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Sign up for eletters today and get the latest how-to from Fine Homebuilding, plus special offers. I would like to start this post off with an apology for my lack of artistic skills.  I am a contractor not an illustrator.  Now that that is out of the way, let’s talk about my experience last week. On my current bathroom remodel the township wanted an inspection of the shower pan.  They required the drain to be plugged and the pan to be filled with 2″ of water.  I have to admit that this is the first time they had ever required an actual separate scheduled inspection of this.  I have no complaints though, if you stand behind your work, it should pass a water test. When the inspector got there, he looked at the pan and said that everything looked good.  I used the Kerdi membrane on top of my mortar base which is a topical waterproofing.  This means that any water that passes through the grout or tile never enters the mortar base as with a traditional PVC pan liner and clamping drain.  I...

Congratulations, you’re engaged! One of the best parts of wedding planning is getting to register for the gifts you would like. Today I’m sharing my tips for creating the perfect registry . Andrew and I are just a couple weeks away from our big day! Wedding planning has been so much fun and I’ve really enjoyed every step of it. Besides the fact that it’s fun to pick out items that you need and want for your new life together, I think that it’s also a really good thing to do together while you are engaged. It’s a chance to learn a lot about each other’s likes, dislikes and preferences. It’s interesting to see what is really important to a person or what they don’t care about as much. Fortunately Andrew and I have pretty similar tastes , so we both agreed on a lot of items. There weren’t a lot of things we had to compromise on. Step 1: Take Inventory If you are anything like Andrew and me, you probably have some items for your home already. I had moved back in with my parents to save som...

A bathroom renovation can add value to your property, if it’s done right. These three things are key. —— Believe it or not, there’s a right way to renovate your bathroom and a wrong way. Done right, a bathroom can boost the equity of a home, recouping up to 70 percent of the renovation costs. Done wrong, no matter how attractive, it can be a loss. Here are three things that are key to boosting the value of your home through a bathroom renovation. —— According to the 2015 Remodeling Cost vs. Value Report issued by the National Association of Realtors in conjunction with Hanley Wood’s Remodeling Magazine , a bathroom remodel can add up to 70 percent of its cost to the home’s value. But, you shouldn’t expect to recoup anywhere near that if you don’t make smart renovations .     How do you renovate your bathroom so you add value to your home? Start by taking the time to assess your home’s value. (Consult a real estate agent for an accurate estimate.) The last thing you want to do is pric...

Jacques6 Post 5 @minthybear19 - My house came with a double ended bathtub , but it had a very bad frame that creaked whenever you climbed into it. I remade it to have the side open for easy plumbing. We used a full box frame too, which worked great for the side door. Plumbing wise, I just had all of the plumbing redone to match the bathtub. It cost me quite a bit, but I'm fairly clueless about plumbing. At least this way, I know it's done professionally. The double ended bathtub is a great invention. I always didn't like the faucet on one side – just like you said, it's har4d to relax when you have a facet against your back. minthybear19 Post 4 @tanner182 - You'll love a double ended bath if you decide to put it in. We built a full box around it. I thought about building just the top frame and side, but I figured it would be easier on us -- and safer to sit on -- if we just built the complete box. It would have been hard to arrange the plumbing if we could mo...

One thing that gets the home emporium plenty of praise is its accommodating return policy : There's no time limit for any returns with receipt and packaging, and you'll still get 80% of the value as store credit for purchases without any records that are over a year old. This forgiving approach explains why the brand is so popular for wedding registries .

By Eleanor Boschert, Correspondent When the split-level home at 7 Broadmeadow Road transformed into a colonial with a customized new footprint, it became a unique home filled with an eclectic array of features. Its resulting charm and arts and crafts-style appeal has made it special with a style all its own. Listed by Diane Hughes Valente of Keller Williams Realty , this five-bedroom, three- full bath home is on the market for $1,175,000. Its 2,682 square feet of living space sits upon an more than 12,000-square- foot landscaped lot in a desirable location close to the Hersey Commuter Rail and Route I-95. The home is situated on a corner surrounded by mature trees and abundant greenery. From the driveway, a stone path leads underneath an arbor archway to the custom fenced-in backyard. Another walkway leads from the driveway to the front stoop. The vestibule- entry front door sits within sidelights and a slender Palladian window . It opens to a grand re- designed mar...

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The top five homes in the Houston area feature a little bit of everything, and a lot of what most average home owner 's don't have, which is why this is fun. Our friends at realtor.com have been making the rounds and have found some real gems out there, so take in the show and enjoy. Out first stop on the top five tour is in Conroe at this amazing ranch estate , located at 11173 Rose Royal Dr . This mission- style home sits on the high point of the ranch, providing scenic views from the gracious covered porches and large windows. A loggia along the southern facade features a pool, fountain, fireplace and gazebo. The entry foyer has soaring ceilings with french doors, views to the inviting pool, and passage doorways leading to the rest of the home. The kitchen is configured as a spacious galley with granite counters, Jenn-Air appliances, a Decor coffee machine and pantry. The dining room is oversize to accommodate grand feasts and has a wall of glass-paned cabinets. Fren...

September 25, 2006 | By Kimi Yoshino, Tribune Newspapers The hotel bathtub is going down the drain. In today's hurried society, baths are becoming a rare occurrence, some hoteliers say, so tubs are being replaced with larger shower-only stalls. Also, the ick factor keeps many hotel guests out of tubs. Some are grossed out by the thought of who might have been soaking there before they checked in. Hilton, one of the world's largest hoteliers, yanked bathtubs from two of its marquee properties, the Beverly Hilton and Hilton New York. One of its chief rivals, Marriott, also is hauling some tubs to the trash. When the upscale Sofitel Los Angeles finished a $ 40 million renovation in June, only 77 of its 309 rooms were left with tubs. The Sofitel put in rain showers and hand- held shower wands , with privacy glass that allows for a one-way view of the Hollywood sign or the 32-inch flat-panel TV (sound is piped into the bathroom through speakers). "Given time constraints and ...

Are you having problems bathing in the shower? Shower chairs, shower seats, or shower stools might be your answer. These safety furniture are well-designed for elderly care or for people with disability. You can use them too, and never worry about accidents in the shower. They are easy to use and easy to install. Here is more information about the product. You may seen advertisements for shower chairs and are wondering if these products can indeed make bathing a safer process for you. Whether you believe the claims on these advertisements or not, there may be a good reason for you to start considering buying your own shower chair. Here are some reasons why a shower chair may be good for you: 1. Shower chairs are especially designed for people who need them. These chairs are made specifically to cater to the needs of people who are physically challenged, so as to make bathing an easier process. The intended users of shower chairs are the elderly as well as people with mobility problems,...

More than a third of Brits take four or less baths a year - and don't wash at all for three months. Thirty-five per cent of the UK admit to taking up to just four annual baths, with 47% saying two of those are while staying in a hotel, according to new research by hotel booking site LateRooms .com to mark Bubble Bath Day . Brits are more likely to be found in the shower, taking on average 227 a year. Britain's average annual hygiene statistics 227 Showers 111 Days without washing LateRooms But that means that stinky Britain doesn 't shower of bath for 111 days a year. That's more than three months without getting washed. The muckiest Brits can be found in the south-west, who take the fewest showers per year - just 208 on average, while the Welsh are the cleanest, who have 251. Clean: Brits take an average of 227 showers a year (Image: Getty)   Despite 75% of the nation still having both a bath and shower in their bathroom and three-quarters of householders say...

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NOVI, MI — Walk into a new Novi Mallard Lane colonial and have your breath taken away by the details and immaculate condition. Listed for $614,900 on Realtor.com, the home has space to spare with more than 3,000 square feet. The regal two- story foyer showcases a staircase that leads to the plush-carpeted bedrooms. The upstairs features a princess suite and a roomy vaulted ceiling master . Soak up the luxury in the master bath jetted tub and take note of the walk in closet. The open floor plan on the main level delights those who love to entertain. The home has a great room with a 17-foot ceiling and a fireplace to cozy up to. The study can be used for work or as a mother-in-law suite. Cook up lavish meals in the large gourmet kitchen . No detail is spared with granite counters, top of line appliances and 42- inch maple cabinets . This listing originally appeared on realtor.com. For more information and photos, click here. Get free real- time news alerts from the Novi...

Even if you���ve never had a spa experience till now, it���s not too late to find out how refreshing it feels to steps away from life���s cares and into a world of self ���directed hedonism. But, more than luxury, Spa time is about self-care: when you don���t make time for yourself, your mood suffers, as does your well-being, your look, and even your health. Fortunately, you don���t always need to travel to a smart spa to unwind. An easier more feasible option is to bring the spa at your home by turning your bathroom into a pampering center. You could start the indulgence with a self body exfoliation but before that it is a must to create an ambience, which is soothing and calming with soft candlelight, scented flowers and relaxing music. Get your ingredients ready so that you don���t have to run around e.g. oils, scrub, body lotion etc. Body exfoliation for a home Spa. 1/2 cup fine mineral salts 1/2 cup fine dead sea salts 8 oz Macadamia nut oil 40 drops grapefruit essential oil 20 d...

Carlisle Area School Board Thursday officially rejected bids the district received for the renovation of a single set of restrooms in the McGowan building of Carlisle High School . Board members voted 7 -0 to turn down bids that combined exceeded the project budget by $82,500. Fred Baldwin and Linda Manning were absent. On Feb. 16, board members approved a capital reserve budget for 2017-18 that includes $125,000 for the renovation of a single set of boys and girls restrooms in the building. Specifications were developed and released for the project, but only one bid was received for three of the four contracts. District administrators recommended the board reject the bids because the total exceeded the project budget and because there was a lack of multiple bids. Last week the board property committee reviewed a two-year plan where half the restrooms in the McGowan building would be renovated next summer followed by the other half the summer of 2019. McGowan has six sets of two re...

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