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 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Many homeowners who are looking to give their outdated or unsightly bathrooms a quick makeover are drawn to the idea of having a bath or shower liner installed.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 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 …
Continue ReadingBath Accessibility: The Rise of Bathing Independence in 2020
2020 has been an eventful year to say the least, but in the bath remodeling world one of the most exciting trends we’ve seen is the rise of what we like to call “bathing independence.” Bathing independence is the concept of anyone being able to safely and effectively take a bath or shower on their …
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