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9 Questions You Must Ask Before Choosing a Waterproof Shower Wall Panel System

By Mike Foti on October 29, 2019. 19 Comments

Updated July 9, 2023 So, you’ve had it up to here (wherever ‘here’ is at) with your nasty brown or moldy tile grout joints or dingy yellowed fiberglass one-piece shower surround. You’ve decided a waterproof shower or bathroom wall panel system is the way to go. However, the more you’ve compared what’s... Continue reading

How to compare Kohler Choreograph vs. Fibo Laminated Shower and Tub Wall Panels | Innovate Building Solutions | #KohlerProducts #BathroomProducts #Laminatewallpanels #GroutFreePanels

How to Compare Kohler Choreograph to Fibo Laminate Shower and Tub Wall Panels

By Mike Foti on October 7, 2019. 24 Comments

Updated November 13, 2020 Important Annoucement: In late August 2020 Kohler decided to stop selling the Choreograph brand grout free wall panels direct to the public . Deciding on the right shower and tub wall panels is tough enough, but it becomes ‘doubly-difficult’ when the two systems you’re... Continue reading

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How to Convert a Tub into a Low Maintenance Walk in Shower

By Mike Foti on September 16, 2019. 10 Comments

Update December 10, 2023 Even though he won’t admit it, it’s not easy for John to climb over the tub to take a shower in his tiny bathroom. And though you will forcefully admit it (and complain about it also), cleaning the scummy grout joints which are barely keeping together your dated 4” x 4” powder... Continue reading

5.5 Little known secrets to designa handicap accessible shower | Innovate Building Solutions | #HandicapAccessible #ShowerRemodel #BathroomWallPanels

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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

5 1/2 critical tips to successfully trim a shower window | Innovate Building Solutions

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5 1/2 Critical Tips You Need to Successfully Trim a Shower Window

By Mike Foti on March 11, 2017. Leave a Comment

Acrylic window trim around a glass block window Updated January 27, 2019 Isn’t the window in your shower a pain in the butt? I bet you’ve asked yourself on more than one occasion, “why the heck did a builder put a see-through window smack dab in the middle of our shower? Was the guy who built... Continue reading

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How to Select a Stone Solid Surface Shower Kit

By Mike Foti on January 9, 2016. 19 Comments

Updated January 20, 2019 When I use the term “solid surface” most people have no idea what I’m talking about. So the question you might have is, “why are you writing about stone solid surface shower kits when most people don’t even know what they are?” The answer is simple. These kits... Continue reading

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5 Tips for a Champagne Shower on a Beer Budget

By Mike Foti on December 5, 2015. 18 Comments

Updated July 5, 2020 It’s easy to have a fantastic looking shower if you have unlimited funds…but unfortunately most of us don’t live in that world! The challenge becomes how can you get a high end (champagne) look if you’ve got a more modest (beer) budget. In the article below I’ll... Continue reading

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Must-Have Accessories for Your Shower

By Mike Foti on July 30, 2014. Leave a Comment

Much like the right jewelry or shoes can make an outfit pop, or an amazing light fixture paired with beautiful backsplash can take a kitchen from boring to high-end, choosing the right accessories for your bathroom remodeling project can make all the difference. Be sure to add these stylish and functional... Continue reading

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How to finish the top of a glass block wall

By Mike Foti on July 23, 2012. Leave a Comment

Glass block shower wall that used finished end blocks on the top & sides of wall A recurring question for people who want to build a glass block wall is how to finish the top of the wall. Similar to the answer to most questions is it all depends. Learn below the most common... Continue reading

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7 Tips to select shower accessories and doors for a remodeling project

By Mike Foti on December 16, 2011. Leave a Comment

Shower accessories are often treated like the ugly stepchild of a shower remodeling project. The decision on what accessories should be used is often figured out late in the building process (a thoughtful decision made in the design process will usually create a better result). Watch the video below... Continue reading

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