Blue River Construction
Bathroom Remodeling
Up grading your bathrooms is one of the wisest investment decisions you could make to increase the value of your home. Home buyers these days are just as interested in luxury bathrooms with all bells and whistles and, when faced with a choice of two similar sized homes in the same area, don't mind paying extra for the one with the glamorous bathrooms. Even something as simple as a bath tub remodel can give your old bathroom a new lease of life. Always decide on a bath remodeling plan that takes into consideration your space constraints, as well as your budget. Your bathroom should be in sync with the rest of the house, when it comes to theme and décor.
A brisk invigorating shower is the only way to start the day. Installing the right kind of shower for your size of bathroom can mean greater functionality and convenience. If you are restricted by the size of your bathroom, you may find that a detachable shower or a tub-shower combo if you have the space for a tub, is the right choice for you. Showers themselves are not restricted to a single size or angle, or even a single unit at all. Newer dual shower head systems allow you to direct your shower at any part of the body through the presence of two separate shower heads that are connected to a single water line. So, if your back is killing you after a long day at work, angle the shower head directly to your back, and relax!
While a shower is a practical and time efficient bathing option, there is nothing to beat the luxury of a luxurious soak in a bath tub. When it comes to bath tub styles, there are more styles than you can choose from. The traditional recessed system that has only one side visible is installed to fit within 3 walls. A corner tub is installed between two walls. A free standing tub can be placed just anywhere in the bathroom you want. These can come in the form of vintage looking claw foot tubs, or sophisticated modern visions in granite and marble. Besides, there are whirlpool tubs, and Jacuzzi style tubs with hundreds of tiny jets that shoot out water at high pressure to provide an intensely relaxing experience. If you are looking at a whirlpool tub, you will need a dedicated water heater and electrical circuit.
Recent Requests
Major remodel. Home built in the 1940s 2,500 square ft. Old wood shingle roof needs to be completely replaced, planning on either composite or slate-like shingles. The layout of the home/wall configuration needs to be reworked. Kitchen and bathroom needs work. Would like med-higher class appliances (doesn't need to be state of the art) and quality countertop, and economical on the wood cabinetry. Budget $100,000 to $150,000. Can it be done on budget in 3 months time?
Christine A
We live in a 1 1/2 story house built in 1919. Our bathroom's ceiling is currently set up along the roof line and we would like to get a shed dormer to utilize the entire space. Currently can't fully stand to take a shower. We're looking at just building a dormer with a window and keeping the existing fixtures, claw foot tub and plumbing.
Emily S