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Bathroom Remodeling Ideas for Showers in Log Homes

Log homes are rustic, warm, cozy, and naturally inviting. The bathrooms found in log homes should be no different, mirroring elements found in nature. Remodeling a shower can be as simple as replacing the shower head or as complicated as resurfacing the entire shower stall . The cost will vary widely, depending on the work. Larger shower remodels should be considered an investment, which will increase your home's value. Go Frameless A new shower stall will undoubtedly change the whole appearance of the bathroom. One shower trend is to create a spa-like feel with a frameless shower . This shower design works especially well in log home bathrooms . Frameless shower stalls made entirely of stone will definitely give the shower an outdoorsy, log cabin feel . Some classic log home shower stall materials include stones , river rocks, logs and wood beams. Glass and granite are becoming more popular as well. Add a Modern Twist A clear, solid glass stall or glass block shower will ...

Decorating Ideas to Make a Glass Shower Door More Private | Home Guides

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If many people share a bathroom, making the shower more private is a well-received idea. Glass shower doors are a common design element in many modern bathrooms. The clear doors make the bathroom appear larger, but offer little to no privacy. If it's necessary that two or three people share the bathroom some of the time, this creates a problem. Add some design elements to your bathroom to add privacy to the overexposing glass. Shower Curtain Hang a shower curtain for privacy. It requires minimal effort and allows you to enhance the decor of your bathroom with color and design. Place a spring rod between the shower walls on the inside of the clear shower door . Attach the curtain to the rod with round rings or curtain clips. When you open your shower door, push the curtain to one side to enter the space. If you love the look of the clear glass, the curtain is easily taken down when entertaining guests or when your privacy needs change. Window Clings Add decals or clings to...

Outdoor Living : Outdoor Shower

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These three designs let you choose from a simple portable unit , a casual shower with cottage charm, and a spa-like sanctuary. Get ready to stay cool this season! Proj ect 1 Easy, Inexpensive, and Portable Cost $125*Park this shower poolside, by the garden, or near an entry where you can hose off the kids before they come inside. Water shoots up through the PVC pipe and out through holes drilled in the top pipe section . The pipe branches serve as handy racks for towels or swim goggles. Casters on the back side of the wooden base let you easily roll the base unit after the shower section has been removed. Good to Know: Use a black hose to get warmer water. The dark material will soak up the sun's heat and transfer some warmth to the water.     Project 2 Casual and Convenient Cost $580*How about a cozy spot just steps away where you can catch an early morning shower or rinse off the dog after a long walk. The 6-foot- high walls ensure privacy , while a drainage pipe under the dec...

9 bathroom design dilemmas and solutions

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Create your dream bathroom with these simple design solutions . Powder rooms, basement bathrooms, outdated ensuites... With design trends ever-changing, it can be difficult to find a home with your dream space. But breathe, there is still hope! With a few savvy design solutions , you can make your bath the sparkling haven you dream of. Photography by Ashley Capp 1 Problem: My basement bathroom can get quite damp and I’m scared of water damage on the walls. 
If you’re without a window in your below-ground bathroom, keep water damage at bay by installing a fan and tiling the walls from floor to ceiling. Photography by Stacey Brandford 2 Problem: Our main floor powder room is teeny tiny and feels more like a closet. Make that small space shine like a diamond with a few glam updates. Paper the walls in a fun pattern, go bold with artwork and add some shine with brass scones. It will feel less like a closet and more like stepping inside a jewelry box! Photography by Donna Griffith 3 Probl...

A Master Bath Renovation

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It was certainly a process of a few month’s work, but my brother-in-law, Bruce, finished up their master bath renovation and it looks fabulous!  I can’t wait to share it with you all.  Did you know that kitchens and master baths are right at the top of the list for spaces to renovate in a home that will add the most value?  It’s true.  I hear it all the time.  Most folks when they are looking at a resale home really love it when it has an up to date kitchen and renovated master bath , so hopefully these master bath renovation ideas will give you some things to ponder. So, not only will they get to enjoy the beauty and newness of their master bath, it will add value to their home too, when they sell it down the road.  That’s a win-win for sure.  And also the fact that Bruce did the work himself saved them a TON of money.  Bruce shared with me that he spent about $8,500 on the whole bathroom project, including the new Closet Maid closet system that he bought and installed too.  That’s...