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Bathroom Design Brushed Gold Matte Black combo

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I recently updated my 1930s craftsman bungalow. While updating the guest bath I found that American Standard doesn't make gold shower fixtures. Instead of ripping out the shower tile to be able to change manufactures I went with their only (insanely overpiced) matte black option. All the other faucets and fixtures are gold. I am unhappy with how low the rainfall shower is and I am also wondering if I should have went with a black shower curtain rod. I'm sure I'm just over thinking this, but I would love some feedback.

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FrameMyMirror

last year

Wow it looks amazing and so unique! I love the pop of color.

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Sabrina Alfin Interiors
last year
Why does the shower head have to be American Standard? Have you looked at Delta or Moen? Both of those are reasonably priced and they should have a matte or brushed gold option.
jackowskib
last year
Beautiful! I like the gold accents and shower rod. What the heck you couldn’t find a gold lever for the toilet? Lol
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Wooo!!! Cat, I am stuck at home because of the snow storm so wandered around here not looking at anything in particular and came upon your thread. I totally agree with you on the shower curtain choice. Regardless of whether I have the money to spare or not, keeping those suckers clean is a nuisance over time. We have a glass shower door that was installed back in 2003 and I can't tell you how much I hate cleaning it. Not that the door is all that dirty, but a shower curtain is way easier, and you can change the look/style whenever you feel like it. Can't do that with a pricey shower door. Anyway, everything looks lovely as usual, including the "prom" dress :-) Love, love those circular tiles, and the floor tiles that look like fabric. Gorgeous. What colour is that again? It looks greyish on my monitor.
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Well believe or not the fixtures are so $$$ in the brushed Nickle I was shocked. I have oil rub bronze in my perm home With no problems of spots. And I honestly was going for the brushed nickle and somehow this chrome has got my eye since it will have a coastal setting. So I guess I thought I will try the chrome . While I'm crossing my fingers and toes :) faucets / showers have really gone up in price. Those remodeling shows are killing us ! well I picked Kohler Bancroft K-T10577-4-CP. faucet. And K-T10581-4-CP shower head/ tub faucet for one bathroom anyway. I went to take a look at it in person and I really loved it for this bathroom. Master bath. Used Subway tiles in there 4x12. Staggered In between I put a decorative band of 4 x12 black white gray and some white sparkle glass tiles , Thrown in around the tub/ shower area. And around the mirror so I'm hope these chrome figures give some bling. We are on the water. But not ocean. I wish !!!!!!!! Thank you for all the imput truly appreciate it
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And I dry it every time I shower. Same for the sink fixtures. Yes, a lot of trouble but I don't mind. Update: Just had my plumber here to replace the cartridge in the shower (hand-held was dripping). He commented that my drying the fixtures every time has preserved the finish. He says they go in houses all the time where the matte black is marked with white hard-water deposits in six months time. So, it depends on your water supply and your own level of commitment.
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We have really hard water. We have chrome in 1 bathroom and brushed nickel in 2 baths and the kitchen. The chrome looks water spotted and has been a disappointment from that standpoint. The brushed nickel NEVER shows water spots. Obviously, I'm sure they are present as well, but they absolutely don't show. I'm seriously not interested in wiping down all my fixtures everytime they are used. Keeping up with life is hard enough without adding that to the list of chores.
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Debbi Washburn
last year
I actually like the mixed metals . Maybe a black curtain rod?
ShadyWillowFarm
last year
Pull the shower curtain closed? 🙂My husband sprat painted a few light fixtures with metallic spray paint. Not sure how that would work with a shower head though.
Stephanie
last year
With regards to how low the shower head is you can buy extenders on amazon. they are not expensive. took me a few tries until i found one i liked. Search s shape riser or extension arm and then the color you want.
Erin S thanked Stephanie
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Erin S
Original Author
last year
@Sabrina Alfin Interiors you cant change the brand because all valve stems are brand specific and the only way to change manufactures is to tear into the shower wall.
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Erin S
Original Author
last year
It was frustrating to get that far and learn that little tidbit of information. The shower was done by the previous owner and I was very happy with the style!
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Sabrina Alfin Interiors
last year
Ah! Yes, of course. Then I’d get a black shower rod and call it a day.
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Nicetown Curtains
last year
Great job! The color really makes a difference. Great remodeling!
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OTM Designs & Remodeling Inc.
last year
Great work!
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Aquaiaw Plumbing
last year
Most time, matte black and brushed gold could match each other MAGICALLY. And you really have had great job!

About the low water pressure, how was it before update? Is it lower than before or same as before?
RedRyder
last year
Keep the shower curtain closed and save your money. Your renovation looks terrific. Hide the one part that takes away your happiness about an incredibly well done job.

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