Decking Two new Deckorators Heritage deck boards bring interior design to outdoor living . Heritage Riverhouse and Heritage Smokehouse composite decking feature detailed embossing that offers the rustic look and feel of distressed wood flooring . The innovative embossing process creates a pattern that does not repeat for at least 12 feet, meaning boards are not only full of rich character, they are also unique. Riverhouse (brown) and Smokehouse (gray) are available in 12-, 16- and 20-ft....

Photo Credit: The Trendy Tot on Etsy There is nothing better than snuggling a freshly bathed baby in a warm cozy towel ! Make bathtime special with a towel that is customized, unique and beautiful. These fantastic Etsy sellers make sure there is something for everyone – from organic and minimalist to fun and whimsical! A special towel also makes an excellent gift as a treat to new parents since it is something they might not necessarily splurge on themselves! Photo Credit: Freckles on Etsy Snuggly ultra plush 100% cotton is accented by a modern floral print which makes for a towel that is perfectly functional yet beautifully decorative. Photo Credit: The Trendy Tot on Etsy This easily wearable, sleeveless towel is perfect for keeping kids warm straight out of the pool or covered while playing on the beach. Photo Credit: SDK Designs on Etsy Full of creativity and whimsy, this frog towel has fun accents like a ribbon tongue and even 4 frog “feet” extending from the towel edges! The ...

Whether you’re going for the minimal classic look or the ritzy boutique hotel style , Kya deLongchamps has all the tips for you to clean up in the bathroom. Traditional or boldly contemporary — as ever it’s in the bathroom that we Irish are willing to take real risks. Pared to its essentials, this is a space that has never looked better, working hard but discreetly, and delivering more than ever to the split millimetre. Simplified lines In contemporary and even traditional bathrooms, design lines are increasingly fuss-free. Showers continue to float in near frameless surrounds with flush trays and tanking solutions embedded beneath tiling , leading the field.  The bath refuses to be bullied out by the water charges, and here’s a big buaile bos for Heritage and their beautiful Japanese style tubs . This new metallic effect double - ended acrylic freestanding bath set against deeply coloured walls , looks fabulous without the weight of a heavy metal, joist-straining monster.  Choose f...

The bathroom is one of those spaces in the home that is used frequently. As such, you’d want to outfit this utilitarian zone with functional, quality fittings that are durable and easy to maintain. With so many choices of bathroom fittings available out there, choosing the right one can be daunting. So read this first before you go shopping. What do I need to look out for when purchasing faucets? When buying your faucet, ask about the type of faucet – ball, ceramic disc or cartridge – and whether replacement parts are available in the event of leaks or damage. Next, does the handle design matter ? Yes, long handles are ideal if you have children or elderly staying with you. Also, ensure that it comes with an aerator. Otherwise, you can buy and install your own aerator, which costs as little as $5, at hardware stores. Image credit: Grohe Tip! Look for the Water Efficiency Labelling Scheme (WELS) rating, initiated in 2009, for water- efficient bathroom fixtures . What are some features ...

In today's fast paced life , one hardly gets the time to have a relaxing bubble bath . It is the reason why bathtubs are largely being replaced by stalls and decorative shower stall enclosures . People who have the luxury of larger bathrooms can nonetheless opt for both bathtubs and shower stalls. Shower stalls are nothing but cubicles or cabins that hold all the shower accessories in them. They provide privacy and also satisfy the decorative purpose of the bathroom. Shower stalls enable combined usage of the bathrooms, since they provide a private bathing area to the person who is taking the bath. Due to many of their advantages, shower stalls have become a sort of need of contemporary bathrooms. The following article deals with shower enclosure designs and the things that you need to consider while selecting the best shower stall. Shower Stall Enclosure Designs There are numerous designs from which you can pick the best one to adorn your bathroom with. You can select from v...

Celebrating its fourth year, Design and Construction Week is trading in the bright lights of Las Vegas for the bustling hub of the Sunshine State – Orlando, FL. For three days this month, the halls of the Orange County Convention Center will host some 80,000+ design and residential construction professionals and more than 2,100 exhibitors at the Kitchen & Bath Industry Show and the International Builders’ Show. KBIS and IBS, hosted by the National Kitchen & Bath Association and the National Association of Home Builders, respectively, are expected to fill more than 900,000 sq. ft. of exhibit space with a wide array of products, demonstrations, live presentations and more. Both show floors will be open Tuesday through Thursday, Jan. 10-12, from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. On these pages, Kitchen & Bath Design News shares some of the stunning and innovative products that will be at the center of this year’s show. James Martin Furniture ’s (Booth S3828) Brookfield Collection vanity sh...