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Need some bathroom assistance....

14 years ago
Buying this 1967 French style home - master bathroom in need of HELP. Was thinking of gutting...put in a pedastal sink, possibly a claw foot bathtub? What about flooring and storage. Unfortunately, the toilet is a wall mount (all 3 baths have these) and can't move it (cost). The other issue is on the other side of the walls is the "his" sink (pic with mirror).....kind of an odd setup..lol, but that's coming out and will be putting shelves and some pretty storage. Any ideas wold be appreciated. Thanks!

Comments (13)

  • PRO
    14 years ago
    Since you are gutting it, you have so many options. Sounds like you're going for a French country or classic look with a clawfoot tub? Some elements to consider may be a pair of Venetian mirrors, marble floors, white cabinetry, nickel hardware (or antique brass), wall sconces, chandelier over tub (assuming separate shower). Very elegant.
  • PRO
    14 years ago
    I'm of the View to gut it , but I read ,you said about the cost factor for the W.C , So how much have you set aside as Clawfoot tub alone will cost you a Bomb ! lol
  • 14 years ago
    Google "images french murals," A company called Segreto Secrets has a beautiful one of a garden to put behind your clawfoot tub.
  • PRO
    14 years ago
    It's difficult to tell from your photos exactly what's going on in your bath. More pictures, plus dimension, would be exceedingly helpful, and would gain you better informed answers. I think before you start thinking about the details you need an overall plan. We'd love to help you with it but need more info to do so.
  • 14 years ago
    Thank you all! Carolyn, I will take more photos...... it's a small bath so hard to get the whole picture without standing on the counter. :) I will definitely give it a shot though.
  • 14 years ago
    It appears as though you have a sizeable vanity with room for dual sinks. For a master bath 2 sinks would be preferable to a pedestal sink. You also mention a claw foot tub as opposed to a shower. I'm seeing a lot of little bump outs and odd bulk heads that could really use the expertise of a kitchen/bath designer.
  • 14 years ago
    @michigammemom- It is a sizeable vanity ..but that toilet is kind of in the way if I were to put in another sink. My contractor and I discussed that. The bulk behind the toilet is where the plumbing is contained (it's upstairs) so I really can't move too many things around with out it getting costly..... I am pretty creative for the most part, and this is my second house to "redo"...so I'm excited to see what I can come up with and you all are helping me so much! :) I will take a few more pictures per Carolyn's suggestion and see if that helps .... thanks again!
  • 14 years ago
    Please do post more pics or a floorplan. I presumed there was a "hers" sink elsewhere.
  • PRO
    14 years ago
    Consider a used clawfoot and have resurfaced....paint outside the provencal color of your choice and perhaps a skirt made of small Provencal print. Shop auctions for an appropriately sized French sideboard and convert it to your lavatory/vanity. Hang a large French mirror (also can find at auctions) behind the tub to enlarge the space. An old French iron chandelier or small Marie Therese would add the final touch. BTW Where are you located?
  • 14 years ago
    @Mint Design; I will be located in Arlington, TX. I have actually been looking at antique sideboards, and old mirrors. Already bought some old outside lanterns for the exterior. :) I also know of a shop with used claw foot tubs, but -- I found a website with new ones for reasonable price...and free shipping. yeah.... thank you for the ideas!
  • 14 years ago
    last modified: 14 years ago
    Love that little window by the vanity you could dress it is lace curtains., you could put a storage tower on the flat part of the vanity, go with the French theme, Unless you love a tub, I'd do a large shower in that space makes the small MB luxurious. all from Tile America
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