A Bathroom Remodeling Project

This project began, as is usual, with an assessment.

In this case the house was 59 years old, but the bathroom had probably been redone in the late 60s or early 70s.

The owner wanted a full re-pipe of all fresh water lines for the house. This would rid the home of the old galvanized pipes which were deteriorating badly.

It was desired by the owner that the sink, tub and toilet be replaced. All three had various physical damage in addition to being well worn.

The floor was spongy in places indicating damage from water. Also the vinyl tile had peeled up in several locations. It was decided that floor repairs would be effected, followed up with new ceramic tile.

The walls were also in bad shape. On the sink side most of the wall was going to have to come down during the re-pipe. This would provide access to the water lines for the bathroom and the kitchen on the far side of the same wall. It also would address the water damage evident in the area from the detiorating condition of the old pipes.

Subway tile would be used to make a four-foot-high wainscot on both walls.

The bathroom window was cracked and needed replacement.

The shower enclosure tile was cracked in places and would also be replaced.

Basically this room is going to be gutted.

The tear-out revealed extensive termite and water damage. On the good side, the big rotted-out section gave good access to the crawlspace for the house re-pipe.

Much better. The owner reports that people familiar with the old bathroom experience quite the shock when they walk into the Bathroom Mk II.

The simple designs and clean lines of the installed appliances and fixtures were chosen deliberately by the owner. And the effect is very nice. This new look (after construction, but before decorating) essentially wipes away the memory of the old bathroom.