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JournalThe Bath Journal

Ideas and advice for bathroom projects.

Plain-English articles about planning, showers, tile, waterproofing and comfort.

A hand-drawn bathroom floor plan on tracing paper with a tape measure and pencil
Aging-in-Place Bathroom ChecklistComfort, Air and CareAging-in-Place Bathroom ChecklistA practical checklist for a safer, more comfortable bathroom: thresholds, seating, grab bars, lighting, floors and fixtures.Bathroom Ventilation ExplainedComfort, Air and CareBathroom Ventilation ExplainedWhy a good bathroom fan matters, how to size one, where it should vent and how long to run it after a shower.Why Shower Waterproofing MattersTile and WaterproofingWhy Shower Waterproofing MattersTile and grout are not waterproof on their own. Learn how pans, membranes and flood tests protect your shower for the long run.Grout and Caulk Care GuideTile and WaterproofingGrout and Caulk Care GuideHow to clean, seal and refresh grout and caulk, and when failing grout means it is time to call for a repair.How to Choose Bathroom TileTile and WaterproofingHow to Choose Bathroom TilePorcelain, ceramic, stone, glass and mosaic: pick tile for slip resistance, cleaning, style and the room it lives in.Tub or Shower: Which Should You Keep?Showers and TubsTub or Shower: Which Should You Keep?Think about daily use, resale, family needs and space before you swap a tub for a shower, or keep it.Walk-In Shower Design GuideShowers and TubsWalk-In Shower Design GuideSize, glass, drain, bench and floor slope: the details that make a walk-in shower comfortable and keep the water in.Tile Shower or Prefab Shower: How to ChooseShowers and TubsTile Shower or Prefab Shower: How to ChooseCompare custom tile showers and prefabricated panels for look, upkeep, speed and long-term durability before you decide.How to Pick a Vanity and a TopPlanning and DesignHow to Pick a Vanity and a TopSize, storage, sink style and countertop material: how to choose a bathroom vanity and top you will love living with.Small Bathroom Ideas That Actually WorkPlanning and DesignSmall Bathroom Ideas That Actually WorkSmart layout, clear glass, wall-hung fixtures, light and storage tricks that make a small bathroom feel larger and work better.Bathroom Remodel Timeline: What to ExpectPlanning and DesignBathroom Remodel Timeline: What to ExpectFrom design to demolition, rough-in, tile and the final walkthrough: the stages of a bathroom remodel and what usually takes time.How to Plan a Bathroom RemodelPlanning and DesignHow to Plan a Bathroom RemodelA step-by-step way to plan a bathroom remodel: what you want, what the room allows, what to choose first and who to call.
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