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E & GARDEN MAGAZINE. LINCOLN DAILY NEWS.com May 25, 2012
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Many homeowners are looking to redo and
update their homes, but with busy schedules,
they often only have time on the weekends.
While a complete overhaul of the house might
be unrealistic for this time frame, a bathroom
makeover is completely possible. The
following tips and tricks will show you how to
be a weekend warrior without having to hire a
professional crew for assistance.
Step 1: Get inspired
Homemagazinesandonlineresources,
such as Pinterest and Houzz, are filled
with all the newest color palettes, design
themes and patterns to get your inspiration
flowing. While time-consuming tasks, such
as replacing the tub, sink or tile, aren’t in
the cards for a quick weekend makeover, a
new wall color, showerhead and faucet can
be easily added. Use the many beautiful bath
photos to find the theme or color scheme that
calls to you, and run with it.
Step 2: One-stop shop
Heading to only one or two stores is crucial
for any weekend warrior. Your time should be
spent renovating, not driving all over town for
what you need. So, once you’ve found your
inspiration, do a bit of online research to locate
the products you want from your local home
improvement store. Planning ahead for what
would be an ideal fit in your new and improved
bath will lessen frustrations when you begin
scouring the aisles.
Step 3: Finding the perfect products
For a weekend makeover, focus on the
following
products:
paint,
faucets,
showering, accessories and accents.
•
Paint:
Be sure to choose a semigloss
or bathroom-specific paint, since the steam
from hot showers and excessive water flow
can make the bathroom a harsh environment.
•
Faucets:
When
selecting
your faucet, consider style, finish,
coordinating products and quality.
The new Moen Boardwalk bath
collection, for instance, features a blend
of vintage design and classic lines for a
stunning look in any bath -- while also
offering a wide selection of matching
showering products and accessories. It’s
available in chrome and Moen’s Spot
Resist brushed nickel finish, which does
exactly what it says -- resist fingerprints and
water spots. Plus, Moen products feature a
limited lifetime warranty to ensure quality.
•
Showering:
The shower is a place to
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