If you’re considering installing a vessel sink in your bathroom, here are a few things to keep in mind. Materials. Vessel sinks come in a variety of materials. When choosing, consider your lifestyle. Choose a durable material such as cast iron or v...

Today’s contemporary bathroom design combines the beauty of nature with modern amenities. Here are six ways you can bring a natural look to your bathroom. Use natural materials. Choose stained, unpainted wood for shelving, cabinets, and even vanity ...

Whether you just want a new look in your bathroom or you want to save money on contractors, here are a few redesign projects anyone can do. Painting. Painting is easy to do on your own, and it can make a drastic change in your bathroom. Installing ...

Whether you’re planning a large redesign project or simply replacing your old bathtub, here are a few tips for choosing a new one. Comfort. Bathtubs come with built-in armrests, seats, ergonomic back support, massaging jets, and many other features t...

Here are a few tips for designing a signature guest bathroom that’s sure to impress. Choose dramatic colors. A deep, rich red, chocolate brown, or electric blue might overwhelm a larger room—but in a small powder room, you can afford to take chance...

It’s estimated that about 3,000 people age 65 or older die from falls each year in the U.K. Most of these falls occur in the home, and they’re especially likely to happen in the bathroom. The floors are often wet and slippery, and there are plenty of...

It’s hard for a bathroom to be a relaxing haven if it’s always a mess. And the average bathroom gets cluttered quickly. When you keep all your medications, makeup, grooming materials, shower materials, towels and toilet paper, and first aid items in...

New bathroom fixtures can make up a big part of your redesign budget—especially if you’re replacing your shower and tub. But replacing your bathroom fixtures doesn’t have to cost a great deal. Whether you’re planning a big remodeling project or ...

If you’re redesigning your bathroom, you have a lot of choices when it comes to your new shower. Sure, you can go with the common shower-and-bath combination with a shower curtain. But your shower can be more than just a practical place to wash up: it...

People use—and waste—more water in the bathroom than in any other room in the house. Add all that water use with polluting soaps and shampoos, the energy used to heat the water, and more—and your bathroom could be doing damage to the environment. ...

If you’re remodeling your bathroom, choosing your fixtures could seem like the least of your worries. But your fixtures make a big difference in how your bathroom will look when it’s finished. A well-planned choice will provide the perfect accen...

There’s no getting around it—most of us must share bathroom space. A bathroom should be an oasis of calm in a hectic house. But if you share the space, there could be more conflict than relaxation. Most shared bathrooms are far from the relaxing i...

Most professionals will tell you that trying to cut cost on a bathroom redesign can lead to problems. But if your budget is small, there are several things you can do to save money without disastrous consequences. It takes some experience to know just h...

When redesigning a bathroom, some mistakes can be easily fixed. Others will cost plenty of time and money. These big mistakes happen more often than you’d think—and it’s never easy to make them right. Here’s a list of basic design flaws to avoi...

Forget the color scheme, the design elements, and the floor plan. The contractor you choose to redesign your bathroom may be the most important decision you’ll make. Hiring a contractor can save you time and money. But if you hire the wrong one, your...