neonweb2, It is not backpainted - it's the color of the glass. The piece behind the stove is a separate piece bc it is made to handle the heat of the oven. There were all different colors to choose from. The guy who did it is a stained glass professional in the Philadelphia area -- I will try to go back and find his name for the name of the product. One of the pieces broke during delivery and they replaced it immediately. I could not be happier with it. It is so easy to clean. I think he used some type of epoxy (?) and then a clear caulk (which I've had to re-caulk once near the sink). My banana holder is metal and I do have to remind my kid not to slam it into the glass while pulling off a banana :) Here it is. I love the traditional dark vs. pale light -- can you tell that is a trend with me (e.g. my bathroom)? Looking back, I should have had the outlets put in under the cabinets (or glass plate covers) but that little detail is nothing I regret. In fact, doing that may have made it too modern-y. But seriously -- easiest backsplash ever. It will probably look dated over time but I don't care!

This is just my 2 cents, I'm certainly not a contractor. I would get rid of the shower and shift the vanity over to the right so it's in the middle of the wall. You should be able to do so without having to move the plumbing. I would also make it a good enough size so it can hold your linens as well. But not so huge that it looks ridiculous. I think building a closet in that corner won't look quite as clean. You can save that money and put it towards the vanity and working on the rest of the bathroom. I also think you can totally get rid of the bathtub and put a big shower there instead. Would be pretty great to have a spacious shower. You can do the combo tub/shower thing but it won't look as good obviously. Hard to make style suggestions without knowing what the rest of the house is like. For some reason though, I do picture darker wood flooring and white walls. Not so sure how wood flooring holds up in a bathroom though.

You've received some good advice from millworkman and mint. Here we go again with the GC who you put all your trust in (and understandably). Today, more than ever, you need to vet not just the GC, but his primary sub-contractors. There is a shortage of qualified labor in the trades and this compounds the problem. Your installation does not meet industry standards. That's on the GC as he hired the tile installer (who is not a professional). Unfortunately, the consumer needs to take a more educated approach to these projects. While a long read, this industry draft document (under review), might be helpful as you approach discussions with your GC: LOOKING FOR A QUALIFIED TILE INSTALLER? HERE’S HOW TO FIND A GOOD MATCH FOR YOUR PROJECT VERIFY THE TILE INSTALLER’S QUALIFICATIONS Do they have liability insurance and if they have employees, are they covered with Worker’s Compensation Insurance? · Make sure you can verify appropriate insurance coverage. Are they licensed (if required in your area)? · Verify. Some states do not require tile contractor’s to be licensed. How many years have they been working exclusively as tile installers? · It takes many years to become proficient as a dedicated, qualified tile professional. Five years or more would be an expected minimum. What kind of training did they receive? Do they participate in on-going professional industry training from organizations and or manufactures, and specifically what? · Installers who have completed an apprenticeship under a Qualified Tile Installer and participate in industry training are generally more likely to follow standards and recommendations and stay current with products, materials, and industry updates. Are they familiar with the TCNA Handbook and ANSI Standards and do they follow these industry recommendations? · The TCNA Handbook coupled with ANSI Standards are the industry recognized guidelines for the installation of ceramic, porcelain, stone and glass tile for a wide range of applications. A qualified tile professional will be familiar with and know how to specify and use these reference tools. If wet areas (showers/baths) are to be included in the work performed, what approved system/methods will they use to assure a long-lasting installation? · Tile installations in wet areas require some very important preparation to avoid leaks and unwanted moisture problems. Hybrid or unapproved methods, and the use of materials inappropriate for this application can contribute to a very costly and unwanted result that too often requires complete removal and replacement by a qualified professional. A quality installation should last decades or longer. What manufacturer’s products do they use and do they comply with manufacturer’s instructions? · There are many manufacturers of quality tile setting materials. Most perform well with use of approved methods and adherence to manufacturer specifications. Qualified tile installers will be well-versed on the materials and systems they prefer and should be able to answer your questions about the process and materials and their associated warranties. Do they have a company website or social media page with photos of their work? · Professionals will have a public presence that is available to consumers so you can review their work and customer reviews. Lack of a traceable, legitimate, and committed business should be a deterrent to hiring. Can you speak with recent customers and see photos of those projects? · Qualified, experienced tile contractors will have a loyal client base that is happy to recommend them and share their experience. Do they have experience working with the type of tile you plan to use? · There are different methods, materials and considerations when installing various tile products. Ceramic, porcelain, large format tile, handmade tile, natural stone, glass. Verify their experience and training with the tile product you have chosen. Talk to them about positives and challenges of past projects · Get to know the tile professional as part of your project team and takes pride in their work as a tile installer. If your General Contractor is hiring the tile installer, it may make sense to request meeting with the GC and tile installer in advance of the installation. What has been their greatest challenge as a tile installer? · Listen carefully to understand the installer’s limitations and ability to meet your expectations. Do they or their team belong to a professional organization like NTCA (National Tile Contractor’s Association)? · Industry involvement is one indication of a tile installation company’s commitment to their craft. It gives them access to education, technical information, and other resources to assist them in professionally serving you. Are they, or do they have Certified Tile Installer’s (Certified Tile Education Foundation, CTI) on their team? · The certification of tile installers is an important step forward for the consumer. The industry has established a process to certify tile installers. Certification identifies an installer as being a dedicated and knowledgeable professional whose competence in installing tile has been verified to meet specific tile industry standards.

We’re planning out a master bathroom remodel and looking for advice between keeping a bathtub vs making a water closet. To preface this, we do have a hot tub outside. Our current tub has been used sparingly since we moved in, as it is small, and I’m 6’3”; and, we have a hot tub. The ideas at hand are either to keep the space for a new free standing tub, and slightly enlarge the shower, or move the shower to where the tub is for a much larger shower, and turn the current shower area into a water closet. I’m asking these questions to get people’s opinions on the long term home value. I’m ambivalent either way, but would a buyer favor a tub over a dedicated water closet? The home has two and a half baths and the other full bath has a tub, so no need to worry about a tub for kiddos. The bathroom has an L shape, the photos attached only show one side of this L. The current tub area is 84x54. This would make for a nice large shower, but potentially run into some minor issues. The ceiling above is slowed because we are on the second floor and the master has vaulted ceilings to the roof. There is also a window here which would need some reconfiguration. One of the options my wife has always discussed is a steam shower, which I don’t know if that will happen (leaning no) but it would for sure use up a lot more energy and take longer to fill up with the larger size, and not ideal with a vaulted ceiling. But by moving the shower here, we gain a water closet where the current shower is. The toilet is kind of in the middle of the room, sticks out a bit from the wall. Not the best toilet area in my opinion. The current shower is 38x47. There is a wall directly behind the shower insert, and I believe it was just built out to accommodate the shower. If we kept the shower here I would expand the size by taking that part of the wall out, making it 64” from shower head to back wall, and take another 12”inch or so away from the second vanity as I do not need a large vanity. This would still lead to a comfortable size for two people if needed, and still retain the tub. I guess my main question is, would buyers rather have a tub or a water closet in the master if they had to choose? We’re not planning on selling but I don’t want to make an error and lose out on potential value. See all the photos below to help in your opinion. Thanks in advance