Accessibility in Bathroom Design: Practical Solutions for Your Home
When designing a bathroom, accessibility is key. It’s about making the space functional for everyone, regardless of mobility. Whether you’re planning a renovation or building from scratch, you need to think about long-term usability.
Why Accessibility MattersYou need a bathroom that works for everyone. As you or your loved…
Preparing Your Bathroom for Winter: 5 Things You Need to Know
It may seem a bit early to talk about winter when the temperature outside is in the 30s (mid-80s Fahrenheit) but trust us, it’s never too early to start getting your bathroom ready for winter, especially here in Ottawa.While most focus on winterizing our homes’ exteriors, the bathroom often gets overlooked. But…
10 most common mistakes during bathroom renovation
It’s easy to make mistakes during your bathroom renovation project making an entire experience costly and frustrating. By understanding the common errors people make during bathroom renovations, you can save time, money, and a lot of headaches. This will help you avoid the most common pitfalls and ensure your bathroom renovation goes smoothly.
Heated Floors in Your Bathroom: Pros And Cons
Everyone who has heated floors in their bathroom will tell you: they are great. The feeling of waking up on a cold winter morning and stepping onto a warm cozy bathroom floor is like no other. That feeling, however, comes at a cost. Before you dive into the world of radiant floor heating, it’s important to…
Bathroom Renovation vs. Bathroom Remodel: Understanding the Key Differences
Many homeowners use phrases like ‘bathroom renovation’ and ‘bathroom remodeling’ interchangeably, without giving it much thought. While both phrases describe similar concept that has to do with making changes to your bathroom, the two differ significantly when comes to scope, budget and timing.
What is Bathroom Renovation?Bathroom renovation involves…
5 Ways To Make Your Bathroom Energy-Efficient
In today’s eco-conscious world, making your bathroom more energy-efficient is not just a way to save on your utility bills, but also a step towards a sustainable future. This comprehensive guide will walk you through practical and innovative strategies to enhance your bathroom’s energy efficiency, ensuring both environmental benefits and cost savings.
The Ultimate Guide to Planning Your Bathroom Renovation
Renovating your bathroom is not just about upgrading it aesthetically; it’s about enhancing your home’s value and functionality. This guide will walk you through the importance of meticulous planning and the benefits you can reap from a well-executed renovation. Whether you’re looking to modernize your space or make it more energy-efficient, understanding the scope and potential…
Embracing 2024: The Future of Ottawa Bathroom Renovation Trends
In 2024, Ottawa homeowners are redefining their bathroom spaces with innovative trends that blend aesthetics, functionality, and sustainability. This year, the focus is on bathrooms renovation projects that do not just create rooms of necessity but personal sanctuaries that reflect individual style and preferences.
Transforming Powder Rooms into Luxurious Spaces
I am Grout! What you need to know about Bathroom Tile Grout
The world of bathroom renovations often focuses on tiles, but the unsung hero – grout – plays a crucial role. Grout does more than just fill the gaps; it defines the look, feel, and longevity of your tiled surfaces.Types of Grout
Sanded Grout: Ideal for larger…Sanded Grout: Ideal for larger…
Inspiration Sources for Your Next Bathroom Renovation
Renovating a bathroom is a journey that combines creativity with practicality. Finding the right inspiration is crucial to create a space that reflects your style and meets your needs. In this article, we’ll explore various sources where you can gather ideas for your bathroom renovation.Websites for Bathroom Renovation Ideas Pinterest…
Avoiding Disappointment: The Top 10 Missteps in Small Bathroom Renovations
Discover the ‘Top 10 Common Small Bathroom Renovation Mistakes’ and how to avoid them in our comprehensive guide. Make your next compact bathroom makeover project a success!
The Ultimate Guide to Choosing the Perfect Bathroom Renovation Contractor
When it comes to making over your bathroom, it’s not just about choosing the right tiles, the perfect tub, or that dreamy shade of teal you’ve had your eye on. Arguably, the most crucial decision is picking a trustworthy bathroom renovation contractor. But how do you sift through the countless options out there? Well, pour…
Transform Your Laundry Room: Innovative Renovation Ideas
Laundry rooms are often the unsung heroes of the home, tucked away and forgotten until it’s time to tackle the weekly mountain of washing. However, with thoughtful design and clever renovations, your laundry room can be transformed into a functional and stylish space that makes the mundane task of laundry a bit more enjoyable.
The Silent Threat: How Bad Plumbing Can Lead to Mold in Your Home
In the vast ecosystem of a house, even the smallest of problems can snowball into larger issues if left unchecked. One of these issues, which homeowners often underestimate, is the connection between poor plumbing and the onset of mold. While a dripping faucet or a slight leak under the sink might seem benign, the implications of leaving…
Embrace the Future: Unveiling the Latest Bathroom Tech
The bathroom is rapidly transforming from a utilitarian space to a technological haven, offering comfort, entertainment, and energy efficiency. If you are looking to upgrade your bathroom into a smart space, dive into this guide to discover the latest bathroom tech and gadgets that are setting trends in 2023.
Smart Showers
Unveiling the Ideal Soaking Experience: A Guide to Bathtub Varieties
The concept of bathroom has transcended its original utilitarian purpose and morphed into sanctuaries of indulgence and calm. At the heart of this transformation lies the unassuming bathtub. Its presence in bathrooms expand into a plethora of shapes and forms, catering to various tastes and budgets.
Let’s explore what these transformation look like today…
DIY Around the House: When to Call a Specialist
Here’s a guide to help you determine which jobs you can tackle yourself and when it might be best to call in the experts.
Bathroom Renovation Trends in Fall 2023
Ever walked into a bathroom and felt like you’ve traveled back in time? The peach tiles, the fuzzy toilet seat covers, remember those? Now, let’s dive into what’s currently making waves in bathroom design. Fall 2023 is ushering in fresh, innovative, and stunning trends for bathroom renovation!Bathrooms have transitioned from being just…
Should I Convert my Tub to a Shower?
Nothing transforms a bathroom space like replacing a tub with a walk-in shower. Typically, two-in-one shower and tubs are what we see in bathrooms these days, as it’s a great way to provide bathing options in limited space. That said, there are both pros and cons associated with replacing…
Useful Tips: How to Save on Your Bathroom Renovation in Ottawa
Many of us dream of the perfect home, the perfect space, the perfect bathroom. Saving your hard-earned money for a bathroom renovation is a happy thought. But in the words of Willie Nelson, “We create our own unhappiness.” This blog post is not about music or the art of happiness, but it is…
How to Make a Bathroom Handicap Accessible
Your personal or family circumstances can change in an instant, requiring you to make adjustments to your living space to make it more accessible. This includes the bathroom, which can often be difficult to navigate when dealing with mobility issues. By making a few simple renovations, you can create…
Showcasing a Stunning Bathroom Renovation in Ottawa by Miracle Dream Homes
We are very happy to report the completion of another 3-piece bathroom renovation in an Ottawa south home.
Though it’s a very typical bathroom renovation project and 3-piece bathrooms are very common in modern construction, the project turned out to be quite a nice looking bathroom. It’s not a big bathroom, but it’s very cozy and clean and the client loved the way it turned…
How Can I Add Storage to My Small Bathroom?
Is it possible to add some storage to a small bathroom or is it a contradiction in terms? In this short article, we will address how to maximize the storage in a small size bathroom and what one can expect as far as functional storage capacity during bathroom renovations in Ottawa.