For several years now, open showers have been a popular trend in bathroom design. The spacious feel and ease of care of open showers make it a great choice if you have the room in your bathroom to accommodate one. Here are some other reasons that your next bathroom should have an open shower. Do [...]
It doesn't matter how big your bathroom is; storage always seems to be an issue. It could be because towels and laundry baskets are bulky items to store, or simply that we tend to use a lot of stuff in the bathroom. However, having adequate storage helps keep everything tidy and makes cleaning easier. Whether [...]
Remodelling projects can be a trying experience for homeowners. Kitchens and bathrooms are usually the most perilous because of the disruption and inconvenience that occurs when these areas are out of commission. We have been designing and renovating bathrooms in Oakville, Mississauga and Burlington since 1983 - that's hundreds of completed projects! Based on our [...]
Bathroom Plants can add a wonderful splash of colour to an otherwise monochrome room, but did you know that plants can also be functional in the bathroom? Plants help to improve the air quality, improve your mental state, and reduce dampness. Whether with or without natural light, there should always be a place for plants [...]
There is a lot to think about when remodelling a bathroom, from the colours and materials used to the functionality of the layout and fixtures. Starting a redesign is a perfect opportunity to think about efficiency and how to a more eco-friendly bathroom. In doing so, consider how both the construction process and the result [...]
The kitchen and bathroom are the two places in the house that we associate most with bacteria and germs. In particular, the bathroom can be responsible for harbouring germs and quickly spreading them to other members of your household. Nevertheless, there are many simple things you can do to keep germs in the bathroom in [...]
The most common place to fall is the bathroom and it often leads to hospital visits due to the hard and slippery surfaces. We put together a list of accessible bathroom renovations to help prevent falls for seniors or those struggling with various disabilities. Here are three ways you can make your bathroom more accessible [...]
Do you want to update your bathroom, but you aren’t quite ready to commit to a full scale renovation? Here are our tips to get your DIY bathroom update started. We hope you find these four easy things you can do at home helpful. 1. Update Accessories The easiest way to renew your bathroom without [...]
Q&A With Steven Kjarsgaard Opal baths owner, Steven Kjarsgaard reflected on the history of the company and his time working with his brother, Michael. Q.What does it mean to you to work alongside your brother? A. While we may not have always gotten along as kids, I can’t imagine working with anybody else to build [...]
We spend a lot of time sharing information with you on bathroom renovations and design, so we figure we’d do something to change it up. One thing that unifies everyone in Burlington and Oakville, is a great morning playlist, especially one that gets you moving while you’re getting ready for the day. When you wake [...]
