VT Lakewood Tub Reglazing and Refinishing

  You’ve finally decided to tackle that old bathtub surround, and you want it done right. It can be a big, labor-intensive job, but these instructions will help you get the job done in no time. First, find the studs on your wall with a stud finder or drill holes throughout your bathroom until you hit a stud. Once this is complete, remove any screws or nails holding up the tub surround and set them aside for later use. Next, take off all of the faucets on top of the tub and unscrew any  fixtures  from behind the tub before removing it from its current position. Now that everything is disconnected from your walls move to one side of the room and have someone hold up the tub while you disconnect it at the other end. Once everything is disconnected, set up your new surround and reconnect anything that needs to be connected (i.e., faucets) The entire process shouldn’t take more than a day or two if you do this right! Now go grab some coffee, put on an episode of “How I Met You...

  Get the right tools for the job before you begin. In addition to the basic tools required for most remodeling projects a number of specialty tools that simplify a bathroom   remodeling project   are available. Among them are tools for working with wiring, plumbing, and ceramic tile. Whenever you are using a tool for the first time, practice scrap materials before doing the actual work. Because bathrooms usually are small (less than 50 square feet), purchasing cheap building materials will not save you much on your initial cost. Spending a little more for quality building materials will increase your enjoyment of your new bathroom, and make it last longer. Basic Tools for Bathroom Remodeling Do you ever find yourself in the middle of a  remodel project , looking for something to help get the job done? Maybe it’s some extra hands or a tool that will make your work easier. We’ve compiled this list of basic tools for bathroom remodeling so that you can stop worrying an...

  Removing ceramic wall tile is a tedious job and it can be difficult to do without the right tools. One of the most popular methods for removing ceramic tiles involves using an electric hammer, but this can also be time-consuming and expensive. If you are looking for an easier way to remove your old ceramic tiles , then check out our guide on how to remove them with ease! Tools and materials needed: Hammer or electric hammer Utility knife (or utility blade) Tile nippers Grout saw with a medium grit diamond blade Floor scraper/diamond disc grinder or masonry drill bit Safety glasses, rubber gloves, and a dust mask. Optional: respirator Utility knife (or utility blade) Tile nippers Grout saw with a medium grit diamond blade Optional: respirator. Brushes and scrapers which are designed for removing paint, wallpaper, adhesive from cement walls and floors may also be helpful in removing glue residue left behind after tiles have been removed. Optional: brushes to remove residual glue fr...

  No matter how many times you come in contact with your bathroom, it is one of the most personal spaces in a home. It is where we start and end our days, take care of our bodies, groom ourselves, or simply relax for a moment before bed. So why not make this space as beautiful and comfortable as possible by having a bathroom remodeling plan? Check the minimum clearance and size guidelines when planning locations of bathroom fixtures in your area. Easy access to fixtures is important to creating a bathroom that is nice, safe, and easy to use.  After you have reached a decision about the type of bathroom you want, make a specific and thorough bathroom plan . You will need to make drawings and a materials list, set budgets and timetables, and decide when to do the work yourself, and when to hire help. You also may need to obtain a building permit and make arrangements to have your work inspected. To simplify your remodeling project, use existing plumbing and wiring wherever possi...