Replacing a bathtub with a shower and wondering if you need a permit? Find out when this is usually permit-free, when permission may be required, and what you need to keep in mind.
Category: Bathroom
Bathroom Renovation: Ventilation
Everything you need to know about ventilation during a bathroom renovation: why it’s important, which solutions are suitable, what to look out for, and what factors affect the cost.
Aluminum bathroom wall panels
Are you looking for information about aluminum wall panels for the bathroom? If so, it’s important to first determine whether this material is suitable for a wet area and for your renovation plans. At Refresh Bathrooms, we install bathroom wall panels as part of complete renovations, but based on our approach, these are typically plastic composite wall panels that we install—often over existing tiles. You may also want to consider plastic wall panels (advantages).
Wmo Reimbursement for Converting a Bathtub to a Shower
Would you like to have a bathtub replaced with a shower because getting in is no longer safe or practical? In that case, reimbursement through the Wmo may sometimes be possible if the modification is necessary to continue living safely at home. On this page, you can read about when the municipality will review such an application, what steps are important, and what you should keep in mind beforehand.
Non-slip bathroom
A slippery bathroom floor increases the risk of slipping, especially in the shower and around the bathtub. With a good anti-slip bathroom solution, you can make the space safer without compromising on style or comfort. On this page, you’ll learn about the available solutions, what to look for, and when a renovation with an anti-slip floor is the smartest choice.
ceramic bathroom wall panels
Ceramic wall panels for the bathroom are often chosen for their sleek look, water resistance, and easy-to-clean surface. If you’re trying to determine whether this material is right for your renovation, moisture resistance, ease of cleaning, appearance, and installation are particularly important factors to consider. On this page, you’ll learn about the strengths of ceramic wall panels, what to look out for, and which types of wall panels Refresh Bathrooms actually uses in bathroom renovations.
Fall Prevention in the Bathroom
The bathroom is one of the rooms in the house where slips and trips are most likely to occur. With the right modifications, you can make showering and getting in and out of the shower safer, more comfortable, and easier to navigate. If you want to take fall prevention in the bathroom seriously, the greatest improvements usually come from reducing thresholds, increasing traction, and creating a logical layout.
Water Savings: Switching from a Bath to a Shower
Switching from a bath to a shower is often a logical choice if you want to use less water. In most households, a shower clearly uses less water than a full bath, especially if you don’t shower for too long. This way, you not only save water, but usually also energy used to heat the water.
Shower drain for walk-in shower
A shower channel is a popular choice for a walk-in shower because it drains water efficiently and creates a sleek, threshold-free look. Especially when renovating, it’s a good idea to carefully consider the size, position, and ease of maintenance beforehand. That way, you can choose a solution that not only looks great but also works well in everyday use.
Self-adhesive bathroom wall panels
Self-adhesive wall panels for the bathroom appeal to many people because they can be installed quickly and instantly give a bathroom a fresh new look. At the same time, not every self-adhesive solution is suitable for every area in a wet room, especially where there is direct contact with water. On this page, you’ll learn what to look out for and why, during a complete bathroom renovation, people often opt for wall panels that are permanently installed over existing tiles.