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of specialized showerheads, you can
have everything from the sprinkle
of a gentle rain to an invigorating
massage to bring your body back to
center. And a nice relaxing bath in
a soaker tub can make the world go
away for a while.
Does all of this sound like a
fantasy? Maybe not. According to
designer Mary Laipple, Director of
the Kitchen and Bath Design Studio
at 84 Lumber, you may be able to
make updates to your bath for less
than you might expect.
“If a homeowner is just updating
and not moving plumbing, heating
ducts and electricity, the makeover
can start at around $10,000,” says
Laipple. And the choices for today’s
bath are incredibly enticing. She
notes that many homeowners are
opting for larger showers that will
not only get you clean, but can
also bathe you in LED lighting that
changes colors to suit your mood.
You can also enjoy your favorite
music in the shower to either calm
you down after a stressful day, or
pep you up for the daily routine.
Vanities and bath cabinetry have
also arrived in the 21st century.
Vanities are no longer empty-