We all need an escape from everyday stresses, so how do you recharge and retreat? One place in your home that can help support you in recharging and relaxing,is your bathroom. Does your bathroom need a little updating? Explore current trends,critical dimensions, online products and resources.for your bathroom.
Current Trends Twenty twelve sees us embracing the simpler life, a space that is paired down with less clutter. Transitional style is leading in popularity this year, it is a soft balance between traditional and contemporary. Depending on how you dress up the rest of the bathroom, the transitional style vanities will stand the test of time.
Double vanities are still desired, but if you don't have enough space, try the alternative, His & Hers vanities. This allows for two vanities, in separate areas, without needing 54" plus of space.
Furniture style cabinets are back in style. This doesn't mean it should lack storage. But a vanity with a shelf on the bottom or legs would give a furniture look. I would not do an Inset style cabinet. This is where the door is set inside the face frame of the cabinet. With the amount of humidity and water in a bathroom, this could lead to issues with swollen doors that are unable to open.Never sacrifice storage in your bathrooms. We all need lots of storage to hide our supplies,beauty and grooming products.
DIMENSIONS TO CONSIDER
Center a toilet in a space between 32- 36" wide A toilet must be within 18" of a waste stack ( a pipe that connects the toilet to the sewer.) Moving a toilet is the most expensive change in a bathroom remodel.
You need a minimum of 24" from the front of a toilet to an obstacle.
Vanities come either 18" or 21" deep. Know which one yours is when you go shopping. Remember the counter top is at least one inch deeper than the vanity. You'll need 19" or 22" of wall space to fit the vanity in depth. Most vanity companies now have two different heights available for vanities. 31 1/2" or 34 1/2"- high. Add the thickness of your counter top to the height you choose. So a 34 1/2" height plus a granite top 1 1/2" makes it 36" high- kitchen cabinet height. No more bending down if your tall.
When choosing a faucet, they come in two main mounting spacing called (spread). They come 4" or 8" on center. Make sure you know this information when ordering your counter top.
A standard tub is 32" x 60" long, this can be converted into a shower and will use the same amount of space.
ON-LINE SOURCES
MIRROR MATES- If your mirror looks outdated or worn, this product will give it a whole new look without taking it off the wall.
TUSCAN LEVELING - Helps you install tile floor even & level. CLICKS BY DALTILE- tile with built in grout, snap together E-SHOWER DOOR or OVE DECORS- online shower doors www.steamradiators.com- replace old radiators with stylish new ones
www.sticviews.com - decals to add decor or hide ugly tiles (tile Tattoos)
www.homedecorators.com- accessories, vanities, storage cabinets for your bathroom.
Many factors are considered when remodeling a bathroom, always get the professional help you need to make it a success. Your bathroom may just need a few new towels, a flame-less candle and some soft music to help you relax. As always if you have a question or comment please feel free to contact me.
Sincerely, Stacey Sexton- ASID, CID, CIEC
S. Sexton Design Associates
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