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w- ic4fisvvc 4 u yf n a fvjmaaa for bathrooms out with old in with new out with the old and in with the new this concept of change has helped make the bathroom the most fre quently remodeled room in the home the desire to replace outdated fixtures has been cited as the num ber one reason for bath remodeling says francis jones ckd cbd executive director of the national kitchen and bath association but todays consumers are doing more than just replacing they want more than the typical fivebyseven foot tiled space todays bathrooms have emerged into body rooms designed to pamper and provide comfort a recent survey conducted by the nkba revealed that more and more baths being designed and installed today include amenities such as whirlpool tubs bidets steam facilities and entertainment equip ment but there is more to creating a beautiful or luxurious bathroom than just replacing a standard tub with a jetted one or moving fixtures to make more space before beginning a bathroom remodeling ample consideration should be given to all of the factors involved in creating a well- designed safe room bathrooms if not properly designed arid installed will be a hin drance rather than a luxury regard less of what they include says rus sell w platek ckd cbd they should first and foremost meet the five basic human needs of sanita tion storage grooming comfort and aesthetics platek indicates that sanitation involves meeting the personal hygiene needs of the bath rooms users grooming includes provisions for daily routines such as shaving makeup application hair care oral hygiene etc it involves planning for proper and adequate lighting and work space storage involves planning ample space practically arranged for tow- els medicines toiletries grooming aids cosmetics cleaning supplies appliances and other items comfort concerns not only the users personal habits and prefer ences such as reading soaking or relaxing but largely concerns the safety of individuals using the bath room aesthetics refers to how a room appears to the eye the total look it is concerned with the elements and principles of design form space line texture color balance continu ity arid emphasis there also are recommended clearance spaces to consider says platek appropriate space must be allowed on the sides and in front of water closets and bidets between walls and sink bowls and in front of lavatories and for entering and exit ing tub and shower fixtures minimum clearances as pre scribed by the nkba include the following water closets toilets 15 on each side measured from the centre of the bowl 21 in front of fixture 30 from centre of a bidet lavatories sinks 2 from edge of bowl to wall or obstruction 21 in front of fixture 4 between bowl edges for lavato ries with more than one sink bowl tubs and showers 21 space to enter and exit fixture there also are prescribed heights and locationsplacements for shower heads tub faucets soap dishes grab bars toilet paper dispensers and other bathroom accessories some of the most critical consid eration in a bathroom remodeling have to do with whats behind the walls not whats in jront of them says platek for example if someone wants to install a whirlpool tub certain plumbing and electrical require ments must be met in some instances it may involve the instal lation of additional circuitry in the home or the addition or replacement of pipes and traps achieving success in a bath remodeling requires a lot of knowl edge planning and expertise to help ensure that the project is done properly and to make the process go more smoothly consumers sjhould consult a professional such as a member of the national kitchen and bath association or a certified bathroom designer they are aware of the elements of good design available products plumbing and- electrical codesrequirements and can proper ly install a new bath as well as design it a qualified bathroom designer has the knowledge and experience required to get the job done right says platek nphectore ooors sashes mouioings hardware etc spring special on paint cieee asstd colours the kidney foundation supports research patient services and public education please give generously the kidney foundation of canada were out to make kidney disease obsolete quality stain 250 ml 495 11 1095 41 3195 for that special project reg 595 reg 1295 reg 3695 milk paint 1049 reg 1195 oil paint 1395 reg 1595 all paint supplies stencils were moving watch iforour exciting grand opening post a beam corner of hwy 48 andstouffvitle m 6421633 6406616 j habpwpo 2000 tile samples to choose from ceramic quarry marble granite carpet indian rugs vinyl cork hardwood tools accessories do it yourself or we will install lincolnville interiors 67b edward st stoiiffville 6407552