Posts Tagged ‘shower base’
Thursday, November 15th, 2012
Curved glass shower enclosure with an acrylic slice shaped base by Fleurco
Since a shower base is the “foundation” of a shower enclosure making the right choice is critical (if you select a base that cracks or leaks down the road the costs can be significant because it may require replacing the entire stall or it might have damage the floor below the base). Although no one type of base is universally “the best” (each type has their own pros and cons) acrylic shower pans are near the top of the list in popularity.
This article will explain the advantages, disadvantages and options in this type of base.
Continue reading “Acrylic Shower Bases – Advantages, Disadvantages & Product Options” »
Tags: 60 x 30 shower base, 60 x 34 shower base, acrylic shower base, shower base, shower base options, shower base pan, shower base sizes, shower bases and shower pans
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Friday, September 30th, 2011
- Pool house room addition with serpentine glass block shower wall
When the Mills family starting thinking about a creating a unique and functional pool house bathroom they were looking for construction products with style and substance. Working together with Larry Harp and Jon Innis of L & J Contractors of Cookville Tennessee (a high end builder and remodeler) the Mills family identified products to make a one of kind bathroom design that were also “smart” (meaning they provided long term ease of maintenance and kept costs down over the long run). Learn more below about the products used in this 1,800 square foot room addition project.
Continue reading “Project Spotlight: Pool House Bathroom with a Serpentine S Shaped Glass Block Shower Wall and Base Design” »
Tags: curved wall, foam insulation, glass block shower, grohe shower, hansgrohe, hansgrohe shower, pool house, rain shower, rain shower head, room addition, serpentine wall, shower base, shower head, shower wall, tile shower
Posted in Basement Remodeling, Glass Block | No Comments »
Friday, February 25th, 2011
Universal and accessible wet room shower designWalk in glass block shower, decorative grab bar, corner seat
Tags: accessible design, Accessible shower, acrylic block window, age in place, barrier free shower, handicap bathroom, handicap showers, home modifications, independent living, roll in shower, safe shower, safety grab bar, shower base, shower window, tile shower walls, universal design, universal shower, wet room
Posted in Bathroom Remodeling, Glass Block, Windows | 7 Comments »
Saturday, January 15th, 2011
- Custom Solid surface corian shower base neo angle design
Tags: accessible bathroom, barrier free base, bathroom ideas, Bathroom Remodeling, concrete shower floor, custom shower base, expanded polystyrene base, extruded polystyrene base, handicap accessible bathroom, handicap bathroom, handicap showers, home modification, marble base, mud set, mud set base, remodeling blog, shower base, shower blog, shower floor, showers for disabled, solid surface shower base, tile shower, universal design, waterproof base, wet room, wheelchair accessible shower
Posted in Basement Remodeling, Bathroom Remodeling, Commercial Remodeling & New Construction | No Comments »
Sunday, May 30th, 2010
Glass block shower wall using 6" x 8" blocks and curved glass block
For many glass block shower wall projects you’re working in a tight space. The trick is to figure out how to create a cool shower design in a small space? Consider these tips to help you solve this challenge (or even how to create a walk in shower in a space as small as a tub enclosure): Continue reading “How to Choose the Right Glass Block Sizes, Shapes and Installation Process for your Shower Wall” »
Tags: Bathroom Remodeling, curved glass block, end block, glass block design, glass block designs, glass block shapes, glass block sizes, Pittsburgh Corning, shower base, shower door, shower wall, walk in shower
Posted in Bathroom Remodeling, Glass Block | 8 Comments »
Sunday, May 23rd, 2010
Ready for tile shower base made of expanded polystyrene designed for a glass block shower wall
A well built glass block shower project begins with designing and choosing the right custom shower base. Follow these steps to make the right selection the first time. Continue reading “How to Design a Custom Shower Base for a Glass Block Shower” »
Tags: bathroom remodeling contractor, custom shower base, glass block design, glass block shower, glass block sizes, glass block walk in shower, glass block wall, shower, shower base, shower stall, small bathroom, tile shower, tub to shower conversion, waterproof shower
Posted in Bathroom Remodeling, Glass Block | 1 Comment »
Friday, May 21st, 2010
Curved glass block shower wall.
You might have heard the old Fram oil filter commercial about using the right oil filter now to not pay the mechanic later. The same logic certainly applies to a successful installation of a glass block shower enclosure. Failure to properly waterproof your shower can lead to expensive repairs later. Here’s some simple steps to consider: Continue reading “Waterproofing Your Glass Block Shower” »
Tags: bathroom accessories, custom shower base, glass block shower, glass block wall, shower base, shower wall, tile shower, wall surround, waterproof shower
Posted in Bathroom Remodeling, Glass Block | 3 Comments »
