Marble and Mosaic Tile Bathroom Renovation

Here is another great example of a client selecting two simple tile arrangements to create a great looking bathroom renovation.  The marble tiles have great movement and are accented by mosaic tiles.  We were able to create a nice step up to the tub and continued the design in the shower installation.   This was a great looking renovation that Classic Tile and Renovations was proud to be part of!

-Tony DiMaggio

The Mosaic tiles give this bathroom a nice accent to the Marble tiles that enclose the bath tub. 

We continued the marble and mosaic pattern into the shower to finish off this custom bathroom installation

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 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!   

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! 

Tile Flooring

The possibilities that you can have with tile are endless!  You could have a simple floor plan installed or use different tile sizes to create something more dramatic like this rug inlay pictured below.  I recently finished up a rug inlay that was simple to create and provides the homeowner with a focal point as they enter the house.

Bath Renovations

Another good way to add value to your house is by upgrading your bathroom.  Whether it is a fresh coat of paint, new tile, or a complete renovation, bathrooms can be a big selling point if and when you decide to put your home on the market.  It is also money well spent as you typically spend a great deal of time in your bathroom daily.  I recently finished up a complete renovation on a couple's master bathroom.  As you can see we redid everything.  New vanities, lighting, paint, shower, tub, tile, granite counter tops and more.  This is an example of a bathroom renovations where we completely replaced and upgraded everything.  As you can see, the possibilities are endless!  Give me a call if you'd like to have us build the bathroom of YOUR dreams! 

 

Leave No Trace

Surprisingly, this topic is one of the finer details of my craft that often gets overlooked by many in my trade.   Let's face it, you're sinking thousands of dollars into your dream renovation and there is nothing worse than having to do additional unnecessary clean up long after I'm gone.  Your belongings are valuable and worth protecting during any installation so make sure that whomever you choose is serious about protecting your assets.  Make sure your contractor/installer keeps your belongings protected by covering them with drop cloths or tarps.  It may seem like such a trivial thing, but my work revolves around cutting, sawing, painting, sanding and plumbing which puts a lot of dust into the workspace.  By covering your belongings at the beginning of the project, you'll be happy with the finished product the moment I leave your house.