Aging In Place Hall Bath

Project Summary:

This client took on two projects with us. They started with their master bath (you can read about it here) and then moved on to this hall bath. The two goals was to have a space saving bathroom and age-in-place design.

Just like before, they wanted a bathrrom that was easy to use and simple to maintain—without adding square footage. We added built-in wall niches to keep essentials within reach.

Floating shelves cleared off the counter. Open shelving kept the room feeling open instead of cluttered.

They also chose large tile for easy cleaning. It makes life simpler now and adds value later.  This bathroom also includes aging-in-place features, like a grab bar, a higher toilet for easier use, and a separate handheld shower arm .

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Key Features

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Materials and Fixtures Used in This Project

• •  Moen Arlys Single Hole Bathroom Faucet in Chrome
  • Delta Universal Showering Slide Bar and Hand Shower in Chrome
  • Contemporary Urban Vanity Light – 4 Light by Shades of Light

Plumbing Issues: Shower Valve, Bidet, and Leaks

First, the shower valve was reversed—the hot and cold were switched because the cartridge was installed upside down. The plumber had to come back to fix it.

Then, there was a delay with the bidet installation due to the manufacturer’s hardware kit being missing. We had to wait for a replacement to arrive. The handheld shower sprayer leaked, requiring multiple visits from the plumber to resolve.

Tile Troubles: Floor, Grout, and Niche Issues

Tile problems also popped up. The bathroom floor tile had to be redone because the installer didn’t use spacers.

This led to inconsistent grout lines. We had to remove and reinstall large sections of tile.

There was also a grout color issue on the shower walls. The wrong color was used, so the installer had to dig it out and redo it.

The shower niche had a slope problem, which caused water to pool. Though it was initially said to be fixed, it wasn’t, leading to further delays, we ultimately fixed this.

Staying Transparent and Committed to the Client

No remodel is perfect, but it’s how you respond when challenges arise that makes all the difference. While we do everything we can to avoid mistakes upfront, it’s our commitment to making things right that truly sets us apart.

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Total project length was 9 weeks

(Thanksgiving Holiday Impacted Timeline)

• • Proposed start date: October 15th, 2024
  • Actual Start Date: October 15th, 2024

• • Proposed Completion Date: November 27th, 2024
  • Actual Completion Date: December 9th, 2024

Initial Estimate:  $54,433 | Fixed price proposal: $59,177

The difference comes down to normal changes in labor costs, which can vary. We also saw some higher costs in areas like plumbing fixtures, electrical work, and flooring—about $400 to $700 per area, more than we originally estimated. These are just the kinds of things that can come up as we fine-tune the project to make sure everything’s perfect.

Change Orders: $0

FInal Project Cost: $59,177 (includes all change orders)

Cost Breakdown

Before Photos

Final Project Photos