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4 reasons you shouldn’t listen to your realtor (why a shower is better than a tub – even for resale)

By Mike Foti on September 1, 2017. 12 Comments

Updated December 10, 2023 Lynda and Tom – a super nice couple in their 50’s living in the Columbus Ohio burbs (can you say O-H-I-O – yes I’m a OSU Buckeye fan) – came into my showroom with their floor plan for a bathroom remodeling project. They want to make the bathroom larger... Continue reading

5 reasons you shouldn't buy a ramped roll in shower 2 little known better alternatives | Innovate Building Solutions

Accessible Aging in Place Remodeling Bathroom Remodeling Shower Pan and Bases

5 reasons you shouldn’t buy a ramped roll in shower base (2 little-known better alternatives for aging parents)

By Mike Foti on July 30, 2017. 6 Comments

Updated January 20, 2019 The aging problem has hit your Mom and Dad’s doorstep Mom’s mobility and balance isn’t what it used to be (when she fell last year it created quite a scare for you and your brother Michael). Dad’s knees are so bad from his years of hard work at the plant, going up the stairs... Continue reading

No curb high end shower with hand held shower and decorative grab bars

Bathroom Remodeling

5 ½ Tips to a Safe & Stylish Bathroom for your Mom on Mothers Day

By Mike Foti on May 7, 2014. Leave a Comment

Luxury bathrooms can be safe and stylish! You can do the usual this Mother’s Day – buy Mom flowers, take her out to dinner or buy her a new outfit – or what if you provided her with a gift she could use everyday which would add style and make her safer? This gift would be a new bathroom design.... Continue reading

Guest bath in Universal Design Living Laboratory wider turning radius roll in shower columbus ohio Rosemarie Rossetti

Bathroom Remodeling

Anatomy of a Universal & Accessible Design Guest Bathroom – A Visit to the Universal Design Living Laboratory

By Mike Foti on February 15, 2013. Leave a Comment

Rosemarie Rossetti in Guest bathroom of Universal Design Living Laboratory with roll in shower, roll under sink and wider turning radius How easy is it to visit your home for an aging parent or someone with special needs? If your home is like most – the answers is not easy at all! The cool thing... Continue reading

Recessed wall niche for a shower enclosure

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6 ½ Steps to Select a Recessed Wall Niche

By Mike Foti on January 23, 2011. 5 Comments

Recessed wall niche for a shower enclosure Waterproof expanded polystyrene recessed wall niche Is your shower or bath too small? Do you worry about you or a loved one slipping in falling due to slippery materials being placed on the floor or tub rail? If so – consider using... Continue reading

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4 reasons you shouldn’t listen to your realtor (why a shower is better than a tub – even for resale)

5 reasons you shouldn’t buy a ramped roll in shower base (2 little-known better alternatives for aging parents)

5 ½ Tips to a Safe & Stylish Bathroom for your Mom on Mothers Day

Anatomy of a Universal & Accessible Design Guest Bathroom – A Visit to the Universal Design Living Laboratory

6 ½ Steps to Select a Recessed Wall Niche