Bathroom FAQs

The best way to prevent mold in the shower (and the bathroom in general) is proper ventilation. Venting that air outside — rather than into the attic or soffit — is the best way to limit the accumulation of condensation that fuels mold growth, rust, and peeling paint. Moisture in a bathroom is inevitable, but deterioration as a result of it can be avoided.

As an added failsafe, Ayars often installs timer switches that run the fan for a full hour after the shower is done, drying things up and preserving your investment. Another of our standard inclusions with bathroom remodels is the Schluter System — a series of waterproof membranes applied as a substrate to all tiled floors, shower walls, and shower pans. This prevents moisture from penetrating into floors, ceilings, and walls — which can be problematic and potentially destructive over time.

Ideally, a master bathroom should be big enough to allow you to spread your wings a little — that’s kind of the point! We prefer to leave enough square footage for:

• A well-appointed walk-in shower enclosure
• A comfort-height double vanity (sometimes referred to as “his and hers” or “jack and jill”)
• A comfort-height elongated toilet
• Ample storage space (linen closet, etc.)

If we have the room and budget for a more extensive master bathroom buildout, we can look to incorporate separate “zones” for a more personal, spa-like experience:

• Bathing (we prefer a freestanding tub)
• Showering
• Toileting
• Grooming
• Linens and laundry

A bathroom remodel can take anywhere from 2 to 6 weeks, depending on the size and scope of the project. At Ayars, we emphasize preparation and organization to shorten the timelines of all of our remodeling projects — ordering all materials well in advance of our start date so our craftsmen have everything they need to hit the ground running.