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Bathroom Oasis
Consider upgrades to turn your
bathroom into a retreat.
ime spent in the bathroom can be
precious, as it may be your only
solo time. When prioritizing home
upgrades, consider first transforming a ho-
hum, conventional bathroom into an oasis
of comfort, style and ultimate relaxation.
whirlpools. New bathtub offerings include
chromatherapy mood light systems,
thermotherapy heated backrests and
in-line heaters that keep water heated
perfectly.
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Replace outdated fixtures with new
top-quality options that offer greater
functionality. Manufacturers such as
Mansfield Plumbing produce fixtures and
fittings designed to work in tandem. Such
"suites" of a toilet, sink and bathtub can
improve the look of a bathroom setting.
In a toilet, there are certain features
to seek. A SmartHeight toilet allows
for easier access. For those who are
environmentally conscious or looking for
a pocketbook-friendly option, seek out a
WaterSense-rated toilet, signifying greater
water conservation.
When it comes to relaxation, the
bathtub is king. Luckily, manufacturers
are innovating features to go beyond
Make your bathroom the perfect retreat
from the rest of the house and the outside
world with a few stylish accents that
provide greater solitude.
For example, privacy decorative
glass windows and privacy acrylic block
windows offered from Hy-Lite are design
elements that don't compromise natural
light. Available in four designer frame
colors, you can go beyond plain frosted
glass with stylish windows that come
either operable or fixed in place. Offered
in varying shapes and sizes, it's easy
to match windows to other bathroom
elements, such as tiles and countertops.
Take your spa retreat a step further by
piping music into your bathroom with
humidity-resistant speakers unsusceptible
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A few upgrades can transform the look and feel of your bathroom.
to steamy showers and hot baths.
BEAUTY
On a limited budget you can give the
bathroom an elegant long-term facelift by
investing in millwork products that resist
humidity so you don't experience warping.
From crown moulding to trim around
showers and bathtubs to ceiling medallions,
polyurethane is a more practical material
than traditional wood for these design
elements. It's lightweight, easy to install
and, most importantly, designed to resist
the humidity of bathing.
To get the look of a luxury hotel,
the experts at Fypon, which produce
thousands of pieces of polyurethane
millwork, moulding and trim in a variety
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of architectural styles, recommend a few
project ideas:
• Install a set of pilasters on both sides
of your shower stall and a door crosshead
overhead to upgrade your bathroom's look.
• Surround mirrors and decorative
accent windows with painted or stained
polyurethane mouldings that complement
the room.
• Install chair rail moulding around the
bathroom to add dimension. Paint above
or below the moulding and use wallpaper,
paneling or a different color paint in the
other section.
While many think of the bathroom as a
place to take care of necessary business,
you can easily give yours an upgrade that
will transform it into a whole lot more. ❑
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