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11 Steps to a Safe, Stylish and Accessible Bathroom for Mom (or Dad) to Age in Place

By Mike Foti on May 10, 2023. 2 Comments

Although Mother’s Day has just passed, perhaps the smartest gift you could give Mom (or Dad for that matter) as they’re getting up in age to make sure they can continue living in their home. If they’re like most, they DO NOT want to be forced into ‘community living’ (or assisted living as most would... Continue reading

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How to Get a Wholesale Price on a Shower System

By Mike Foti on May 2, 2023. 6 Comments

It seemed like a simple enough question from Corrina (one of my blog readers). She asked, “Mike, how can I get a wholesale price on a shower system?” And while it IS a simple question, you can waste a LOT of time if you (as a homeowner) don’t know what you want/need and don’t ask the right questions... Continue reading

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13 Smart Ideas for a Fashionable, Functional, and Affordable Small Bathroom Remodel

By Mike Foti on April 24, 2023. 2 Comments

If only you had the space (and budget) to mimic the laid-out bathroom designs you see in fancy interior design magazines (or in celebrity bathroom pictures on Pinterest or Instagram). If this was the case, you’d have room for a large freestanding tub and a humongous walk in shower. You’d get a double... Continue reading

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Don’t Make Expensive Bath Selection Mistakes – Use a bathroom and shower visualizer.

By Mike Foti on April 18, 2023. Leave a Comment

If you’re NOT an interior designer, and you didn’t have a starring role on Designing Woman (back in the day) either, you know making bath and shower selections for your new home or remodel can be a pain in the rear. And to make matters worse your builder or remodeler sends you (as if you know what... Continue reading

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7 Reasons We (almost never) Sell 9’ Shower and Bathroom Surround Panels.

By Mike Foti on April 10, 2023. 2 Comments

I get asked this question all the time by people who have 9’ or taller bathroom ceilings. They’d like to eliminate maintenance around their taller than normal shower, and they’ll ask…. Mike, can I buy shower wall panels which are 9’ tall? And my answer is always the same: They won’t be easy to... Continue reading

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How to save time (and cost) to remodel a bathroom

By Mike Foti on March 20, 2023. Leave a Comment

They (whoever ‘they’ are) say, “time is money.” And this statement has never been truer than it is today if you’re remodeling a bathroom. With contractors being more difficult to find (and more expensive), if you’re not thinking about bathroom remodeling labor costs as you’re choosing products and... Continue reading

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15 Insider Tips for a Safer, Simpler and Stylish Age in Place Shower

By Mike Foti on March 6, 2023. 8 Comments

Updated July 16, 2023 If the idea of an ‘age in place shower’ DOES NOT create a vision of a bathroom you’re excited to use, you’re not alone. When people think ‘age in place,’ their thoughts are locked on safety. And while safety is essential to stay in your home as long as possible (and steer clear... Continue reading

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The 13 Biggest Bathroom Remodeling Mistakes (and how to avoid them AND not break the bank)

By Mike Foti on February 27, 2023. Leave a Comment

Bathroom remodeling IS NOT something you do every day (or hopefully every year or two either). So, when you’ve finally had it (AND convinced your penny-pinching spouse enough is enough) and are ready to redo your bathroom, the last thing you want to do is make costly mistakes. However, the problem... Continue reading

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Frequently Asked Questions about Installing Fibo Laminate Shower and Bathroom Wall Panels

By Mike Foti on February 20, 2023. Leave a Comment

So, you watched the installation video where your favorite line of bathtub or shower wall panels are being installed. The guy or gal leading you through the steps makes it look soooo easy! You think to yourself, “I’m ready to do this job.” Then the fateful day comes for you (or your contractor) to... Continue reading

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The 2023 Kitchen & Bath Industry Show (KBIS) Recap- What’s Hot & What’s Not in Bathroom Products

By Mike Foti on February 13, 2023. 4 Comments

I’m on plane (delayed again – the airline industry is a DI-SAS-TER these days!) trying to come back from my trip to KBIS (the Kitchen & Bath Industry Show) in Las Vegas. And in the middle of this crazy airport, I’m reflecting on what I learned and saw at this 3 day event attended by over 200,000... Continue reading