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Your Medicine Cabinet Buying Guide
Posted on May 15, 2019 by Julia Ritzenthaler in Buying Guides
What To Look For When Considering a Medicine Cabinet Back in the old days, a medicine cabinet was just a very simple, shallow set of shelves, sitting behind a door that doubled as a mirror for men to shave in and women to do their makeup and fix their hair in. Back in those days, the vanity […]
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Bathroom Countertop Buying Guide
Posted on May 8, 2019 by Julia Ritzenthaler in Bathroom Remodeling Information
When to Consider a Bathroom Vanity Without a Countertop Here we see the pros and cons of choosing a base vanity cabinet without the top. If you know what you want and it isn’t the standard Baltic brown, black granite, white marble, etc, you may want to consider going without a top and having one […]
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Bathroom Faucets Buying Guide: How to Choose the Right Faucet for Your Bathroom Sink
Posted on April 29, 2019 by Julia Ritzenthaler in Buying Guides
If you view your bathroom vanity as many people do, as the centerpiece of your entire bathroom, then the faucets that adorn your vanity should be chosen with just as much care. Additionally, if you’re just doing an easy upgrade and changing out your existing faucets, adding unique and stylish pieces can bring a tired vanity back […]
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Pros & Cons of Vessel Sinks
Posted on April 4, 2019 by Julia Ritzenthaler in Bathroom Essentials
History of Vessel Sinks One of the must have bathroom trends these days is vessel bowl sinks. All the rage in bathroom remodel and new construction, these sinks have a misconception of being more suitable for modern and contemporary design. This assumption couldn’t be further from the truth. A quick history lesson for those that […]
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Why You Should Get An Inspection When Remodeling
Posted on March 16, 2015 by Julia Ritzenthaler in Videos
Getting a home inspection may cost less in the long run. Here, Randy goes over the importance of getting an inspection done before your remodel project.
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How To Care For a Glass Vessel Sink
Posted on March 16, 2015 by Julia Ritzenthaler in Videos
In this video, Julia shares the proper way to clean your vessel sink. You really only need a soft cloth and a mild soap like dish soap. You don’t want to spray directly any harsh chemicals as it will harm many things in the bathroom. If you need to use a cleaner, spray it on […]
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Vessel Sinks: Form or Function in the Bathroom?
Posted on November 25, 2014 by Julia Ritzenthaler in Videos
Are vessel sinks for form or function? Well, to be totally honest, Julia tells us they are more for a particular look. You want to keep in mind the amount of use a vessel sink will get. There will be splashing so you want to be prepared to be wiping down the counter tops. If […]
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Trending: Unique Bathroom Wall Design Ideas
Posted on October 15, 2014 by Julia Ritzenthaler in Ask the Designer
With so many materials to cover our walls with these days, why choose just one? Learn the techniques on mixing materials in your bathroom.
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What’s Your Style? Asian Bathroom Elements
Posted on October 13, 2014 by Julia Ritzenthaler in Ask the Designer
Asian style design is restful, peaceful and serene. Learn the basics so you can start transforming your own bathroom today!
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Bathroom Trends: Vanities with Open Storage
Posted on October 3, 2014 by Julia Ritzenthaler in Ask the Designer
There are countless styles of vanities available, choosing the right one can be a challenge. Open shelf vanities can solve your problems with beauty and practicality.
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Color Series: Incorporating Red into Your Bathroom Design
Posted on October 1, 2014 by Julia Ritzenthaler in Ask the Designer
The color red is invigorating and exciting. Learn tips on correctly using it in your bathroom.
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What’s Your Style? Contemporary Bathroom Elements
Posted on September 29, 2014 by Julia Ritzenthaler in Ask the Designer
Contemporary design is clean, refreshing and elegant. Learn the basic elements of contemporary bathrooms in order to introduce some into your own bathroom!
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Color Series: Black & White Bathrooms
Posted on September 24, 2014 by Julia Ritzenthaler in Ask the Designer
Black and white: the ultimate classic color scheme. You cannot go wrong with black and white — and you can add a pop of any other color to make it yours.
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What’s Your Style? Vintage Bathroom Elements
Posted on September 22, 2014 by Julia Ritzenthaler in Ask the Designer
Vintage bathrooms are charming and unique. Get the basics on vintage design quickly so you can head to the flea market!
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Color Series: Adding Blues & Silvers to Your Bathroom Design
Posted on September 19, 2014 by Julia Ritzenthaler in Ask the Designer
Blue and silver is classic, serene color scheme. Consider transforming your bathroom through the use of color today!
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Bathroom Remodeling Guide: What is Appropriate Height for Mirrors, Sinks and More?
Posted on September 17, 2014 by Julia Ritzenthaler in Ask the Designer
Bathrooms must be thought of in three dimensions. Learn how to decide where to hang your mirror or toiler paper holder, or maybe even what you should be adjusting for a more functional space.
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What’s Your Style? Transitional Bathroom Elements
Posted on September 15, 2014 by Julia Ritzenthaler in Ask the Designer
Learn the basics of transitional design in bathrooms so you can create your own personal oasis!
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Bathroom Trends – To Wallpaper or Not? That is the Question!
Posted on September 12, 2014 by Julia Ritzenthaler in Ask the Designer
Wallpaper is back, and we should all embrace it. From small powder rooms to expansive master bathroom retreats, wallpaper can liven up any space!
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What’s Your Style? Texas Bathroom Elements
Posted on September 10, 2014 by Julia Ritzenthaler in Ask the Designer
Texas style done right is welcoming and fun. Learn the basics of this style and start transforming your own bathroom today!
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Color Series: Incorporating Color into Your Kitchen Design
Posted on September 8, 2014 by Julia Ritzenthaler in Ask the Designer
Kitchens are the center of many households. We gather and spend a lot of time in them, so picking a color scheme you love is important. Get some ideas and try something new today!
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