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40 Master Bathroom Window Ideas

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Here are 40 master bathroom window ideas . Many bathrooms have windows. Bathroom windows are a little tricky because you want both light and obviously privacy. Bathroom windows require a little more thought and planning than windows in other rooms in your home. While you want as much natural light as possible, you also want to ensure privacy.  This means you’ll want to consider the view of each bathroom from outside and from all angles, especially from angles where other people may be such as neighbors, passers-by all while taking advantage of letting in the most amount of light. Options for privatizing windows: If you have close neighbors, you can always use blinds, install curtains, use sanded glass/stained glass which brings in light but people can’t see the details, and/or place the window high up in the room. I’m not big on sanded glass because it also means you can’t really see outside. Our gallery of master bedrooms with windows below inclu...

How long does a bathroom reno REALLY take and why?

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By Sarah Nolen I, like anyone, am a true fan of a great before & after makeover. And that’s exactly what reality TV has harnessed. The fact that you’re reading this article now assures me that you’ve been accustomed to fast- tracked renovation shows that are showcased every evening for our viewing pleasure. The reason why they show bathrooms completely stripped out and made afresh in only a few episodes is because there is no way on earth they’d maintain your attention if you were to sit through a real life renovation . For one, it takes a considerable amount of time and two, it would be boring. The real world of design and construction is a lot less drama filled, but hey that’s the power of reality TV, who are they going to fight with next? Keep in mind too that they also have a huge workforce on TV shows to speed up the process: double the carpenters, plumbers and electricians. This economically would not work in a typical domestic setting due to substantial additional costs ....

A Santa Fe Adobe Gets a Modern Addition

General Specs and Team Location: Santa Fe, NM Bedrooms: 3 Bathrooms: 3 Living Space : 2400 sqf Cost (USD/sq. ft.): $250/sqf Completed August 2010 - Excellence in Green Remodeling from Hacienda's Parade Of Homes (2010) - Best Design from Hacienda's Parade Of Homes (2010) - Exemplary Site Utilization from the New Mexico Green Building Council (2010) Architect/Designer/Builder: Michael Percy Grant , Percy Home Design , LLC Structural Engineer: David Grabiel, QPEC Construction Roof Type 1: R-49 (torch-down roof over 7" polyiso rigid, unvented) Roof Type 2: R-56 (standing-seam metal over 2" polyiso over 12" TJI w/ cellulose, unvented) Walls Existing : R-10 to R-15 (plaster/stucco over 2-3" polyurethane spray foam over 14" earth adobe) Walls New: R-29 ( James Hardie clapboard siding over 2" XPS over 2x6 @ 24 o.c. w/ cellulose) Floors, existing: 8" inaccessible & uninsulated dirt crawl space , old vents sealed up, exhausted by HRV...

The Great Escape

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Photographer: Norman’s Photographic The Ford EcoBoost made easy work of towing the Escape fifth-wheel. This compact combo is ready for adventure. A molded fiberglass body seals this unique, fully equipped fifth-wheel from the elements while projecting an aura of durability and adventure “Bigger is better,” seems to be the mantra these days, as the RV industry responds to consumer demands for trailers and fifth-wheels with high-livability factors. Lightweight materials and modern building practices have allowed manufacturers to churn out a plethora of larger trailers that not long ago would have enthusiasts scratching their heads as to the wisdom of such lengths. Not everyone wants big, but few want to sacrifice livability, comfort and quality. Those who gravitate to smaller trailers are usually more adventurous and relish destination freedom or simply are not enamored with material things and opulence. Escape Trailer Industries in Chilliwack, British Columbia, thinks it can satis...