Well diluted Miracle Grow and similar are probably the most commonly ones used by far. Do you only want organic ones? Most organics are going to have some odor, it is the nature of organic fertilizers - they smell. So organic gardening outside is great, inside not so much because of their slow effects, need for active soil bacteria to even work, and odor. Other than worm tea if one has a vermicomposting setup, IMO the best organics for using indoors are one of the many fish/kelp blends available. Not only are they better balanced, offer a wider range of nutrients, but the kelp reduces the odor of the fish somewhat. It isn't odor free but better and unfortunately the smell is the most notable price we pay if we insist on only using organic fertilizers for seedlings. Dave

I did three bathrooms in my previous home and about to do the master in this house. - Are you going to change the layout of the bathroom - where the toilet, bath amd vanity are now? If you keep the plumbing where it is, but just change all the components to new ones, it will be a lot cheaper than moving plumbing to new positions. - Will you have a tub/shower combo? That will be a whole lot cheaper than building a separate tile shower. If you want a glass door that will run about $500 or more. - Skylights are cheap but installation can be expensive, so get more bids on this if you are not satisfied. - If you buy an all-in-one free-standing vanity, like this one it will be a lot cheaper than ordering a custom cabinet and buying the sink and countertop separately. Depending on the size you need, these units can look built-in. - Ceramic tile is not expensive - look at your local Lowes and Home Depot. They've come a long way in tile design choices, including all kinds of cute trim pieces. I love The Houzz site, you can use it to get ideas for the tile look you want and you can show a tile guy the pictures to follow. I agree that, especially if you are not changing the basic layout, you can be your own GC, or project manager, and hire these people yourselves: Plumber - install new tub, toilet, sink Electrician - new outlets, lighting fixtures Tiler - tile floor, vanity backsplash, tub walls Painter Handyman - find one who is experienced with skylights. Also for towel rods, medicine cabinet and other miscellaneous items. The downside of managing the project yourselves is that you will need to be organized, buy all the pieces, either at stores or online, and you will need to spend time to be home frequently to coordinate things and talk to the contractors about what you want. If you are inclined, make a list of to-do items, measure the space, draw up a rudimentary plan, purchase everything in advance, get referrals to the contractors and get their bids and schedule. Hire them, make a schedule and go for it. If you don't want to tackle it, search for a GC that does some of the work himself instead of just being a manager. For example, use a plumbing or electrical contractor who will do work AND manage the remodel for you. They are out there. You might have to call and interview a dozen people. Ask ALL your neighbors up and down the street.

Yeah, I thought you were talking about in the corners. At the tub, you're right-- I'd be a little nervous with a Dremel, as well, although I'd have no trouble trying with a utility knife. If you chip the tub with that, then there's a problem with the tub!

You cannot do such a large arch - the overall height of this piece will be approx 18" ( 84 - 18 = 66 ) Do a 2" - 2 1/2" arch on the valance. If you do a column on each side you could then do a crown molding detail that will return on the column and not interfere with the doors of the cabinets. The opening underneath needs to be based on the actual exhaust unit that is required for your range - your appliance folks should be able to help you with that. It will be a challenge since you have a reduced ceiling height and you have an offset vent line ( which needs to be changed - in most areas flex duct is not allowed ). You could also do a chimney style Here are a couple of pictures for short mantles you could create Good luck - I hope you can figure something out!