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22 Metal Tiles in Your Bathroom? What a strange combination you may be thinking, metal and water? But why not, aren’t your taps and faucets made of metal? Decorative metal tiles are an interesting alternative to glass and ceramic tiles. And just like their more traditional counterparts, they are available in smooth (polished or unpolished) finishes and can even be embossed with attractive designs. The only thing that the homeowner should be aware of is that some metals mature and may discolour overtime if they are exposed to constant moisture. So if you don’t mind the slight weathering, then metal tiles in your washroom may be the choice selection you are looking for. Recycled metal tiles can be a viable green alternative as well, these metal tiles are versatile and add a textural design element that is modern and hip that appeals to our visual senses. Metal tiles can also serve to counter balance the feeling of too much wood in your bathroom and add an upscale trendy feel to your loo. Read the rest of this entry » Jan
20 I caught up with Alison Turcotte, a business development manager of Wolseley Canada down at Home Expo 2010 about an hour before the show was about to end and despite the fact she was winding down from a very busy day she was mindful enough to chat with me about some interesting trends that were occurring in the bathroom industry. For those that are unfamiliar with Wolseley, they are a global company offering more than 175,000 products to over 27 countries worldwide in many different industries. So, whether you are constructing a new residence or simply upgrading a bathroom, their Kitchen & Bath showrooms offer you one of the biggest collections of plumbing fixtures, faucets, and bath accessories from quality name brands, displaying some of the latest trends and cutting-edge styles in the bathroom industry Read the rest of this entry » Jan
18 Hi everyone, it’s me again, Anthony. I just got back from the Home Expo 2010 Show down at the BMO Centre in Calgary, Alberta and I believe this is the first show of the year directed towards the housing industry. Home Expo is one of Calgary’s premier home, renovation and décor shows, this year featuring such personalities as Sarah Richardson (host of Sarah’s House on HGTV) and John Sillaots and Reena Nerbas. The show was very diverse this year and even included a section featuring Recreation and Investment Properties. I must say that it was really busy this year and having talked to some of the bathroom renovation sales reps and business owners down there, according to them, things seem to be picking up pretty good as we enter into 2010. One business owner even told me that compared to similar shows he had attended last September and October 2009, this year he was able to make twice the contacts and leads than last year, so he was definitely a happy camper! Read the rest of this entry » Jan
16 Shelves in your bathroom is a great idea. If you are like most homeowners, you are constantly running out of space in your lavatory. Adjustable bathroom wall shelves as opposed to a medicine or vanity cabinet, offers you an alternative solution to your bathroom storage problems or can serve to complement your existing cabinetry or bathroom furniture. Wall mounted shelves are a viable option for storing your bathroom accessories because they provide ample storage shelving without taking up any floor space. The great thing about bathroom accessories is that because of their appealing, quaint looking packaging, most bath items are suitable for display on a storage shelf. Lotions, bath salts in glass jars, exotic soaps and perfumes, even rolls of toilet paper add to the ambience of your shelf unit. The only thing that you have to remember is to organize your bathroom shelving unit so that it isn’t a jumbled mess of bathroom accessories. Hope fully these bathroom shelving ideas can help you organize your toiletries and essentials inside your bathroom. Read the rest of this entry » Jan
14 Home additions can be exciting. Whether you are planning on incorporating a home spa into your present bathroom floor plan or you just want to include a changing or sitting area where you can put on your makeup or even enjoy a beverage station, your new bath design must seamlessly incorporate these new design elements while at the same time leaving you enough room to perform your daily amenities. Planning is critical for any type of bathroom expansion. The first thing you must decide is whether you will be slotting in the addition to the exterior or interior of your home. It should go without saying that adding space to the exterior of your home will be a lot more expensive than if you are able to make the space internally. Unfortunately if you don’t have any extra space in your home, then an external addition may be your only alternative. Read the rest of this entry » Jan
11 A silky warm milk bath sounds sumptuous doesn’t it? And why not, how many times have we heard that milk is good for you. For ages nutritionists have been raving about how good milk is for your bones and teeth, so why wouldn’t it be good for your skin and complexion as well? What most people don’t realize is that women have been using milk as a beauty product secret for centuries and it is not until recently that the general public have been made aware of the replenishing wonders of a milk based bath. Milk baths when taken on a regular basis can soften and smooth your skin, even making it firmer and more radiant and silky to the touch due to milks natural exfoliation properties. While a milk bath does offer you the benefits of skin care in a home spa, you can also add other natural ingredients such as honey, oatmeal, lavender and even natural clay to increase the beautifying affects of your milk bath mixture. Read the rest of this entry » Jan
6 Today’s homeowners are always looking for new and creative ways to make their bathrooms work better. They want to create an impact in their homes without spending a lot of time and money in the process. Fortunately, there are many do-it-yourself projects that can easily transform your bath in just a weekend or two. These projects can not only increase the convenience, beauty and value of your home, they also will give you a sense of pride and personal accomplishment. Not to mention transform your lavatory into an attractive and welcoming functional oasis where you can linger and relax if you want to. Read the rest of this entry » Dec
29 At Bathroomguru Review we are constantly on the lookout for new and innovative ideas for your bathroom to inspire and challenge our readers. One online resource that we frequent is Trendhunter.com which looks at emerging trends in many different fields from around the world. While browsing through their archives I recently came across an article entitled "56 bold bathroom décor ideas". While there was some cutting edge, bold and inspirational washroom ideas, the one that caught my eye was the article on “one piece bathrooms”. With traditional lavatory design, everything in your bathroom is either built in or somehow hung from your restroom walls. But Undpartner, an Australian company, would like to challenge your concept of what is a conventional bathroom space with its one-piece-bath concept called of all things, the Panay. Read the rest of this entry » Dec
28 While down at the Buildex convention in Calgary, Alberta I had the opportunity to talk to Deano Pellegrino, the west coast sales manager of CaesarStone. CaesarStone is a manufacturer of quality quartz surfaces used by professional interior designers for home renovation and design applications. These quartz surfaces are so versatile they can be used for kitchen countertops, bathroom vanity countertops, backsplashes, wall paneling and can even be applied to quartz floor tiles amongst many other creative uses. Quartz surfaces are beautiful and durable and come in a vast range of original aesthetically pleasing finishes to suit just about everyone’s bathroom or home décor. Read the rest of this entry » Dec
23 Many first time home renovators are intimidated with copper plumbing because of its unforgiving nature. While it is true that copper can sometimes be a little tricky to work with, it is also a very stable, resilient and versatile plumbing material. Unlike plastic pipes, copper pipe takes special tools and practiced skills to get it right. Just be aware that you will be using a red hot soldering torch with equally hot solder in order to “sweat the joints” probably in a tight or enclosed cupboard space. But it’s not as intimidating as it sounds. Once you learn to respect the medium, soldering copper tubing will just be another skill you can use in your arsenal of tools when remodelling or renovating your bathroom. Read the rest of this entry »  | Thank you for visiting Bathroomguru Review – Your ultimate DIY home improvement destination for ideas on bathroom renovations, remodelling your bathroom, bathroom design tips & tricks, current bathroom trends, bathroom repair, bathroom product reviews and interviews with bathroom industry professionals. Check out our site to learn the secrets of professional bathroom renovators and make sure the job is done right the first time. We have the insider tactics and techniques to help you fix up that ugly bathroom!
If you are a first time bathroom renovator, you should create a bathroom renovation checklist to ensure a smooth transition from task to task and keep your bathroom renovation costs down. Fixtures such as faucets, pedestal sinks and medicine cabinets can be replaced quite easily when remodelling your small bathroom. However, if you are planning to put in a new bathtub, upgrade your shower, or re-tile your bathroom floor or walls then more renovation planning and bath design preparation will be needed. If you don’t plan on doing the work yourself, finding a reputable bath renovation contractor is very important.
Your bathroom renovations will be less expensive if you do the majority of the renovation work yourself, but be sensible. If you don’t need to reposition the plumbing pipes or the ventilation air ducts, then you can probably do the work yourself. But if most of the work incorporates plumbing then you may want to hire a professional plumber, so be prepared to add this expense to your bathroom remodeling budget.
Creating a theme for your bathroom will bring your bathroom design elements together. You can hire an interior decorator to help you find creative bath design ideas you may not have thought of by yourself or you can look at bathroom pictures in magazine or online for inspiration. Bathroom design has evolved from being just a place to wash and perform bodily functions to creating a more personalize bath space. A popular trend in bathrooms is to transform your master bath into a home spa that incorporates design functionality with therapeutic rejuvenation. Another trend in bathroom design is the incorporation of green eco-friendly building materials. Designing your bathroom can be done by anyone as long as you remember to apply the six principles of good bathroom design.
Upgrading your bathroom can be fun and exciting and if done properly updating your bathroom will be a good home investment for years to come. Come on in and lets get started with that bath renovation project you have been putting off for far tool long!
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