Is It Smart to Use Kerdi Board for All Bathroom Walls and Ceiling?
I recently gutted my bathroom down to the studs and subfloor after discovering mushrooms and black mold. Thankfully, the structure is fine, but now I want to ensure…
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Has Anyone Tried Kohler Luxstone for a Bathroom Remodel?
I recently received a quote for a Kohler Luxstone bathtub and shower replacement, and the total came to about $18,000. With a Costco promotion, it would be around…
Are Matte Black Bathroom Fixtures Worth It?
I'm about to commit to matte black fixtures—like the faucet and vanity handles—for my bathroom remodel because I love their modern and minimalist vibe. However, I'm a bit…
What Should I Do If Self Leveler Was Installed on Wet Primer?
I recently had a contractor come by to install a self-leveler for my bathroom remodel. However, my wife noted that he was in and out in less than…
What's the Best Way to Paint Ceramic Bathroom Tiles?
I've got some standard off-white ceramic tiles on my bathroom floor that are about 15 years old, and I'm not ready to replace them just yet. I want…
Navigating Quotes and Proposals with a Contractor: What's the Best Approach?
I'm contemplating hiring a contractor for a bathroom refresh, but I'm a bit puzzled by his process. He gave me a 'quote' initially, and now wants to present…
Toto Toilets: Drake vs. Aquia - Need Some Guidance!
Hey everyone! I'm diving into the world of Toto toilets for my bathroom renovation and still have a few questions after sifting through some previous posts. I've heard…
Is $12,100 a reasonable quote for shower and tub renovation?
I received a quote from a company for renovating my shower tub combo, which includes new tile, a new bathtub, new fixture hardware, and waterproofing under the tile.…
Why Are Contractors Ghosting Me?
I'm new to managing renovations in my home, and I recently reached out to a few contractors for estimates to redo my bathroom. One contractor really stood out…
Concerns About My Bathroom Remodel: Is It Up to Standard?
Hey everyone! I recently hired a contractor to remodel my bathroom, but I'm feeling a bit anxious about how things are going. I'm not very experienced with bathroom…
Help! How to fix an inch-wide gap between shower tile and ceiling?
I'm in the middle of a bathroom remodel, and I've run into a problem with the shower tile installation. The ceiling isn't level, which has created a gap…
How Can I Extend My 36x36 Shower to 60" Long Without Making It Wider?
I'm looking to extend my current 36x36 shower to make it longer, ideally to 60 inches, but I can't make it any wider. I'd like to have the…
Help! My Mosaic Shower Floor is Leaking - What's Going Wrong?
I've got a mosaic glass tile installed on my bathroom shower floor, and I've been dealing with leaks that are making their way into my basement. I've tried…
How Much of My Joists Need to Be Trimmed for a Curbless Shower?
I'm currently remodeling a house that has 2x6 floor joists and two layers of subflooring (5/8" + 5/8"). I assumed that with a total of 1 1/4" subfloor,…
Is it Normal for Contractors to Only Work Once a Week?
I'm dealing with a frustrating situation with my contractors. This is the second project I've had with them. The first time, they took five months to finish a…
Should I Go for a 2 or 3 Function Shower System in My New Bathroom?
I'm in the process of building a new bathroom that includes a bathtub, and I really want to have a rainhead, a handheld showerhead, and the faucet for…
What to Do If My Toilet Flange Is Installed at the Wrong Angle?
I recently remodeled my bathroom, including the tiling, and just realized that the toilet flange is rotated 90 degrees. I didn't notice this earlier because I wasn't really…
Can I Tile Over OSB with Linoleum Adhesive Residue?
I'm currently updating my bathroom and I've removed the linoleum that was glued to the OSB floor. While I managed to get most of the adhesive off, there's…
Should I Replace My Old Tub with a New One on Top?
I've got this shallow old tub from the 1960s that I'd love to replace with a deeper one, but I'm wondering if I could just install the new…
Do I Need Backer Board Before Tiling on Self-Leveling Concrete?
I'm in the process of redoing my bathroom, and I've noticed that the plywood subfloor isn't level. My plan is to lay down some self-leveling concrete to fix…