Exposed ceiling beams are sometimes requested in remodeling projects to create an industrial look. It is more common in basements where covering the ceiling evenly can be problematic because of ducts and pipes. However, homeowners are now requesting for the main living space and kitchens as well. It can be done as raw or stained wood, painted white or black.
Vanity lighting is an important, but often overlooked component of bathroom remodels. The right lighting can make all the difference! With the bathroom often being a place to unwind or recharge, don’t underestimate the importance of the lighting. Below, you will find more information on the technical aspects of bathroom vanity lighting.
Furniture Style Bathroom Vanity
When it comes to choosing a design style for your bathroom, there is a plethora of options to choose from. When it comes to the vanity style, there are some great varieties that will be a great addition to your home, with the bonus of the extra storage and functionality you crave in what could easily be the smallest room in your home.
Floating Bathroom Vanity
When it comes to remodeling your home, and especially your bathroom, there are so many different options and designs to choose from that it can seem overwhelming. The floating bathroom vanity is one of the many options that you have to look at when considering how you want your bathroom to be.
What is a Back Lit Vanity Mirror?
Bathrooms should be more than just a place you go when you need to use the toilet. In fact, the bathroom should be a place where you can relax in your bathtub after a long day at work. If you are looking to create an almost spa like experience in your own, personal bathroom, you should consider getting an illuminated bathroom mirror. It will help to provide the room with a stunning ambiance, both day and night. A back lit vanity mirror is nothing more than a traditional glass mirror that will combine a sleek design with functionality, using powerful, yet low energy lights behind the mirror. If you have always wanted one of these mirrors, here are some things to consider before remodeling your bathroom.
In a recent interview, Neil Parsons, owner of Design Build Planners, was asked the following questions about basic home improvement projects that may be achieved for less than $1,000.
Q: For homeowners looking to make home improvement upgrades, but only have a $1,000 budget, which areas of the home should they focus on? Why?
A: First, I believe that all homeowners should have a list of projects that need to be done. As we all have learned, anything committed in writing is more likely to get done. The list should be broken in two categories: things that need to be done and things than you want to have done. For example, you need to address a leaking faucet or pipe but, you want to change a kitchen countertop. I always suggest completing the needs before the wants for many reasons. One reason is goal setting. People will want to get through the needs as quick as possible to be able to start on the wants.
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In the 80’s and 90’s the term “master bathroom” had a standard of expectation that included five fixtures: two sinks, a toilet, a shower, and a jetted tub built into a tiled deck. During that period almost every upscale new single home, townhome, and condo were designed with this master bathroom. The minimum area required to reasonably fit all five fixtures is 80 square feet. Roomier ones exceed 100 square feet. At the same time, a master bathroom upgrade was a popular request for many in homes built earlier. Often the remodeling work would include stealing some space from a bedroom or a closet to achieve the room required.
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