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How to choose the best shower pan

By Mike Foti on July 15, 2024. 2 Comments

I’ll bet you’re saying right now, “Wow – I get to choose a shower pan. How could my life – and this bath remodel – become even more fun?” And I’ll admit choosing a shower pan for a remodel or new home IS NOT as much fun as selecting a stylish vanity, or cool countertop, or unique shower wall surround... Continue reading

Bathroom Remodeling Shower and Bathtub Wall Panels

What’s the warranty of your tile shower surround or grout free wall panels?

By Mike Foti on February 6, 2024. Leave a Comment

Have you ever been on the wrong end of a warranty claim? And if I’m a bettin’ man – which I’m not – I’d wager your answer is a resounding Y-E-S! Warranty claims – whether they’re for a custom tile shower or an appliance (and as you know refrigerators and dishwashers today ARE NOT built like they... Continue reading

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15 Practical Ideas to Cut Costs of A Tile Shower

By Mike Foti on August 29, 2023. 2 Comments

After getting tile shower quotes you may have bemoaned (with the emphasis on the moaning) ….. “I can’t believe how expensive tile showers are!” And unfortunately, I’ll back up your findings and say, tile showers ARE NOT a cheap date. And not to go all Danny Downer on you when you’re already stinging... Continue reading

The top 10 do's and don't of a shower remodeling project so you won't pull your hair out | Innovate Building Solutions

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The Top 10 Do’s and Don’ts of a Shower Remodel so You Won’t Pull Your Hair Out!

By Mike Foti on April 14, 2017. 2 Comments

Updated July 21, 2019 (with 3 new bonus Do’s and Don’ts & 1 hot new product) Figuring out how to remodel a shower can be tough. What products should you use to have a stylish space which won’t be a pain to clean? Should you hire a remodeling contractor or do it yourself? How... Continue reading

Close up view of new decorative Interior shower wall panels - Cleveland Ohio

Bathroom Remodeling

Converting a jetted bathtub into a low maintenance high style shower

By Mike Foti on May 24, 2013. Leave a Comment

Close up view of new decorative Interior shower wall panels - Cleveland Ohio In the 70’s and 80’s many bathrooms used products like jetted tubs and fiberglass wall surrounds. While jetted tubs might have made sense for that time – these products just aren’t a fit with homeowners today who lack the... Continue reading

Bathroom Remodeling

How to Compare Tile Shower & Tub Wall Backer Board Systems

By Mike Foti on July 23, 2011. 3 Comments

Close up of wedi waterproof wallboardDurock cement wall board for tile shower Durock cement wall board under tile In tub and shower remodeling often it’s what you don’t see (the wallboard system behind the wall) that’s as important as what you do see (the decorative ceramic or natural stone tiles... Continue reading

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