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We purchased our first home back in March, a co-op in Bay Ridge, Brooklyn, and moved in April. We love the place but the bathroom hadn't been updated since being built in the 50's. It was HORRENDOUS!! We're talking pink tub and toilet, pink mosaic floor, and lime green/gray walls. YUCK! We knew we had to renovate for resale purposes, and the sooner the better so we could enjoy it while living here for the next 2+ years. We shopped around, almost got ripped off by one not-to-be-named contractor, and finally went with our building's part-time Super who has his own construction company (if you're in or near Bay Ridge Brooklyn, I can't recommend him high enough!! Here's his contact info: Mike of E & M Shore Construction, e-mail / TEL: 917-577-1942 ). We couldn't be happier with our decision and the results. Mike was super easy to deal with - responding ASAP to email, text, or phone call. He had great ideas for the bathroom and was open to our ideas as well. And best of all??? He finished ON SCHEDULE and UNDER BUDGET! Perhaps unprecedented in the history of contractors! HA!
Here's the before and after!! Amazing right?!!? 
We scheduled the renovation for a 2 week period where our toddler and I would be out of town, so we wouldn't be around all the dust and mess. My husband was around and helped tremendously with last minute materials decision - we waited to the last minute and didn't have time to order anything - so everything we got had to be IN STOCK which severely limited our choices, but we're pretty pleased with what we ended up with. Our contractor was awesome and drove my hubby around to all the shops, and went to pick up stuff I purchased online for in-store pickup. Mike also sent me daily photo updates, and called and Face Timed me so I could see what they were doing and to make quick decisions on placement of items and what not. This was so awesome to be a part of it while not being physically present.
He did the gut renovation and picking up of all materials in... TEN DAYS!!! I still can't believe it. The baby and I arrived home on the evening of Christmas Eve to our brand new bathroom (and tons of dust to clean, despite them having sealed off rooms with plastic tarp). Small price to pay I suppose! And how much did this cost us? Well, the total including labor, materials, and fee to our co-op board was $8,963. This was under our budget of $10K and let's just say no one got Christmas presents this year LOL. The bathroom was a Christmas present for all 3 of us!! We basically got everything from Home Depot, Express Brooklyn Tile (3918 4th Ave), Sunset Plumbing Supply (6001 4th Ave), and Bruce Supply Corp (8805 18th Ave). Below are some photos and items we used. If you want more details feel free to leave a comment below and I'll get back to you ASAP!
I'm not thrilled with this coffin-esque shape (it all boils back to how much in a rush we were - we could only get in-stock items), but I'm thrilled to have cast iron - no creaking tub and it's super strong and durable! Our previous tub had a finished side, but tubs these days do not come with finished sides (unless you get a claw foot type). So, our contractor had to build a little wall on the right-hand side, which I was nervous about, but it ended up looking great and is quite useful as an extra shelf! He also had custom granite slabs made for the top of that wall and the window sill, since tile on those areas tends to get really grimy.
Tiles, Grout, & Paint:
Sorry, I wasn't there to pick these out and have no record of the make/model of the wall tiles bought - they're 3x6" white subway tiles and some sort of grey / white marble / light brown mosaic as the accent border. We went with a medium charcoal for the wall grout and a light grey for the floor grout. For floor tiles, we used Marazzi Montagna Smoky Black 6x24" Glazed Porcelain, which looks like a faux-wood and has hues of brown, grey, pink, blue - it's really interesting! My husband matched one of the accent tiles perfectly with the wall paint, he chose Behr Marquee Base 1454 (unfortunately I can't find the actual color used!! it's grey with a slightly brownish hue). Well, that's most of it! Leave a comment below if you have any questions and I'll get back to you as soon as possible! And if you're doing any home remodel in the Bay Ridge area, definitely give Mike a call! He'll do ya right!!
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There's little doubt that the bathroom is probably one of the most used rooms in the house. But sometimes, in terms of design and remodeling, it's one of the most neglected. Read a few tips and hints to help with your bathroom renovation. 9/8/2018 07:14:19 am
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Different factors must be taken into account when doing a master bathroom remodel than when remodeling any other bathroom. There are two main reasons for this. First, a master bathroom is usually designed so that two people can use it at one time. 4/18/2020 06:20:52 am
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By getting the best plumbing company, you can be assured working water and that the drainage system is properly installed. The sad reality is that good plumbing services are never that easy to come by. Hiring poorly skills tradesmen to handle technical plumbing tasks like waterproofing may be putting your entire investment at risk. 10/25/2020 10:56:41 pm
Can you remodel a bathroom for $5000? 11/5/2020 08:51:28 am
Normally we tend to enjoy the time that we spend in our bathrooms. Many thanks! 12/18/2020 03:32:12 am
Make sure you professionally waterproof the areas around your toilet, vanity, shower and bathtub to protect the integrity of your floors and walls. If your tiles are still in good condition, you could stick to a bathroom renovation under $10,000 by re-grouting instead of completely replacing. 1/9/2021 04:55:03 pm
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4/17/2021 02:11:16 pm
What did you do with the standing waste overflow tower on the floor next to the tub? Is it still there? Did you have it removed or replaced? Can't seem to find any info online about that. Thanks! 4/26/2021 01:18:33 am
Bathroom are the main spot that property holders love to redesign, significantly more than kitchens. The space is more modest, making the work somewhat simpler. Also, this diminished space implies decreased expense: less ground surface and paint, less cupboards and ledge. Follow these tips to cause your restroom to rebuild more alluring while at the same time keeping the cycle smooth, productive, and savvy. 5/15/2021 08:52:54 pm
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Our bathrooms accumulate a lot of materials, including toiletries, towels, makeup, and toothbrushes. These items take up a lot of space and don’t look great sitting out on your bathroom vanity. 11/2/2021 09:27:10 am
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The bathroom is one of the most-used rooms in a home, and discerning buyers who want a spa-like experience at home are willing to pay top dollar for a good one. But what if you plan to stay in your home? read our article! 5/17/2022 07:48:42 am
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Bathroom renovations are an exciting experience and an opportunity to create a lovely area that you will enjoy every day. Your bathroom is one of the most cost-effective rooms to renovate, and a newly remodeled bathroom with modern fixtures is a selling feature for your property. 12/26/2022 12:02:11 pm
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About Me ^_^I'm a NYC metro area mom blogger living in NJ with my Japanese husband & our 3 kids (twins plus 1). This blog is chock full of product reviews, family travel guides, and giveaways galore! It's also home to Bay Ridge Families, and several guides focused on kid-friendly activities and guides to South Brooklyn, Hudson Valley, and New Jersey, as well as family-friendly destinations beyond the NYC area (check the menu bar!)  
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