ioDIGITAL allows homeowners to set and maintain water temperature in the shower!
Wood Flooring Is a Great Option
Wood floors are so popular! And all of the tiles that look like wood give you some great design options. Solid hardwood can not be installed directly over a concrete slab floor, a sub floor is needed and abutments to other flooring must be considered. However, a job finished floor (stain and sealer completed on site) has a beautiful finish. That being said, the most important consideration for an engineered floor (product is complete when installed) is the quality look of the finish and the thickness of the top layer (Should be at least ⅛” thick).
Popular TV Upgrades
Add a sound bar with speakers that give your area more of a home theater sound.
Proper viewing distances for your large screen TV: 5’ – 7.5’ for a 50” and 6’ – 9’ for a 60”. Putting the screen where it is at eye level when seated is the most comfortable for viewing.
Updated components no longer need to be in direct contact with the remote so there are many options for hiding them. This allows more flexibility.
Lighting Basics
For general illumination, use 2” or 4” recessed halogen lighting overhead then layer additional lighting with lamps. Popular bulbs:
● Edison style- silver tipped bulbs for a softer glow
● Frosted bulbs and pink bulbs- three way or with dimmers
Bathroom Design Details
Design is in the details! Both the linear drain at the side of the shower and the decorative square drains that a possible to integrate with the floor tiles give good options for the new shower. California Faucet added a fleur de lis design with finish options. It is part of their Styledrain Collection or try the Anti-Drain. The ever changing world of interiors!
Outdoor Environments
Pool Tips:
- The new replacement pumps are variable speed and much more energy efficient. The cost can be over $1000 but your utility company may be offering a rebate.
- The salt water pools are better for your skin and worth looking into. They are harder on surrounding surfaces such as cool deck, pool toys or pool furniture.
- Rust on the inside of the pool may indicate the rebar is showing through and the pool needs resurfacing.
- Pool companies can clean your waterline if you are beyond pumice and elbow grease!
Outdoor Shower for Convenience
In and out of the pool? An outdoor shower can easily fit in with your surrounding area. It can be in the open or more private.
Wine Tasting Room
The ambience of a wine tasting area appeals to many homeowners. This may involve a chilled wine storage area or just wine racking and a table for two.
