SPECIAL SECTION: HOME IMPROVEMENT
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.
Laipple says 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-shell cabinets that open to a cavernous
interior with little customization. Current options for drawers and
cabinets include specialized areas for storing your blow dryer neatly
away and stackable storage options for makeup. And while you’re
standing in front of that vanity applying your makeup, you can watch
TV in the mirror! New technology allows your favorite TV program
to be projected onto the mirror, so you can keep up with the latest
baseball scores or check the weather before going out.
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Slate and marble tile are always elegant options for bathrooms, but
one of the latest trends in baths are porcelain tiles that mimic wood.
These tiles come in sizes up to 48” and can be laid to look like natural
woodgrain, without the worry of water damage. Laipple notes that the
woodgrain appearance really warms up the bathroom.
And speaking of warm – your toilet can be warm too. Homeowners
can opt for a “throne” with a retractable base that comes out and heats
your feet as well as the seat of the toilet. And new touchless flushing
helps prevent the spread of germs among your family, along with a
bidet, which ensures a much cleaner experience.
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