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By Mitch Mauldin If you are trying to sell your home or about to put it on the market it’s important to consider how your home will look to potential buyers. In the current real estate market sellers know that they must be the best house at the best price to sell. So what are some low cost renovations you can do before trying to sell your home to ensure a quick sell?

Consider a few renovations to a bathroom.
More and more homeowners are looking for upgraded bathrooms that are ready to move into. Is your tub or shower full of mildew or cracked liners or grout? Are there stains in your tub, shower or sink that you can’t get out with a little bit of elbow grease? Is the paint scuffed and marked or the wallpaper peeling? Is the lighting poor or your mirror and vanity old? Put yourself in the shoes of a potential buyer. A clean and fresh bathroom is going to make them feel more confident in a decision to purchase your home.

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Upgrading your single bathroom sink to a double sink has many benefits; one would probably have a hard time coming up with reasons not to double up on bathroom sinks! Here are some benefits to having double sinks in your bathroom.

1) They help save time during a hectic morning. Whether you have a large family, a growing family, or you and your spouse have the same work schedules, double sinks can stop a world of frustrating chaos in the morning. Having two sinks instead of one will give each member of the family an equal opportunity at the sink while getting ready in the morning. No one will have to sacrifice any of their glorious primping time!

2) Double sinks add space. When installing double sinks, you also install extra counter space and underneath storage space by association. You will have extra counter space to hold your most commonly used tools like toothbrushes, hair products, make ups, shaving utensils, etc. The vanity you choose can also help add character and a little unique twist on your bathroom.

3) They help you show off your personal tastes. Just like the vanity you choose … READ MORE

By Laurie Kaiser

Whether you’ve had a long week at work or developed aching muscles working in the garden, what better way to relax than in a warm bath? It’s an inexpensive way to make yourself feel like a million bucks. If you are looking to remodel your bathroom, this is the perfect opportunity to choose a bath that says “relaxation” to you.

A small space? Consider a tub with a 90-degree angle that can fit into a corner space. Even a smaller tub can be made with modern, luxurious touches. With a larger space, you might consider a tub to accommodate two for a couple’s bath. Much like an outdoor hot tub, you can opt for a deck to be built around the tub, which provides access to towels and toiletries.

For a more dramatic look, consider a raised tub, such as the old-fashioned claw-foot ones. These can be cool and artistic-looking, but consider the utilitarian aspects, too. If young children or older people will be using this tub, it’s best to include a step stool for easy entrance and exit.

Regardless of what type of tub you choose, make it your sanctuary. Here are a few tips to make your bath a rejuvenating … READ MORE

By Laurie Kaiser

If your bathroom feels dated and you don’t have the budget for a full renovation, you can still give your bathroom a brand-new look by converting an old tub into a snazzy new shower.

Not only can a tub to shower conversion improve your bathroom’s aesthetics, it can also make it cleaner. Old bathtubs harbor germs. Because old tubs become scratched and chipped over time, bacteria and germs can get inside these tiny spaces and multiply. Simply recaulking or reglazing isn’t enough to solve the problem. Replacing the tub with a new acrylic tub or shower, which is impenetrable to germs, will do the job.

A new shower is also safer. If you have an elderly or disabled relative living at home, a walk-in shower prevents trips and falls. Falls are the leading cause of death (caused by complications) in seniors over the age of 65. And the bathroom is one of the most dangerous rooms in the house for this demographic. A walk-in shower with a grab bar is one way to prevent such tragedies.

A shower conversion isn’t a project that amateurs should take on, however. Without the proper know-how, you could destroy … READ MORE

Summer has officially arrived! It's time to wake your bathroom from its winter slumber.

Frivolous details are out and upbeat and realistic is in when it comes to design colors in the summer, according to the Las Vegas Review-Journal. Inspirations come from nature, and it’s all about creating a warm, inviting space.

So what kind of colors will give your home a natural, modern feel?

Turquoise and sky-inspired blues. It’s “cool, yet lively and fun” and “represents optimism, playfulness and a desire for safety.”

Minty greens. “Since our hunter-gatherer days, this color has meant abundance of resources.”

Honey-influenced browns (honey amber was named color of the year by the Color Marketing Group). According to the article, it’s “comforting, grounded and yet luxurious. It’s an honest color that reflects our longing for stability.”

Soft gray. Reflects “understated elegance and return to thoughtfulness.”

Cream. This color group is cleansing and invites us to “start anew.”

Eggplant.

Plum. Purple is considered impulsive and spiritual.

Fuchsia.

Updating even a small space can seem like a daunting task. You might think: Where do I begin? The key is to make small changes that give you … READ MORE