| In today's bathroom remodeling projects, there are | | | | heads with stalls big enough to accommodate dual |
| several (sometimes competing) trends. Some | | | | bathers, and large shower heads that simulate |
| homeowners see the bathroom as a mini-spa where | | | | rainwater by dowsing you from above rather than at |
| they can relax and be pampered. Others are | | | | an angle like regular shower heads. |
| concerned about the practicalities of living in a house | | | | - Steam rooms have experienced a surge in |
| after retirement. Yet others see the design of the | | | | popularity. Most are simply enclosed shower stalls |
| room as paramount and seek out fixtures to create | | | | with an added steam fixture. Some shower stalls can |
| a certain "look." | | | | be retrofitted to provide a steam room |
| If you're remodeling, it's good to keep in mind which | | | | experience.Bathtub Remodeling Trends |
| renovations will appeal to future home buyers. Here is | | | | - Corner tubs can still be large enough for soaking |
| a peek at today's shower and bath trends. | | | | and jets and yet small enough to make the most of |
| Shower Remodeling Trends | | | | underused space. |
| - Today's homeowners are often considering | | | | - Whirlpool baths are no longer the must-have item, |
| spending their retirement at home, so they are | | | | although homeowners who opt for whirlpool baths |
| remodeling the bathroom with universal design in | | | | often go for ones that have holes blowing air bubbles |
| mind. Showers often have walk-in stalls, as well as | | | | rather than the motorized swirling action of past |
| seats, easy-to-use controls, and grab bars. In | | | | models. |
| addition, stand-alone shower stalls are getting larger. | | | | - Bathtubs are less likely to be built-in and covered |
| - Spa-like elements are common, such as multiple | | | | with tile. Today they can be free-standing decorative |
| shower heads on one fixture for an all-over body | | | | elements, like a claw-footed tub, for a vintage look. |
| experience. Other options are his and hers shower | | | | |