REMODELERS REFERRAL SERVICE
Get cost estimates for bathroom remodeling from qualified contractors.
Home improvement main focus:
- Disability accessibility
- Existing bath minor remodel
- Existing bath complete remodel
- New construction bath
- New construction bath - rough-in in place
- Repair water damage
Bath fixtures / areas you want replaced or installed by remodeling and renovation experts:
- Bathtub
- Bidet
- Cabinets
- Ceiling
- Countertops
- Doors
- Flooring
- Linen
- Closet
- Plumbing
- Shower
- Shower stall
- Walls/Door
- Sink
- SkyLights
- Toilet
- Windows
Featured Bathroom Remodeling Articles
"Making the Most of Your Search for a Bathroom Contractor"
Your bathroom is looking a bit dated. It could definitely use a renovation. But how do you know which contractor is right for your project? Read on to find out what to look for in a bathroom contractor.
"Adding a Bathroom to Your Home"
Adding a bathroom to your home is a worthy investment. Find out how you can maximize the rate of return on your bathroom addition investment by reading this article.
"Planning Your Bathroom Remodel"
With a detailed plan involving what is being done in your bathroom remodeling project, you may be disappointed with the end results. First, you need to decide if you are remodeling a secondary bathroom or your master bathroom. Detail out what is being down and how much money you are spending. You should choose a contractor to help you meet these goals.
"Big Bubble Tubs"
For those of you who like to be hammered by spa jets in a Jacuzzi you won't be interested in the new tubs. These new bath conveniences are powered by air jets which provide millions of tiny bubbles for a soothing soak.
Bathrooms these days are becoming larger and more decadent. A bathroom remodel can involve ripping out the tile, tub, shower, cabinets and completely replacing everything or simply updating the fixtures, tiles, and paint to create a new look. You should have a contractor look at what is currently in your bathroom and what needs to be replaced. With that information and a general idea of a budget you can determine what items you can remodel. Replacing flooring and tub/shower tiling will re-invent your bathroom. You can update your cabinets by simply repainting the doors and faces. You can make your bathroom more energy efficient by replacing plumbing and lighting fixtures to more eco-friendly ones. Open up your bathroom by enlarging a window or adding a skylight to bring in extra light. You may be able to enlarge the room itself by taking square footage from a nearby closet. Extra touches include door cabinetry, extra shelving, in-floor radiant heating systems, shower wall jets, heated towel bars, paint and wall coverings. A bathroom remodel can be small and simple or large and luxurious depending on your budget. Whatever your parameters are, you can be sure to enjoy a whole new look.
Bathroom Contractors Take The Plunge
Jennifer Weldon
You have decided to give that old bathroom the flush and you want a fabulous new one. And, you want it to be more efficient and eco-friendly than the old one. Now is the time to get a call into your bathroom-remodeling contractor and let him help you with the new design.
Flooring
Let's work from the bottom up and start with the flooring for your new bathroom. The logical green choice is either natural stone or porcelain tile. Unlike vinyl flooring or carpeting (a poor choice for bathrooms) stone and tile are natural products and can be recycled. They are easy to maintain and will probably outlast the home if properly installed.
If you go with natural stone the choices are somewhat limited compared to tile. The colors are usually earth tones and the patterns were shaped by nature. There will be some variation in the grain/pattern and colors, especially if the stone tiles were cut from more than a single stone. Depending on the type of stone you choose you will need to treat it occasionally with a sealer. Stone can be discolored by stains if not properly sealed.
Porcelain tile is manufactured from clay and is mixed with adhesive agents and baked to create the tile. The clay mixture can be tinted to provide the desired and color and the pattern is set by a mold. Don't confuse ceramic tile with porcelain tile. They are both manufactured however, ceramic tile is only colored on the surface and then covered with a hard glaze. The actual tile is white under the color covering. You can tell this by looking at the back of a tile. Porcelain is colored throughout and if chipped is likely to show the defect.
Plumbing Fixtures
By federal regulation all plumbing fixtures must incorporate water saving features. Some toilet designs for low-volume water flushing are more efficient. The larger the hole between the water tank and the bowl the faster the volume can flow when released. This makes for less clogging and multiple flushes.
Cabinets
Wood cabinets and drawers can be recycled and generally made from renewable tree
resources. If you go with a pedestal type sink make certain the sink and pedestal are both made of porcelain so they can be recycled. Some plastics maybe recyclable but not all. So it is a safe bet with porcelain.
Lighting
Go with all energy saving fixtures and bulbs. There are styles to fit every décor and can reduce your electrical usage by as much as fifty percent.
Walls
If you have the walls painted use an egg-shell or semi-gloss latex based paint with low or no volatile organic compounds. The other choice of course to use stone or tile which will last for years without any major maintenance.
Bathroom remodeling involves handling plumbing, electrical and perhaps structural elements that may require the experience and skills of a professional bathroom remodeling contractor. Before you find out you're in over your head, call a local bathroom remodeler and get an estimate for the project. It doesn't cost a penny to get an estimate and you may be surprised how affordable the remodel can be.
