Bath Shower Home Design

Q: Can you recommend a waterproof no-VOC paint or coating for a bathroom? I am looking for a waterproof paint to use instead of using greenboard in the bath/shower room. Asked by Rick Editor: Here's what our friends at Green Home Guide say: Answered by Rick Goyette, Emerald Dream Builders Bath-shower specifications that mitigate moisture issues such as rot and mold are extremely important to maintaining durability and indoor air quality . I have a solution that will work as an alternative to greenboard for your bathroom project . First, the most important consideration for a green bathroom project is to address ventilation. There are four necessary conditions for mold to grow: A mold spore Mold food Moisture Temperature Venting moisture Of these conditions the easiest one to control is moisture. Ironically enough, the best method for controlling moisture is to ensure the space is ventilated to the exterior of your home. I recommend a bathroom fan with a humidity sensor to ensu...

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...