HOME IMPROVEMENT GUIDE
into the interior wall area can also provide places for storage in
a tight space. A creative builder can help you make the most of
your available space.
If your office is not separated from the rest of your home
and building a wall is not an option, there are still attractive
ways to define your workspace. For example, tall wooden
shutters can be linked together with hinges and painted to any
color to create a private area. Though not soundproof, they
can create an intimate atmosphere of privacy when needed
for oneself or seeing clients. Tall silk plants, such as a series of
ficus trees, can also be used to divide the space.
Don’t skimp on your office chair! It’s likely a place where
you will be sitting for several hours every single day. Make sure
that it’s comfortable and provides plenty of lumbar support,
in addition to being an attractive addition to your office. Visit
Spine-Health.com for some helpful suggestions on choosing
the right chair that will work best for you.
THE GREAT ESCAPE –
YOUR BATHROOM
Though your bathroom may not spring to mind as the place
to hold your next cocktail party, with the right accoutrements,
your bath can be a great place to hang out and enjoy life. And
if you live with family members, it may be the only place in
your house where you can truly be alone for a bit.
Besides just being a place to “get ready” to meet the day,
it’s also a relaxing space to recharge your batteries after a
long week at work. Hydrotherapy is one of the best ways to
relieve stress and help tired, overworked muscles. With tons
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.
If a homeowner is just updating and not moving plumbing,
heating ducts and electricity, the makeover can start at around
$10,000. The choices for today’s bath are incredibly enticing.
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.
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. The woodgrain appearance really warms up
the bathroom.
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