1. Beautiful Bathrooms
And how to get there

2. A little about me I’m the girl with lots of hats…………..
My Name is Linda Fougerousse, Principal Designer at Interior Transformation, Inc.
Illinois registered interior designer with 20 years of experience
Certified by the National Council for Interior Design Qualification
On-call designer at the Merchandise Mart
Interior design instructor at the College of DuPage
Winner of HGTV’s Designers’ Challenge
You might say………….
I’m the girl with lots of hats…………..

3. WE’RE GOING TO TALK ABOUT
How to go from This
To this

4. So how do I get started?
Go out and collect as many samples as you can get your hands on
….(ok J/K)
The Steps Include:
Space Planning
Selecting Finishes
Getting Proposals
Vetting & Hiring a Contractor
Going on a nice a vacation….

5. Step 1: Space Planning
Even if you’re a DIYer, this is one area that bringing in a professional can make a huge difference in the finished project.
BEFORE
AFTER

7. But if you insist, here are some general space planning tips:
Door – if at all possible, try to have your door opening into the bathroom at least 34” (2’-10” door). The minimum allowable door is 24”
All Fixtures – we recommend at least 34-36” in front of all the fixtures for adequate circulation within the space. A minimum code requirement is 21” for the lav, toilet & tub and 24” for the shower.
Toilet – ideally you should 18” on center on both sides of the toilet. 16” on center is acceptable for residential.
Enclosed Toilet (water closet) – You should plan for a space that is at least 36”w x 60”L for a enclosed toilet.
Sink – The recommend spacing from centerline of the lav is 20” to the wall. The minimum is 15”.
Double Vanity – best would be 36”, minimum by code is 30”
Tub – a typical tub will be at least 30”W x 60”L with various tub heights. This size is typical in a tub/shower combo.
Soaker Tubs can be small as 32”w but 34”-36” are a more standard.
Showers – allow at least 36” Sq. if possible for glass enclosed shower. Code on this is 30” sq. Many homes today are accommodating 2 person showers or luxury showers so 42” Sq. plus is recommended.
Storage – allow as much storage as possible but a minimum you should plan for a few extra toilet tissue rolls and hand towels.
Lighting – ideally, try to plan for two sconces placed on the sides of the mirror vs above. This gives a better illumination of the face for shaving or applying makeup. Also adding a light in the tub/shower area (be sure to use the correct UL rated fixture) and then at least one central fixture for general lighting.

8. Step 2: Selecting Finishes
In order to prepare for the bid process, it is a good idea to have most of your finishes selected prior to the bid process.
Recommended Checklist:
Cabinetry
Countertop
Tile
Plumbing Fixtures
Lighting
Optional Checklist
Mirrors
Hardware (towel bars, etc)
Cabinet hardware

9. Cabinetry What to decide:
Door Style – This has large influence on the overall price of the cabinetry
Wood Species – This can also swing the price of the cabinetry
Finish
Storage Options

10. Bathroom Storage Ideas

11. More Bathroom Storage Ideas

12. Countertop Choices Granite Marble Soapstone Solid Surface Quartz
Images from Corian and Stone Design websites

13. Countertop Options FINISH PROS CONS Granite
100% natural stone; every piece is unique, extremely resistant to heat and very scratch resistant
Requires seams and may need periodic sealing
Marble
No two slabs are alike and handles heat
More porous than granite so it can scratch and stain (nail polish, liquid make-up etc.)
Soapstone
Extremely durable natural surface; no staining, heat, resistant and nonporous. Considered the most environmentally safe countertop with no chemicals used for finishing. Available in matte or polished
To keep the finish and darkness consistent, you do have to oil it quite often. Limited color selection.
Solid Surface
Man-made of acrylic or polyester plastics; nonporous and highly resistant to bacteria-growth. Seams are almost undetectable and scratches or chips can be repaired.
Can discolor or become damaged when exposed to extreme heat; also can scratch and chip
Quartz
Made with 85-95% crushed quartz with a resin binder. Nonporous and highly resistant to bacteria growth. More durable than solid surface and won’t scratch or chip. Heat-resistant (up to 400F).
Seams can divide to trap dirt and bacteria

14. Tile: Ceramic Pros Unlimited color selection Tons of shapes
Most budget friendly
Cons
Can crack easily
Color only on surface
Most is wall and ceiling (floor available but will have a different rating)

15. Tile: Porcelain Pros Unlimited color selection
Excellent substitute for natural stone and other materials
Can be used on floors and walls
Cons
Limited shapes and trim pieces
Color only on surface
Harder to cut to size

16. Tile: Natural Stone Pros Minimal upkeep Durable and timeless
Color consistency throughout
Many size options for the more popular stone
Cons
Can be porous and will need to be sealed
Highest cost
Some stone is hard to cut as it can flake

17. Plumbing Fixture Finishes
Polished Nickel
Brushed Nickel
Chrome
Stainless Steel
Oil Rubbed Bronze
Images from Ferguson.com

18. Plumbing Fixture Finishes
Copper
Brass
Satin Brass
Matte Black
Satin Bronze
Images from Ferguson.com

19. Fixture Finishes FINISH PROS CONS Chrome
Very popular – second only to brushed nickel, usually most inexpensive.
Spots
Polished Nickel
Also popular – has a warmer finish
Spots, harder to find matching accessories
Brushed Nickel
Most popular finish. One of the most durable finishes. Doesn’t show water spots or fingerprints
Doesn’t give the shiny impact of chrome or polished nickel
Stainless Steel
No plating, long lasting
Can scratch and rust
Oil Rubbed Bronze
Easy to clean and match accessories
More expensive and not as popular
Brass
Satin Brass
Elegant unique look that doesn’t show spots or fingerprints
Harder to find and more expensive
Copper
Great antibacterial properties. Will develop beautiful patina over time
Very hard to find and match accessories
Satin Bronze
Is a nice alternative to copper that offers a softer look than oil rubbed bronze but can be used with similar finishes
Very expensive and harder to find accessories
Matte Black
Easy to clean, doesn’t show dirt
Hard to find accessories

20. Lighting Tips Choosing Lamps (Bulbs) White Light
Halogen bulbs give the most natural white light and are closest to daylight.
Some new fluorescent lights offer good color rendering and are more efficient than halogen or incandescent.
Dimmers help to reduce costs when the bright light is not needed.
Always select your finishes in the lighting that you plan to use in the bath. Lighting can change the color dramatically.

21. SOME TRENDS – 2014 Houzz Survey
Tubs:
4 out of 10 remodels are leaving the tub out of the master bath.
The tub is less important the older you get. 59% of the 65 and older are skipping the tub.
For those installing a tub, free standing tubs are winning!
Showers:
Younger homeowner prefer rain showers
Older homeowners really want the hand held
Only 14% of younger and older homeowners want the body sprays
Frameless clear glass is the “clear” choice

22. SOME TRENDS – 2014 Houzz Survey
Toilet:
The “water closet” or at least some type of privacy for the toilet, tends to be more important to those over 35
91% of the new toilets being installed are high efficiency and dual flush
Two piece toilets are still in the most demand
Sinks & Cabinets
45% of the 25 to 44 YO’s want two sinks & 58% of those 45 and over want two sinks.
Undermount sinks are preferred by 45% of those remodeling
White cabinets in the bathroom are the most popular but only by 32%. Dark, Medium woods received 21% and light wood is the least popular at 6%

23. Questions? Please feel free to stop by our booth #512 today.
You can also contact me directly at:
or and I’ll be happy to help!