Fixtures

Toilets today use much less water than they once did, and this can result in less-than-total waste removal. Homeowners may want to consider models with an assisted flush mechanism to avoid this problem. Toilets now come in different heights, bowl shapes, and designs, from Victorian to ultra-modern. The choice is yours. Typically, tubs are made of fiberglass, acrylic or porcelain-covered metal. Fiberglass is light, easy to install and replace. Acrylic bathtub liners are custom made to fit over existing tubs. Whirlpool tubs are typically made of acrylic and come in an array of colors and patterns. Cast-iron tubs are long-wearing and classic. Vintage tubs can be re-porcelained quite easily and inexpensively, adding period charm to a modern bath. Showers can be as utilitarian or as luxurious as you like. Choices run the gamut, from inexpensive fiberglass stalls for the budget-conscious homeowner, to ten-jet shower steam rooms for those who love to indulge at home.

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