Bathtub Renovations

Sometimes a simple bathtub renovation can make your entire bathroom look fresh again!  Take a look at this Tuscan style bathtub enclosure that we created with stone tiles.  These stone tiles have, what we say in the business, lots of movement and texture.  This type of stone helps create an inviting and warm space.  We added accent tiles to the face, top and in the enclosed shelf to further add dimension to this finished product!  The homeowner now has an inviting space to unwind from the day. 

A side view of the stone bathtub renovation. 

Notice the movement and variety of the stone in the completed bathtub renovation. 

Charlotte Bathroom Renovation

Here is another Bathroom Renovation where we utilized different sizes of the same tile to add interest and style.  We took a very basic small tile and created a diagonal pattern on the front of the tub surround.  This design flows into the shower where we continued the diagonal pattern on the floor and wall.  These simple changes create an interesting custom look that will make you happy for years to come!  My team has been working on a lot of great projects this summer, and we'll be posting more finished products soon. 

A view of the new garden tub, faucet and tile work.  Notice how different sizes of the same tile help add depth to the tub

We continued the different sized tiles in the shower and added a shower seat plus built in shelves.

Here is a view of the completed shower and vanity installation. 

Charlotte Bathroom Remodeling

Spring is picking up and I've had the pleasure of working on several renovations in Charlotte that I'll be sharing in the next couple of weeks!  Check out this Bath Remodel that my crew is finishing up.  We completely redecorated the shower by adding glass doors, custom tile, and a brand new shower head.  We added new vanities and created a new casing around the existing garden tub.   Check out the pictures and let me know how we can help you create your dream renovation!

Here is the bathroom during the renovation.  My crew doesn't build onto your existing bath, but strips back everything to the studs to make sure your shower installation is done correctly. 

An inside view of the completed shower with granite seat, new tile, and new shower fixtures.

An outside view of the new shower installation and vanity. 

Instead of replacing the garden tub, my team built a new tile enclosure and added a new faucet to match the vanity and shower fixtures.  

The Problem With DIY

It's easy to get excited about home improvement projects with networks like HGTV and The DIY (Do It Yourself) Network.  In a little under 60 minutes you can see a homeowner's old bathroom get a complete makeover.  From the initial idea, to demo and then the final "reveal," these shows are designed to get you excited about your home improvement project. 

Unfortunately, what these shows don't show is the reality of a Do It Yourself project gone bad.  Many months or years down the road, a problem can arise with your handy work that can cause tons of frustration and hundreds if not thousands of dollars in repairs.  Many times the work that home owners do is not "to code" and could potentially put you and your loved ones at risk. 

Recently I began working on a shower renovation.  As my team chipped away the old tile, we realized that there was a lot of standing water underneath the shower basin.  Further inspection lead us to a plumbing issue that a previous homeowner had fixed or someone attempted to fix (see photo below).  The water pipe appeared to have been punctured years ago and a coupler was installed to fixed the water leak. The photo below showing the shower pan full of water is from a faulty installation technique that caused the water to stay in the shower pan indefinitely. 

My team is currently remodeling this bathroom, so we'll post pictures in the coming weeks of the after shots and the steps we go through to ensure you have a quality installation that will add value to your home and protect your family for years to come.  Unless you are extremely handy and understand all the building codes, then you should leave the repair and remodeling work to those who know how to do it properly. 

Here is the shower before the renovation.

Here is a "coupler" that was used to fix a leak that might have been caused by an upgrade a previous owner was installing on the other side of the shower wall.  Note  the drywall that was used to cover up the "repair." 

As my team removed the tile they uncovered a lot of standing water underneath the tile base.  This water was a direct result of poor installation techniques.  As we all know, standing water allows for the growth of spores and mold but with the proper installation techniques, this problem can be avoided.  In the coming weeks, I'll post pictures of the full renovation!   

Creating Space in Your New Kitchen Renovation

Creating additional space to an area is easily made possible by removing existing walls and doors.  In this recent renovation, my crew removed a pocket door that separated the kitchen from the living room and opened up a wall that helped turn the space into a functional serving nook.  The removal of the wall required we build a structural support and reroute electrical outlets.  As you can see, we removed all the drywall in order to make sure that everything is to code and will work with the new space. In the end, the homeowners are now able to enjoy their kitchen and living space with the added functionality their new serving nook gives them.

Original Kitchen ready for the renovation.

The removal of the sheet rock was crucial for laying out how the finished product would look.  Note the pocket door are still in tact and the wall has not been removed.

The Pocket door and wall have been removed.  The structural support is in place and we're ready to put it all back together!  You can already see a big difference in the flow from the Kitchen to the Living Room. 

The finished kitchen renovation with brand new appliances, cabinets, fresh paint and granite counter tops.

The new under mount sink and back splash

The kitchen with the new open serving nook to the right.  A big difference from the previous layout! 

The Details of Your Home Renovation and Remodeling

The attention is always in the details.  Whenever I work on a project, I make sure my teams are always focused on delivering the best quality workmanship in not only the things that you can see but also the things you'll never see like plumbing and wiring.  The idea is that the work we do now will pay for itself many times over with value to your investment and years of enjoyment.  We recently completed a full kitchen remodel and Eugene crafted a beautiful back splash.  Notice how the tile wraps around in one seamless piece.  It's one of the many details that we won't overlook when crafting your next home renovation!