Bathrooms are one of the most popular areas in a home to remodel, right along with kitchens. Should you decide to remodel your bathroom on your own, there are a few things you’ll want to consider to ensure the project goes off without a hitch. Take a look at six of the most common mistakes …
Continue ReadingYour Official Guide To Termite Season In Dallas, Texas
Did you know that in the United States alone, termites cause over $5 billion in property damages each year? That’s the case according to the National Pest Management Association (NPMA). But worry not. Even if you live in an area of the country that is prone to termite infestations, there are many preventative steps you …
Continue ReadingHow to Avoid Shower & Bath Accidents
Shower and bath accidents can happen to anyone, especially if their bathroom setup isn’t made with safety in mind. Unfortunately, not all baths or showers are designed to ensure your safety. Getting in and out of the bath or shower becomes more of a challenge as you become older. For this reason, it’s ideal to …
Continue ReadingA Guide to Keeping Your Bathroom Neat & Organized
Bathrooms are often the smallest rooms of the house but can quickly get messy if not organized properly. However, with a few alterations, you can utilize the space you have and take control of your bathroom once again. Are you ready to take your bathroom from a disorganized, chaotic space to somewhere you can feel proud of? Read the guide …
Continue Reading8 Bathroom Cleaning Tips
Wondering how to clean your bathroom properly? In this post, we’ll outline great bathroom cleaning tips to get your toilet, bathtub, shower, countertops, and more sparkling! Clear Items from Your Surfaces Before Cleaning To make your life much easier, make sure to clear items like toothbrushes, bottles, brushes, and more from the surfaces you’re planning to clean. …
Continue ReadingHow to Decorate a Small Bathroom
If your smallest room takes that a little too literally, don’t despair. You may not be able to make it any bigger, but you can sure maximize the space you’ve got. It’s easy to fill a small space, but successfully decorating a small bathroom is about more than just cutting back on clutter. We’ve got …
Continue Reading5 Things to Look for when Hiring a Contractor
You’ve finally decided to commit to that bath remodel you’ve been putting off for far too long. But unless you are a highly skilled laborer, you’ll need to hire a bathroom renovation contractor before work can begin. And while finding a price point that fits within your budget is important, it shouldn’t be the lone …
Continue ReadingProject Showcase: Walk-In Shower Remodel in St. Petersburg, FL
West Shore Home helped this customer update their old outdated bath with a new shower that could provide accessibility and style. Notice the low threshold step for ease of getting in and out, as well as the grab bars and bench. The new shower is not only beautiful, but highly functional for accessibility needs as …
Continue ReadingShower Walls – What are the Options?
Many folks remodeling their shower don’t know about the various materials available for shower walls. Today, we’d like to review the options out there and recommend what we think is best. 1. Glass Tile Glass tiles are exactly what they sound like, they are translucent tiles that give an extra shine to your bathroom. They …
Continue ReadingThe Advantages of Barrier-Free Bathing
What is barrier-free bathing? Originally, barrier-free baths and showers were made as a more accessible bathing option. Barrier-free bathtubs include a door to get into them instead of having to step over the ledge and showers are virtually flat to the ground so they are easy to step into. Many of our customers have found …
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