This Christmas, my family and I decided that we all wanted to chip in on a big gift for my Grandma. She’s turning 85 the week before and although she is still relatively healthy (and happy), it’d be nice to help her remain that way. Recently, she broke her hip while doing underwater aerobics and … READ MORE

My 2-year old son absolutely loathed taking baths. Everytime I told him that it was time to get clean, he would immediately run and hide in the nearest empty, not-so-easily concealed space. Sometimes, I would even have to drag him in and plunk him down in the freestanding bathtub–kicking and screaming. Of course, no mother … READ MORE

Before you go out and buy yourself a new bathtub liner to cover up your unsightly tub, there are a few things you should know. Typically made out of plastic or acrylic, these structures are molded to the shape of the tub and glued down over the old facade. They are meant to be a … READ MORE

There is an oft-repeated and rather embarassing tale about President William Howard Taft getting stuck in an antique tub. Although he is noted for doing such things such as supervising the construction of the Panama Canal and championing for world peace through international arbitration, this novel detail about his presidency will forever stand out among … READ MORE

My brother bought a small corner bathtub recently from Premiere Vanities, an online store for all types of discount bathtubs, and his verdict is overwhelmingly positive. This inspired me to take out my huge oversized tub and replace it with a smaller model that’s similar to my brother’s. When he first bought it, he had … READ MORE

If you take one look at me, you would be able to place me as an "acrylic" kind of girl. I have acrylic nails, wear pashminas and use acrylic rugs. It may strike you as strange but I truly do believe in the power of acrylic. In the following paragraphs, I wil explain precisely why … READ MORE

It’s that fun holiday time of year, and you know what that means: it’s time to give and receive from those we love. I have my Christmas Shopping List just about done, and I hope that I have found something nice for everyone on my list. When my husband asked me what I wanted for … READ MORE

I know that many people like the look of traditional or antique furnishings in their home, but I prefer the look of contemporary furnishings. It’s not that antique styles don’t have their charm, but it’s just not reflective of my personality. So when it was time for that bathroom overhaul in my home, the first … READ MORE

If you are doing a bathroom remodel and are thinking of what kind of bathtub you would like to use, then you might want to consider free standing bathtubs. The benefit of a free standing bathtub is that you don’t have to build it into the wall or in a corner like a modern bathtub, … READ MORE

With the economy these days, most of the time it’s difficult to find the spending money for our relaxation and well being. This does not mean that our health and keeping our stress levels down is not important however. Maybe you can’t afford to go get a massage or visit a spa, but there are … READ MORE