Bath Shower Home Design

I was never quite sure whether I liked handheld shower heads or not. It always annoyed me that they moved around in their holder, or that you had to pick them up and unwind the hose in order to use them. But it wasn't until I got really frustrated with the one in my current granny-house that I began to wonder seriously what good they were. This article is about the benefits of handheld and fixed showerheads , and how to switch one out for the other. From Wall Mount to Hand-Held Shower Head Normally I would never consider switching from a wall mount "fixed" shower head to a hand held one, but for new parents or pet owners the switch can be helpful. Hand held shower heads can be used for a variety of tasks, including: Washing your dog (or cat) in the tub. Showing your child how to take a shower for the first time. Playing "spray the kid" if your child is whining about having to take a bath. Rinsing your face and hair when you're still in the tub, if you don...

Marc the plumber : Hello and thank you for using JA.com. I will assist you today with your question to the best of my ability. Marc the plumber : Many times with replacement of seats and washers it takes time for the washers to mold and form to the seat. I always recommend working the handle back and forth and snug very tightly to ensure it forms properly. Marc the plumber : As for the leak down the wall...is it leaking around the handles? Most likely the packing nuts are Too loose and need tightening. The packing nuts are directly behind the handle ( the first nut on the stem) Marc the plumber : To tighten the packing nut I recommend removing the handle, turn the faucet on half way and then tighten the packing. Marc the plumber : Its ok that you did not replace the spout Customer: It's been 2 weeks. I've been working the handles but it's not helping. I've tried tightening down the packing nuts but if I tighten them too hard, the faucets can't turn. Customer: I...

Tiling a bathroom floor is one of the most cost- effective home improvement projects that needs moderate skills and correct materials. It’s a great way to add value to your bathroom remodel and can allow you to add upgrades like radiant heat. It’s easier than ever to source great-looking, affordable tile . Choosing the right tile color and style When selecting a tile for the floor, the color should be neutral and coordinate with your cabinetry, paint color and shower or bathtub. If your bathroom floor tends to get messy from dust and debris, consider a tile that isn’t a solid color – a variety of color changes or textures will do a better job hiding dirt than a solid color. Using a light color may contribute to a greater sense of space but that theory isn’t always true. The color choice should be more dependent upon how the color of the floor tile relates to the other colors in the room. Be sure you bring home samples of your top choices and set them on the floor next to your ot...

Remember the pinkish-tan/Band-Aid bathroom in my apartment? I’m still doing the best I can (short of gutting the whole thing) to make it feel cleaner, fresher and generally less awful, and my latest improvement measure was taking care of the undeniably revolting perma - mildew situation inside the bathtub/shower area. I realize the photo above might not look like much of an “after,” but let’s consider where we started: I know. It was really gross. Believe me, even after scrubbing everything with bleach and hot water, this was as clean as it got. There were loose tiles (hence the taped-up garbage bag, an attempt to keep water from getting inside of the wall) and failing grout, and nearly all of the caulk had gone permanently black . The outer layer of caulk was actually clear silicone, and I’m thinking the mildew likely came from the first layer of caulk having been applied over even older “infected” caulk without properly preparing the area first. Want to take a closer look? I’m sor...

Photo: wayfair.com The shower pan is an unsung hero in cramped bathing quarters that rely on a walk-in shower instead of a full-size bathtub. Its role? Protecting your subfloor from water damage by aiding drainage. This waterproof floor covering —often made of fiberglass, acrylic, or tile—slopes just enough to direct water toward the drain in the floor, thus eliminating most problems caused by lingering water, from mold and mildew growth to structural issues like wood rot. Whether you’re remodeling a bathroom to include a shower pan where none existed before or replacing one that’s seen its day, basic plumbing skills and a free weekend are all you need when learning how to install a shower pan. Why Switch to a Shower? Many homeowners choose a shower (and thus a shower pan, because you can’t have one without the other) over a bathtub when renovating in order to increase the available floor space and make the bathroom feel larger . Walk-in showers tend to be sleeker in style than boxy ...

– My Hubby and I decided to tackle our main bath redo that we had been wanting to complete since we moved into our house 3 years ago . This was no easy task….so don’t be fooled by these pics =) { p.s. we had no clue at this point that I was pregnant, and we are so happy that we were able to get this bathroom done before the baby arrives. He will like the bath tub, don’t ya think?! } This redo costs us under $1,000 for a completely gutted {well almost} and remodeled bathroom. Take a look at how we completed our project on a budget: Here is our bathroom after it had been gutted…. Sorry, for some reason I didn’t take any true BEFORE pictures {now, I’m mad}! Here my Hubby is removing the drywall to install cement board above the shower Cement board installed Starting to tile…. Shower tile complete ! We chose subway style tiles with a decorative border. What do you think? Here is a pic of the cabinet base painted black {using BEHR paint/primer in one in semi-gloss}, granite countertop i...

A dripping faucet is one of those chores that tend to get pushed to the bottom of the “honey-do” list. It’s not dangerous, like a sparking electrical outlet . It’s not super-annoying, like a Justin Bieber song , or a smoke detector that wants new batteries, and reminds you by chirping loudly every 30 seconds, ALL NIGHT LONG. It might seem a little intimidating, because you have to move the 247 containers of shampoo and conditioner and toilet cleaner and sponges and razor blades and feminine hygiene products from under the sink, so you can shut the water off. You then have to figure out how to take the faucet apart, and then actually go find the right parts and put the stupid thing back together. All this can lead to a decision to just let the leaking bathroom faucet keep on leaking. Deep in your environmentally responsible heart , though, you know that’s the wrong decision, and it’s really a pretty simple fix . Take heart, and follow our simple guide to fix YOUR leaking bathroom fau...