Before I talk about bathrooms, I would like to thank Bill Nickerson for this opportunity to introduce myself to you. My name is Ken Howell and I am the co-owner of Synergy Total Home, a residential contractor located in Acton. Together with my partner Julius Dunworth, we have more than two decades of experience transforming our customer’s houses into the home of their dreams. I would welcome the opportunity to speak with you about any project you have been considering. Now let's talk about bathrooms.
With the decrease in housing sales in recent years, homeowners are looking at ways to improve their current homes. One area that continues to be a popular area to remodel is bathrooms. That shouldn't be surprising, every house has at least a couple baths and some have more. At Synergy Total Home, we love doing bath remodels and our customers love the results. Let's look at some bath remodeling tends for 2012:
1. Large, open custom showers: Large showers made with designer tile are a big request right now. People like the rich look of tile and the custom appearance it offers. Adding to the open feeling are clear glass doors that are hinged rather than sliding. In addition, people want their baths to be a relaxing spa like retreat and one way to accomplish that is with multiple shower heads. We do many custom showers with a fixed shower head and a handheld wand.
2. Jacuzzi's are out, soaking tubs are in: How many of us have a jacuzzi that we never use? The answer is most of us. And how about all the room some of them take up. Today more people are opting for simpler soaking tubs. A soaking tub is typically larger than a standard tub but still takes less space than a jacuzzi. Add a few candles and you are set for a relaxing evening.
3. Bring in the light: Our customers view their master baths as a sanctuary from a stressful world. They want them to bright and cheerful, even sun filled. Many of our customers are requesting more windows or even skylights were possible. Many glass options are available to ensure privacy.
4. Big fan, little noise: Exhaust fans continue to be a popular request not to mention being required by code in most circumstances. But while people may want what the fan can do they don't really want to hear it doing it. Ultra quiet fans are what most people opt for. Properly installed these fans are almost impossible to hear. Fans are also available with lights and heat.
5. Water closets: For those that have the space a separate water closet is a big advantage. Let's face it, we may love our spouse but we all need privacy now and then. Sometimes it requires relocating the toilet but with PVC pipes it’s not as complex as it may seem.
That's the first five; I will cover the second five in Bill's next newsletter. In the meantime, if you have any questions please contact me at
978 369 1006 or send me an email at kghowell65@msn.com. You can also check out our website at www.synergyrestorations.com
Article courtesy of: Ken Howell, Co-owner of Synergy Total Home
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