Tag: bath
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What is a half bath?
Any bathroom regardless of size will require access to fresh air, but not always from an exhaust fan. Building codes require any room with a toilet or bathtub to have some form of air exchange. In most homes, this is done with an exhaust fan. However, if the space already includes an openable window, an…
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1920s House Gets a New Master Bath
For Kusum and Dave, their charming 1920s house in Pelham was almost perfect, but a single, crucial problem loomed over their family of four: they were all sharing one bathroom. The quirky, converted attic that housed their three bedrooms was a beloved space, but the lack of a second bathroom had turned into a daily…
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Will there really be a ‘bath time tax’?
The idea of a “bath time tax” might sound like something out of a dystopian novel, but it’s become a hot topic in the UK’s ongoing water debate. While it’s not a direct tax on your bubbles, this controversial idea points to new plans aimed at encouraging us to save water and pay differently. We…
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Soak, Steam, and Unwind: Designing a Home Bath for Total Relaxation
Designing a bath space isn’t just about fixtures and finishes; it’s about creating a daily retreat. After long hours of work and endless digital interactions, we all need a sanctuary to recharge. A well-planned bathroom transforms into that haven, blending function with indulgence. From calming aesthetics to steamy soaks, a rejuvenating bath experience starts with…
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88-Year-Old Bath Gets Its First Facelift
Step inside a remarkable transformation where time stands still and then gracefully leaps forward. For Mary Ann and Frank, their Upper West Side co-op held decades of memories, including an original 1929 master bathroom that had truly seen better days. But with their children grown, the couple embarked on a long-awaited journey to breathe new…
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Types of bath explained: How to choose the right style
With so many types of bath to choose from, selecting the right style to suit your bathroom design can feel like a challenge. From deep, freestanding tubs for long, luxurious soaks to space-saving shower-bath designs made for busy mornings, the perfect bath is out there, you just need to know what to look for. Whether…
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Vintage Meets Modern Flair in a Brooklyn Bath Reno
In the tight confines of an East Flatbush, Brooklyn, bathroom, Allyson, an attorney, has conjured a jewel box of global inspiration, a space where salvaged 19th-century doors meet meticulously laid marble and brass inlays. But it’s the floor—a geometric tapestry of cool marble and warm brass, painstakingly assembled—that whispers of a homeowner’s audacious vision, a…
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Learn how to re-enamel a bath with this DIY guide
If you’ve got a beautiful bath that’s not looking its best, knowing how to re-enamel a bath can bring it back to its best. Any annoying scratches or ugly chips can disappear under a new layer of enamel and bring back the lustre and shine. With a new coat of colour a restored bath can…
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Women GC & Mid-Century Bath Reno in Los Angeles
First-time homeowners Liz and Kevin, tackling a 1923 Spanish Revival in South L.A., discovered a hidden challenge: significant water damage beneath their primary bathroom. What began as a necessary gut renovation quickly blossomed into a dream project, fueled by their passion for Mid-Century design and a desire for a spa-like retreat. Teaming up with a…
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Another Design Box Checked – The Kids’ Bath Wallpaper Reveal!
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Well, well, well. A year and a half after the “reveal”, I finally did the update that this bathroom always wanted – wallpaper, and it looks so good that even my kids noticed and went out of their way to tell me! There is nothing sweeter than your 11-year-old son saying “Mama, I love the…