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Bathroom, Kitchen, Basement Design & Remodeling Ideas for the Nicest Home or Business on the Block
Bathroom, Kitchen, Basement Design & Remodeling Ideas for the Nicest Home or Business on the Block

Tag: bathtub to shower conversion

Opening Image - Are Tub Shower Combos Out of Style in Remodeling and New Construction - Innovate Building Solutions, Shower Remodeling Thoughts, Bathroom Improvement Ideas, Tub and Shower Combo, Modern Shower Needs

Are tub shower combos out of style in remodeling and new construction?

A fiberglass tub/shower combo unit has been a staple (especially in jack and jill, hall bathrooms, and smaller master bathrooms) for DECADES! And whether you’re building a new home or remodeling, you may be wondering if it’s smart to stick with the tub/shower combo ‘tradition’ (and this word reminds... Continue reading

Opening Image - What is the least expensive way to redo a shower (and NOT end up with a pile of junk a couple of years later) - Innovate Building Solutions, Bathroom Renovation Ideas, New Shower Concepts, Shower Remodeling Projects, Frameless Shower Doors

What is the least expensive way to redo a shower (and NOT end up with a pile of junk a couple of years later)?

So, nobody’s EVER called you a ‘robber baron’ or a ‘titan of industry!’ And if the terms affluent, wealthy, well to do, or well-heeled (and no, I’m NOT talking about the heel attached to your foot) have never been used to describe you, you’re like most Americans. Money IS NOT falling off trees onto... Continue reading

How to Choose the Best Shower Replacement Kit in 5 Steps | bathroom remodeling | Cleveland Bathroom Design | How to DIY Shower Remodel | Home Improvement Ideas

How to Choose the Best Shower Replacement Kit in 5 Steps

Finding the best shower replacement kit can be a pain in the ‘you know what!’ There – I said it for you. It sounded like a simple project until you dug into the details. Then you started asking: How do I know this shower replacement kit will give me the best value for my money and not break down... Continue reading

OPENING How to avoid the 15 biggest problems with tub to shower conversions. | Innovate Building Solutions | Bathroom Remodel | Home Improvement | home Design Ideas | Cleveland Bathroom Remodel

How to avoid the 15 biggest problems with tub to shower conversions.

If you’ve ever done (or shopped for) a tub to shower conversion here’s one thing I’ll bet you learned…… It’s NOT as simple as you originally thought.  First there’s A LOT of components in a tub to shower conversion. Including, but not limited to: A shower pan A wall surround system A glass shower... Continue reading

Is a tub to shower conversion a good idea 13 reasons it is, 5 reasons it isn’t. | innovate Building Solutions | bathroom remodel | tub to shower conversion | Shower remodel | Walk in shower design

Is a tub to shower conversion a good idea? 13 reasons it is, 5 reasons it isn’t.

Are you debating whether to convert your bathtub into a shower? And whether you’re looking to ‘age in place’ (yes this is a term I HATE – it sounds more like ‘decay in place’ to me, but that’s another story), or simply never use your tub and want an easier to use shower, there’s A LOT of debate whether... Continue reading

How to prevent water on the bathroom floor with a walk in shower | Innovate Building Solutions | Cleveland Bathroom Remodeling | Remodeling Contractors Akron Ohio | Bathroom Design Ideas

How to prevent water on the bathroom floor with a walk in shower

So, you love walk-in showers, however, you HATE the idea of cleaning pools of water off the bathroom floor. And this is not to mention your concern about these pools causing leaks in the floor below. Given your desire for a walk-in shower – and goal to minimize (or eliminate) water on the bathroom... Continue reading

Opening How much do Fibo laminate wall panels cost | Innovate Building Solutions | bathroom Remodeling | fibo wall panels | Cost of fibo wall panels | Cleveland Remodeling Cost

How much do Fibo laminate wall panels cost?

When I’m asked, “Mike, how much do fibo wall panels cost?” I know I could go back to the ‘handy-dandy’ cop-out answer…. It depends. And while it’s true that there are factors which impact cost, I’ll bet as someone reading this article you want direct answers to at least have a feeling whether you... Continue reading

Modify or Move Answering the aging in place question. | Innovate Building Solutions | Age in place | handicap accessible shower | bathroom remodeling ideas | Roll in shower design ideas

Modify or Move? Answering the aging in place question.

If you – or your parents – are like most people, aging is NOT a fun process (even though the 55+ community brochures make it look like a blast). And when you’re not as limber as you used to be (or medically ‘clicking on all cylinders’ like the old days), and navigating your home is more difficult,... Continue reading

21 Sure-Fire Ideas to Save on an Installed Tub to Shower Conversion. | innovate building solutions | bathroom remodeling | shower design ideas | tub to shower conversion

21 Sure-Fire Ideas to Save on an Installed Tub to Shower Conversion.

You know the time is NOW to convert your tub into a shower. And here’s a few reasons why: Every time your spouse is ‘attempting’ to climb into the tub to shower you’re worried they’ll fall. And, as you know, hospital stays aren’t cheap, nor any place they want to be! You haven’t taken a tub in years. If... Continue reading

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