Christine Sommer
Adding a Second Bathroom costs?
3 July 2020 | 9 replies
I only cheated on the lower 1/2 bath with a code compliant AAV.We did all the work ourselves so labor was just the fun of doing it.Cost of materials: Main Bath about $2k, 1/2 baths about $225 each from my spreadsheet.We got most of the materials on sale at Lowes: Good quality fiberglass Bath tub $125 (small chip hidden by tile) the toilets $35/each (both non-stock returns), double vanity $175 (side against wall damaged).All the shower stall & floor porcelain tile 75cents/sq ft from auction, Pex, PVC & fittings $185, all elect $100, 1/2 bath vanities $35 each (slight side damage hidden) Lighting $75, all mirrors $100, shower diverter/faucets $275, exhaust fans $30 each on sale.
Jack Moran
Steam Radiator heat? Keep or replace?
16 June 2021 | 9 replies
If you decide to stick with steam make sure any exposed piping is adequately insulated with fiberglass - we had a problem with higher-than-average heating costs which we discovered was due to inefficient heat transfer through exposed pipes.
Jim K.
Important lesson learned cheap, passing it on
19 February 2020 | 54 replies
I don’t know if it’ll damage your shower pan liners or acrylic/fiberglass tubs.
Matt Romano
Tub / Shower combo options! OPINIONS please!
8 January 2018 | 9 replies
I really prefer the look of a 1-peice fiberglass unit with no seams to collect water and mildew.
Romina Grecu
Looking for advise for purchasing a boat for STR
9 January 2021 | 8 replies
What I can tell you is that you would most likely want a fiberglass trawler or the like.