Complete bath 9 x7 Remodel. Need help with layout.

4 years ago

We are finally remodeling our horrid and outdated bathroom. It's the only one we have. It measures
9' 8" long x 7' 1" wide. There is a 28" window centered on back wall. And we will be installing a 28" pocket door in the original 32" opening which is at right front corner as you enter bathroom. The wall space from door to corner is 49".

I have eclectic tastes. Going for a modern/antique mix. I have a French antique side board (42" long x 17" deep x 33" high) that i'll be using as a vanity, with a white vessel sink and a very large antique mirror,
32" x 52" rectangle. Would prefer to hang vertically.

Our new tub is big: 72" long, 36" wide 21" height.

We have chosen a shiny, white 6" x 9" subway tile featuring a beveled and raised border.

The plumbing can be moved, etc. we've taken it down to studs. It used to have a huge closet in it and a water heater box? that were both wasted space. Will opt for a smaller, modern closet to hold linens, vacuum cleaner and maybe toiletries. I needs new electric wiring too, so lighting will be updated.

As of now we are planning to use same layout as was: Tub on back wall under window, with shower combo, moving toilet slightly forward for more space between it and tub, close on left as you enter room, vanity on right. But I'm having second thoughts. Was hoping originally to have a separate shower from bathtub, but don't know if it can fit comfortably. We don't want to compromise on new larger tub. Was thinking of maybe putting closet on left then tub/shower also on left. Vanity on right, then a privacy half wall then toilet as in photo below. But moving plumbing is more time consuming and complicated. My husband is a carpenter and contractor so he is doing the work, so keeping same layout would be easier.
Wants/Needs:
Closet must house vacuum and linens. Can be built in or installed.
Large tub already purchased.
Window stays in place.
White tile as pictured on walls and tub surround.
Can get a different mirror.
Using Vanity already purchased.

Will add more photos in follow up.

Featured Answer

sheloveslayouts

4 years ago

I think reducing the entry door width might be a bad idea in a one bedroom home. When you have a 32" door, worst case scenario is that you can take the door off the hinges if someone uses a walker or a chair. It's the worst when a bathroom is inaccessible to folks during tough times.

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Katy Richard
Original Author
4 years ago
We've had some delays, but oh well! Happy to see the floor down. Tile shop screwed up though, we were shorted and they chipped several tiles while cutting for us. Don't ask why they had to cut it.
So, closet floor will be installed later.
Katy Richard
Original Author
4 years ago
Thank you, Nancy!
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mimimomy
4 years ago
This is really looking nice. What is the brand of the "tile leveling system"... and the toilet?

My bathroom has the identical layout to your bathroom except it's only 5' wide so really interested in your remodel. Keep up the great work :)
Katy Richard
Original Author
4 years ago
Mimi, the leveling system is Spin Doctor. Bought on Amazon. We used a different kind from Home Depot but my husband liked spin doctor much better.
Katy Richard
Original Author
4 years ago
Mimi, the toilet was purchased on Houzz. But it looks like it's out of stock.
Katy Richard
Original Author
4 years ago
Y'all! It's coming along...getting close now.
Katy Richard
Original Author
4 years ago
Progress!
Katy Richard
Original Author
4 years ago
Tile not grouted yet except behind toilet.
Joan Thibaut
4 years ago
I love the larger scaled tile on the walls! Grout color is really nice!
mimimomy
4 years ago
Wow this is looking so great!!! Thanks for the info on the toilet and tile leveling. And you have a window too! *If* you have time, could you let me know what kind of window and how you're going about waterproofing it.

Thanks so much for putting in your progress and for all the info! I am going to need it :)
Donna Davis
4 years ago
I'm looking forward to seeing the finished renovation!
Katy Richard
Original Author
4 years ago
The tiling is complete! My awesome husband installed using the Spin Doctor system and loved it. We have no lippage to speak of. And it’s beautiful to me. The bathroom renovation is almost complete.
Next up: Install Sink & Faucet. Finish vanity drawer alterations, Paint walls, Install Lights fixtures, Mirror, Shower door, Towel racks, Grab bars, and finish Linen closet. Oh, and we are installing a locally sourced piece of antique Sinker Cypress as the tub deck. I’m so EXCITED!
Nancy in Mich
4 years ago
Oooh, cypress! You are going to love how the wood softens up the room!

I can't tell, does the tile have grout in the most recent pictures?

I am surprised at how roomy it is between the vanity and toilet. Good choices on your part. I wish I had more experience with the really super-elongated toilets before I bought the Toto Carlyle. My previous Kohlers were elongated, but I am finding this one is longer in the body and when I am scooted back on the seat in order to have the support from the back grab bar or the counter top to rise, I end up with my legs too close to the bowl and have trouble getting my feet under me. It is a strange issue, based on my own disabilities and physical needs. Others probably notice no problem at all.
Katy Richard
Original Author
4 years ago
Hi Nancy, yes the tile has grout - platinum is the color. Exactly my thoughts on why we are going w wood on the deck, for warmth and bringing out the wood in vanity, ceiling and another little sweet, antique cabinet I’m hanging on the wall. It was made locally in late 19th or early 20th century by the Cajun great great grandfather of the woman who sold it to me.
We are also painting the walls, so that will help soften the room.
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Lion Windows and Doors
4 years ago
Wanted to hop in and second the idea someone shared above about the marble porcelain. Will look just like it and be easier to maintain.
Patti
4 years ago
Katy, when I read your name I thought I might know who you are, and then when you mentioned cypress and Cajun, I was pretty sure I do. I'm a fan of your business. Cheers!

Bathroom is looking good!
Katy Richard
Original Author
4 years ago
Thanks Patti! Appreciate the love!
Katy Richard
Original Author
4 years ago
Hi Lion, I’m not sure what you’re referring to? I think that recommendation was regarding the floor. We went in a different direction, got a modern porcelain tile. Very happy w choice.
Katy Richard
Original Author
4 years ago
So we are pushing hard (we, as in the royal we, meaning Mahusbin) to get the bathroom almost complete for a Christmas. Having guests and want them to be able to enjoy the facilities.
So, here’s the color choices. We are leaning toward the warmer blue on either side (same color) of the minty green in the center. It’s called Tahitian Sky. Who wouldn’t want to bathe there?
Thinking of painting the inside of the closet the green, which is Sea Ice.
scottie mom
4 years ago
Oh I wish I’d found this thread a few months ago, as we have been on a parallel track! I could have used the moral support ;-)

I’ve got to say, well-done! What an amazing transformation. I love your choice of materials and elements. I’m inspired to post some before-during-and *almost* finished photos myself. Thanks for sharing!
Denita
4 years ago
Beautifully renovated bath! Love your color selection Tahitian Sky and the vanity is fabulous. Job well done. Enjoy your holidays - I'm sure your guests will love it too.
RedRyder
4 years ago
This looks amazing! The Antique vanity is such a great choice for the modern concept. And I love the story that goes with it!
I also like the blue you’re choosing for the walls. I hope it got done in time for your family and guests to ooh and aaah over it.
Nancy R z5 Chicagoland
4 years ago
hi Katy, I am enjoying following your bathroom remodel. It looks great! I am especially happy because you made me aware of this tiny toilet. In a couple of years I want to renovate a tiny powder room and this might be the solution. I wonder if you would do me a favor and measure and the distance from the center of the bolts to the front edge of the toilet--I mean on the floor--so I can tell how far the toilet would extend from the bolts. I looked up this toilet online but those dimensions are never given and it is going to be important, since there is an (outward opening) door in front of this toilet and I need a certain number of inches there. Thank you very much. Nancy
Nancy R Chicagoland 5
4 years ago
PS, I mean the front edge of the seat area--not the rounded part that's on the floor. When I said "floor", I meant in a straight line parallel to the floor. Thanks
Katy Richard
Original Author
4 years ago
So here’s the finish, but I’m not happy with the sconces. The mid century element is not working w the mirror, which is much more ornate and dominant that I remembered. I’ve decided to mount them in the hall on either side the bathroom door. It will be a nice way to distinguish the bathroom from the bedrooms.

Anyway, now I have to start the lights search again.
Something simple like a round globe or more in-line with the French theme? I’m not sure what I want now. Some samples below. Ideas?
Katy Richard
Original Author
4 years ago
Oops forgot the photo of my bathroom! I love it very much, but the light from the sconces doesn’t project correctly either, besides my thoughts about them above.
Katy Richard
Original Author
4 years ago
Thank you Scottie, Denita, Red Ryder & Nancy! I’ve already got quite a few compliments on the renovation and I’m super happy with it.
Nancy I’ll see what I can do after the holidays. I might have the specs.
simplechoices
4 years ago
Absolutely BEAUTIFUL!
felizlady
4 years ago
It’s nice to have a generous closet for storage in the bathroom. Make the shelves adjustable and be sure you have a vacuum cleaner compartment large enough to put a larger vacuum in (they don’t live forever) with its extra components. You will want a professional tiler to handle the shower/tub surround: cement board and all totally waterproofed and sealed. Use textured porcelain floor tile to reduce the slip-and-fall danger, washable rugs, and don’t forget a good exhaust fan vented to outside the house through the ceiling (to reduce steam and moisture and aromas).
RedRyder
4 years ago
Looking at the last photo, I would start searching sconces that have some brass element to complement those great faucets. I'm not a lighting expert, but it seems like there's just so little light coming off those two fixtures. They read very dark, which doesn't highlight the wonderful custom antique vanity. Just MHO.
Katy Richard
Original Author
4 years ago
Feliz, I’m not sure if you wrote your note to the correct discussion. I’m through with all of those tasks, except finishing the closet and putting the sinker cypress tub deck. Thanks though!
Katy Richard
Original Author
4 years ago
Hi Red, yes that’s why I posted that my disappointment in the sconces and some ideas for replacement. I’m going to take my time finding just the right ones. Here’s more ideas.
RedRyder
4 years ago
I love the last one. I will admit I bought something similar in nickel in my other house so that kind of design appeals to me. I think that any of them would throw off better light but I like the length and thinness of the last one.
Good hunting!
Patti
4 years ago
Love, love, love the tile you chose! It's all coming together beautifully.
Katy Richard
Original Author
4 years ago
Thanks Patti, I’m so happy! I know the sconces will be perfect in the hall way. Now to find the pair that will be just right next to the mirror.
Katy Richard
Original Author
4 years ago
Sconces still not chosen yet, but we got some of the accessories in place. Mahusbin working on linen closet shelves today. We will install glass or mirror inserts in the small antique cabinet also.
scottie mom
4 years ago
Love the color and the trim! And that robe hook is

perfect :-)
writetojanet
4 years ago
Hi Katy love the way your bathroom has turned out - do you have an overhead light/exhaust fan? Just a suggestion, but what about looking at some vintage/antique lighting and just clean it up and rewire it for safety. I've done this myself and have found some beautiful pieces in the past.
Katy Richard
Original Author
4 years ago
Thanks Scottie Mom, I am very happy with the hook and towel bars. And the color is so calming.
Katy Richard
Original Author
4 years ago
Thanks Janet, yes we have an overhead light, original to the house, and a fan w light over the tub. Love your suggestion, I’ve looked at hundreds of lights for sconces including many antiques. I love antiques! We’ve rewired lamps and chandeliers too.
I’m trying to make that element more modern, and at same time less obtrusive. My reasoning is that the mirror turned out to be much more dominant than I remembered when I bought it - at an estate sale, btw. Im trying to not make it too much, too ornate. My original vision was modern mixed with antique. And also a lot of the beautiful antique sconces are too large to fit in the footprint I have, which is somewhat tight. Below are the pictures of the simple ceiling light globe and the new sconces Ive ordered. Crossing my fingers!
RedRyder
4 years ago
Good choice on the lighting. You don’t want to compete with that incredible vanity - and your artwork! I hope there is good ventilation so the art doesn’t get ruined by steamy showers.
The tile is amazing. And yes, that toilet IS cute!
Katy Richard
Original Author
4 years ago
Thanks Red, we got a great fan/light with more CFM than needed. I’ve had the Blue cowboy in my bathroom for years, without a fan, so I’m confident it will be okay. Thanks for the compliments!
Katy Richard
Original Author
4 years ago
Punch list just got smaller!! Look at the tub deck. I’m in love with it - 800+ year old sinker cypress found and bought locally.
What’s left: shower/tub euro style door, new scones, linen closet doors. Smaller details: find & install our misplaced overhead light globe! Retrofit vanity drawers onto contemporary runners for ease of use, organize linen closet, some caulking, install small cabinet glass in door. I’m so happy!
Katy Richard
Original Author
4 years ago
The sconces arrived! Very happy with them. Put them on a dimmer. Brightest setting is amazing. Lowest makes a great nightlight. Love them!
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Lion Windows and Doors
4 years ago
Love seeing the progress made!
Nancy in Mich
4 years ago
Yes! Much better!
scottie mom
4 years ago
Oh I like that color on the wall more and more! It's so nice with the metal and white. Beautiful!!
lafdr
4 years ago
I love the mixture of finishes and styles. Great example of do what you love and it will be a unique one of a kind interesting room!
RedRyder
4 years ago
The sconces definitely complement the mirror! Looking good! Your bathroom is so lovely — and personal.
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ShowerCrown
4 years ago
Wonderful transformation!! Perhaps this or one similar would be the cherry on top...
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