Bath Remodel

Bathroom remodels are adjusting layouts to suite specific situations.  Fixture spacing and clearances are important for safe and comfortable movement within a bathroom space.  The layout of bathrooms should also take into account 1. space for and locations of accessories such as towel bars, mirrors and medicine cabinets. 2. number of plumbing walls required and the locations of stacks, vents and horizontal runs.

FINISHES – all finishes should be durable, sanitary and easy to clean, and flooring should have a non-slip surface.

VENTILATION – Bathrooms require either natural or mechanical ventilation in order to remove stale air and supply fresh air.  Provide natural ventilation by means of an operable window.  Mechanical ventilating system may be employed in lieu of natural ventilation system.  The ventilating fan should be located close to the shower and high on an exterior wall opposite the bathroom door.  It should be connected directly to the outside.

PLUMBING – Plumbing fixtures should be of same finish such as chrome, brushed nickel or satin nickel, etc, in order to tie the bathroom together.

ELECTRICAL – Electrical switches and convenience outlets should be located where they are needed, but away from water or wet areas.  They should not be accessible from a bathtub or shower.  All convenience outlets should be protected by a ground fault interrupter (GFI).  

LIGHTING – Natural lighting by means of exterior glazed openings is always desirable.  A single overhead light fixture is usually not acceptable; auxiliary lighting is required over the tub or shower, over the lavatory and vanity counter.  The light fixture of the tub or shower should be resistant to water vapor.

LEAD Construction specializes in kitchens, bathrooms and additions in the following communities:

Contact Denis O’Leary at 925-372-5323 to schedule an appointment and get a quote.