Maximizing Space in A Master Bath
Bannerman Community, Tallahassee
Sam Burton, Project Manager
Caitlin Tindell, Designer
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- On budget – the final costs was just $12 over our initial estimate
- $1,286 in change orders during project
Project Summary:
We updated the master bath and the hall bathroom for this couple (read about the hall bath here). Since the hall bathroom was actually larger than the master they opted to put a tub in the master bath and covert the hall bath to a larger shower.
The goal of the remodel was to not only update the look but add accessible features so they could continue to live in the home as long as possible. They also saw the remodel as a smart investment, knowing an upgraded bathroom would add value if they ever decided to sell.
Before/After
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A recessed shower niche for storage and a glass shower door to open the space.
Key Updates:
Calcatta Granite
Glass shower door
Grab Bar
Shower Niche
Clear Elder Wood Cabinets
Brass Towl Bar
Storage Niche
Brass Accents
Key Features
- Glass Shower Doors
- Granite Countertop
- Removed popcorn and replace all drywall
- cFloating Shelves
- cShower and Shelf Niche
- cStylish Grab Bar
Materials and Fixtures
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Materials and Fixtures Used in This Project
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- Frameless Cabinets by Decor Cabinets.
- FP530 Doorstyle
- Clear Alder, Terrace Stain
- Phoenix Calcatta Oro Remnant Granite Countertop
- Frameless Cabinets by Decor Cabinets.
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- Shower Wall: 12×24 Polished Visconde Glazed Porcelian by Esmer Tile
- Shower Floor: 12×24 Matte Visconde Glazed Porcelian by Esmer Tile
- Niche: Shelf Bright White Stone Tile by Whole Tiles
- Floor: 12×24 Polished Visconde Glazed Porcelian by Esmer Tile
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- Kohler Faucet with Pop-Up Drain in Vibrant Brushed Moderne Brass
- Westchase Vanity Light – 3 Light by Shades of Light
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Timeline, Challenges & Solutions
There were a few challenges along the way. The shower glass was cut incorrectly and had to be reordered. A temporary curtain was used in the meantime.
Removing old wallpaper damaged the drywall more than expected. So it made more sense to replace it entirely. The original shower valve wasn’t rated for the home’s water pressure, which caused loud knocking sounds, so it was upgraded.
On top of that, a hurricane hit during the project, shutting down subcontractors for several days and pushing back the timeline. Even with these setbacks, everything came together in the end. The finished space is bright, functional, and built to last. open small bathroom
Total project length was 9 weeks
(Hurricane Impacted Timeline by Two Weeks)
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- Proposed start date: August 13th, 2024
- Actual Start Date: August 13th, 2024
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- Proposed Completion Date: October 3rd, 2024
- Actual Completion Date: October 18th, 2024
Project Costs
Initial Estimate: $62,361 | Fixed price proposal: $62,373
Our Good, Better, Best Budget was within the margin of error, of the actual costs. A $12 difference in our initial estimate versus our price proposal shows the accuracy of an honest and thorough estimate.
Change Orders: $1,286
There were five change orders on this project, all for things that came up along the way.
Wall Paper
When the old wallpaper was removed, it tore up the drywall. Instead of trying to patch it, replacing it completely was the better option.
Plumbing
The plumbing also needed some adjustments. Shower lines ran right through where the niche was supposed to go. So they had to be rerouted, and an exterior spigot needed fixing.
Extra Shower Tile
The homeowners wanted to order an extra box of shower wall tile to keep on hand in case they ever needed repairs down the road.
Knocking in the shower
The shower valve was another surprise. The first selected shower valve was only rated for 45 psi, but the home’s water pressure was 80 psi.
That difference mattered because the valve wasn’t designed to handle the higher pressure. This caused loud knocking noises when switching between the tub and shower.
The pressure imbalance also affected water flow, making the shower less efficient. To fix this, the valve was upgraded to one that could handle the home’s actual water pressure. We covered the labor, while the homeowners paid the cost difference for the new fixtures.
FInal Project Cost: $63,475 (includes all change orders)
Cost Breakdown
- Installation Labor 35%
- Materials and Fixtures 25%
- Design and Project Management Costs 20%
- Sales Tax and Shipping 4%
- Overhead and Profit 10%
- Change Orders 3%
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Before Photos
Final Project Photos
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