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How to Choose a Shower Seat …and NO They DO NOT Have to Look Geriatric!

By Mike Foti on March 17, 2025. Leave a Comment

If the words ‘shower seat’ make you think of ‘grandma’ and ‘geriatric’ you’re not alone. And if you Google ‘How to Choose a Shower Seat’ you’ll be overwhelmed with articles exploring choices in geriatric shower chairs. You’ll feel like you’re stuck in a continuous loop of a Life Alert commercial and... Continue reading

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How to help mom and dad get a safe shower

By Mike Foti on January 21, 2025. Leave a Comment

Maybe it’s your New Year’s resolution—or simply a must-do task you can’t put off any longer. You’ve decided it’s time to help mom and dad—or yourself—upgrade from an old bathtub to a safe, accessible roll-in or walk-in shower. This decision could be one of the smartest aging-in-place home improvements... Continue reading

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How to compare a fold down seat to a recessed bench seat for a shower

By Mike Foti on August 19, 2024. Leave a Comment

When you were younger you might have thought of seating in a shower as a luxury. But as you age and get closer to your 65th ‘Medicare’ birthday, you start to look at showers – and shower seating differently. Since our bodies are (unfortunately) a bunch of ‘wear parts’ they seldom function as they... Continue reading

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The Pros and Cons of Built In, Fold Down and Moveable Shower Seats or Chairs

By Mike Foti on August 29, 2022. 6 Comments

So, you’ve come to accept the fact your spouse IS NOT as steady on their feet (especially in the shower) as they used to be (even though they won’t admit it). Or your wife has been complaining shaving her legs while bending over in the shower, IS NOT getting any easier. Or you just want the ability... Continue reading

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5 Simple Tricks to Design a Walk in Shower for a Tiny Bathroom

By Mike Foti on December 15, 2017. 22 Comments

Updated January 2, 2022 You’re strolling through Pinterest enjoying a rare quiet moment on your den computer. You feel bathroom envy bubbling up. Your mind starts to wander. You think about expansive luxury walk in showers, separate free-standing bathtubs, and beautiful chandeliers gracing... 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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Project Spotlight: Bathtub to Glass Block Walk in Shower Conversion – Adding Safety & Style

By Mike Foti on November 22, 2011. Leave a Comment

Existing bathtub before glass block shower conversion The problem: Although bathtubs can be a nice feature when bathing small children they can be a major source of danger for an older adult. Trying to step over the tub rail (which in some cases can be up to 20” high) into a wet tub/shower area... Continue reading

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Hit a Home Run with the Right Bench, Corner or Fold Down Shower Seat

By Mike Foti on September 23, 2010. 2 Comments

Glass block shower wall on granite covered bench seat Brazilian walnut fold down shower seat In baseball being asked to take the bench is not a good thing – but in shower remodeling selecting the right shower seat will not only add comfort and luxury but can make your space safe and functional as... Continue reading

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Glass block showers – design with the end in mind

By Mike Foti on September 9, 2010. 2 Comments

Glass block shower design with frameless door photo courtesy of M E Whittaker Builders I’ve seen glass block showers get screwed up plenty of times. In most cases the culprit is poor planning or no planning. Since glass blocks cannot be cut – the shape, size and dimensions of the wall cannot... Continue reading

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