Tag: bathroom
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Should I add a double or single sink in a bathroom?
Choosing between a double or single sink in a bathroom can often define the entire layout of your design. Single basins have been seen in bathroom designs up and down the country for years, but installing a double inset sink or twin basins side-by-side is increasingly becoming a firm favourite in family bathrooms or luxurious…
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Key Tips for Finishing Your Basement & Adding a Bathroom
Transforming an unfinished basement into a functional living space with a bathroom represents one of the most valuable home improvement projects you can undertake. This comprehensive renovation not only expands your home’s usable square footage but also enhances convenience, increases property value, and creates new possibilities for how you use your lower level. However, adding…
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Vintage Meets Modern Flair in a Brooklyn Bath Reno
In the tight confines of an East Flatbush, Brooklyn, bathroom, Allyson, an attorney, has conjured a jewel box of global inspiration, a space where salvaged 19th-century doors meet meticulously laid marble and brass inlays. But it’s the floor—a geometric tapestry of cool marble and warm brass, painstakingly assembled—that whispers of a homeowner’s audacious vision, a…
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Women GC & Mid-Century Bath Reno in Los Angeles
First-time homeowners Liz and Kevin, tackling a 1923 Spanish Revival in South L.A., discovered a hidden challenge: significant water damage beneath their primary bathroom. What began as a necessary gut renovation quickly blossomed into a dream project, fueled by their passion for Mid-Century design and a desire for a spa-like retreat. Teaming up with a…
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Small Bathroom Remodel Costs 2025
Homeowners face escalating costs for small bathroom remodels in 2025. New tariffs on imports, coupled with persistent supply chain volatility, drive material prices upward. This blog dissects the current market, providing actionable insights into budgeting and cost-saving measures. We cut through the noise, delivering the data you need to navigate the financial realities of renovating…
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Another Design Box Checked – The Kids’ Bath Wallpaper Reveal!
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Well, well, well. A year and a half after the “reveal”, I finally did the update that this bathroom always wanted – wallpaper, and it looks so good that even my kids noticed and went out of their way to tell me! There is nothing sweeter than your 11-year-old son saying “Mama, I love the…
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Wet room vs bathroom: The pros and cons
When it comes to making the most of space in what is often the smallest room in the house, choosing a wet room over a bathroom can be a smart design play. Free of shower cubicles, bath, toilet and sink all competing for space, a wet room can feel sleek, stylish and unconfined. But you…
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Cost of Adding a Bathroom in 2025: Prices & Tips
Forget the crystal ball, grab a calculator. Adding a bathroom in 2025 isn’t just about picking paint colors; it’s a budget battleground. Material prices are shifting, labor costs are evolving, and that “simple” upgrade? It’s got a complex price tag. Let’s break down the real costs, from plumbing to permits, so you know exactly what…
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How Long Does a Bathroom Remodel Take?
Are you planning a bathroom renovation soon? Knowing the timeline is crucial for staying sane and on budget. Forget vague estimates—we’re diving deep into the nitty-gritty, outlining every phase from pre-construction prep to the final punch list. Learn the realistic timeframes, potential pitfalls, and expert tips to keep your project on track and minimize those…
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Hotel bathroom ideas – expert tips on recreating them at home
It’s likely we’ve all fallen in love with a hotel bathroom at some point in our lives. And, when it comes to bathroom design ideas for our own homes, there’s often something about hotel bathroom ideas that can captivate our imagination. But, the reality is, not all of them are suited to a domestic use,…