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 …
Continue ReadingWhy You Should Consider a Tub to Shower Conversion
Is your old tub collecting dust? Are you or an aging relative experiencing mobility issues? If so, a tub to shower conversion may be exactly what your bathroom needs. This comprehensive guide will walk you through everything you need to know about converting a bathtub to a shower, so you can make the right decision …
Continue ReadingProject Showcase: Custom Shower Replacement in Tampa, FL
West Shore Home had the pleasure of doing two shower and bath replacements for this customer in South Tampa, FL. The first was replacing a dated shower with something that would give them a little bit more space. Their previous shower had a bench that took up space, which we swapped out for some soap …
Continue ReadingProject Showcase: Soaker Tub Replacement in Camp Hill, PA
For this project, our team replaced an old tub with a brand new soaker tub. We worked with the customer to install a wall surround, faucet, and shower head that matched their exact needs. New grab bars and shelves were also put in place to ensure a safe bathing experience. Check out project photos below …
Continue ReadingDon’t Bother With Bathtub Liners. Get a Real Bathroom Remodel in Just One Day!
Many homeowners who are looking to give their outdated or unsightly bathrooms a quick makeover are drawn to the idea of having a bath or shower liner installed. After all, this seems like a fast, easy, and cost-effective way to freshen up your bathroom’s appearance, so why not go for it? Well, in reality, a …
Continue ReadingProject Showcase: Custom Bathtub Remodel – Belleview, Florida
As we get older, it can become increasingly difficult to enter and exit a conventional bathtub. That’s the situation that Rod and Jane Forrester of Belleview, Florida, found themselves in. So, like many local homeowners searching for a safer way to bathe, they picked up the phone and called West Shore Home. Since West Shore …
Continue Reading4 Ways a Bathroom Remodel Adds Value to Your Home
Home improvement projects can be a big undertaking. They often include challenges such as making design decisions, allocating financial resources, gathering materials, and figuring out project schedules. This is a lot to take on for regular folks with families, full-time jobs, and social lives. The question is, is it worth it? In this post, we’ll discuss four ways bathroom remodeling projects add value to …
Continue Reading5 Things to Consider When Thinking About Bathroom Remodeling
Taking on a bathroom remodeling project can be overwhelming. It starts out as simple as “I want to remodel my bath,” but can quickly spawn other questions and considerations. At West Shore Home, we recognize that everyone’s situation is different, whether it be financials, design preferences, space available, or other factors. In this post, we aim to …
Continue ReadingNow is the Perfect Time to Update Your Bathroom – Here’s Why
The bathroom is one of the most essential rooms in the house. We use it every day, every week, every year. When thinking about home improvement and the projects we’d like to take on around the house, sometimes the bathroom gets forgotten. 2020, given the pandemic and how our home lives have changed (pun intended), is the …
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