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

By Mike Foti on May 14, 2024. Leave a Comment

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

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The Pros and Cons of a Tub to Shower Conversion.

By Mike Foti on October 16, 2023. 2 Comments

I swear –tub to shower conversion projects are growing faster than new assisted living facilities being built in my town– and even faster than younger people are using AI (artificial intelligence) art applications to create (unblemished) pictures of themselves they’re posting on Instagram. And while... Continue reading

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10 Little Known Ideas to Take the UGLY (and institutional) Out of an Accessible Shower and Bathroom

By Mike Foti on February 6, 2023. 1 Comment

Nobody – and I mean nobody – wants to have their personal bathroom remind them of a hospital room! But when people think about an accessible shower or an accessible (or age in place) bathroom they get visions, not of sugarplums, but of hospital grab bars, ramps and ugly plasticky white showers dancing... Continue reading

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15 Little-Known Shower Remodeling Products to Add Function AND Fashion

By Mike Foti on November 28, 2022. 4 Comments

I have to laugh because when you look up articles on the Internet about ‘shower remodeling products,’ you basically get a selection of writings about quirky ‘shower gadgets.’ And while it’d be nice to have a wine glass holder in the shower, or shower-friendly notepad or even a shower curtain you can... Continue reading

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How to Compare a Low Profile vs. a Ramped vs. a Zero Threshold Shower Pan

By Mike Foti on August 24, 2021. Leave a Comment

If you need a safer shower pan in your bathroom remodel or new home and don’t have a clue which option is best for you, I can tell you you’re not alone. You see I’ve worked with thousands of people who want to ‘age in place’ or their mobility is not as good as they’d like it to be. They want a shower... Continue reading

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The Pros and Cons of a Ceramic Tile Shower (and better options if you’ve had it up to here with tile).

By Mike Foti on December 3, 2020. 7 Comments

Tile showers are controversial. OK, maybe not as controversial as picking a United States President, but I’ve seen their pros and cons cause knock-down drag, out fights between couples during a bathroom remodeling job. They’ll debate (that’s another word for argue) if it makes more sense to get a... Continue reading

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A Brutally Honest Guide to Choose the Perfect Shower Pan

By Mike Foti on February 8, 2019. 10 Comments

Updated March 31, 2019 Let’s get real. There’s no such thing as a perfect shower pan, just as there’s no perfect person. Shower pans are not a one-size-fits-all proposition. There can be, however, a perfect shower pan for your specific situation. Here’s the problem you’ve likely run into trying to... Continue reading

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7 Alternative Solutions to Ugly Shower Pans

By Mike Foti on January 25, 2019. 10 Comments

Updated October 23, 2021 The moment before you crank-up your reciprocating saw, rent the jackhammer or bring out the hand tools to demo your old fiberglass or tile shower pan do you look down and say to your shower base, “I’m going to miss you buddy. I’ve loved our time together.” If so, you may need... Continue reading

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5 ½ Little Known Secrets to Design a Handicap Accessible Shower Which Doesn’t Look Ugly!

By Mike Foti on October 2, 2018. 24 Comments

Updated March 24, 2019 You and your husband have had ‘the talk’ about Mom moving in. You both know it’s the right thing to do. It certainly won’t be simple. Since Dad passed away 2 years ago Mom’s mobility has been headed in the wrong direction. You worry about her living alone. If only she would... Continue reading

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9 Mistakes with a Barrier Free Shower System You Don’t Want to Make

By Mike Foti on July 20, 2018. 41 Comments

Updated March 24, 2019 Perhaps you find yourself in one of these situations and are kicking around a barrier free shower system: Mom is not moving around so well. You’re considering having her live with you. You’re not sure how to make your home and bathroom safe. Your spouse got hurt at work. Climbing... Continue reading

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