GLEN PELOSO
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BATHROOM
DESIGN TIPS
EXCELLENT TOWELS
Choose bath sized , high quality cotton towels in a decent weight , that are soft without too much polyester . Quality towels will last a long time and keep their shape and color . Some people love Turkish towels in the summer months which are great in a spa bath and around the pool or beach .
QUALITY TOILET
Toilets are both form and function . They will always be part of a bathroom in North America . One that has a skirt eliminates the swirls at the back that are difficult to clean . Look for an elongated , comfort height toilet . The bowl is slightly longer and the seat height is slightly higher than a standard toilet . Low flow toilets consume less water ( to help your cash flow ) and a good quality porcelain bowl will stay cleaner longer .
Extraction Fan
Bathrooms sometimes need repairs due to the amount of humidity that breaks down paint , grout , and silicone . A good ( quiet ) extraction fan can make all the difference in the world to the longevity of your finishes and fixtures .
Strip Drain
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A strip drain allows you to move the shower drain to one side or the other vs . having to have a central drain in the middle of the shower making for a much more slick look . You can hide the drain with tile inserts , decorative grills or even under a bench . Most importantly , you can use a large format tile on the shower floor as you don ’ t have to use mosaics to create a bowl shape for center drain . You simply grade the large format tile towards the strip drain . Sleek , bold and clean .
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Kohler , www . kohler . ca
PORCELAIN OR STONE TILES
To get that spa-like experience , it ’ s wise to use a floor to ceiling stone tile . That can be costly but now that there are porcelain tiles that mimic stone , they are affordable and incredibly beautiful looking . Do the floor and walls using the same tile in different sizes from Mosiac to 24 ” x24 ” and larger . The simplicity makes the bathroom seem larger and calm . Match with a stone bench in the shower which helps with shaving legs but also with aging in place . Your bathroom will feel like a 5 star hotel !
Quality Faucet
Make sure you use a high performance and quality faucet . You will use it at a minimum of twice a day , every time you use the bathroom , 7 days a week ! You need to make sure the interior material of the faucet ( including showers ) will withstand the use and remain high functioning and beautiful long-term . Water leaks are the worst , so this is not the place to save , instead , splurge on something that suits you .
VANITY WITH GOOD STORAGE
There are many ways to get a good vanity , from a millworker to something you order on line . On line can be a great way to keep costs down if you do your homework well . Often they come with a vanity plus sink and consumers are responsible for the faucet . Be sure you check the interior of the vanity for storage for jars , bottles and smaller make-up items . If you cant get what you need , consider a custom vanity . Having an organized vanity can start your day on the right foot !
House of Rohl , www . houseofrohl . com
The Cabinet Store , www . cabstore . ca