Bathroom Remodel: Shower Shelf, Water and Lighting

Two days until Thanksgiving and we are definitely cutting it down to the wire on this project. We had a couple delays with the tile shipment and having to replace the entire door frame, but things are finally moving along. There have been a lot of late nights, multiple trips to the hardware store and sore backs this past week so we haven't had a chance to update on our progress.

Friday we got the call that our tile had been shipped directly to the store a day later than scheduled, but it was in KC so we got to pick it up and start working on the shower shelf. We had originally intended to use the floor tiles as shelves for the unit but the look wasn't right so we scrapped it and went with a little more sparkle. We started by setting the back with a glass and marble mosaic tile:

Setting the mosaic

Completed back wall

We let the mosaic dry overnight (hardest part after a long delay) so that it would set and we could work on adding the shelves. We picked out polished San Dona tile for the shelves because they were white with a little shine and character to them. They blend in really well with the mosaic and the subway tile. 

Adding the shelves

Once the shelves set we added marble trim pieces to give it a nice finish. Then we completed the subway tile around the shelf and added the grout. Here is the finished piece:

Marble trim

Not bad for the first time! The best part of the week was when the plumber came out to install the fixtures and turn the water on so the bathroom is functional. I can't wait until the finishing work is done so I can try out the new shower head. 

Grout complete

 Brian also got the crown molding up so we are working on caulking and finishing it tonight.

Another view

Last night we decided to tackle the lighting, but first we needed to set the mirror. We've been looking for a new mirror for awhile but we couldn't find one that we liked that fit the space, but luckily we had the perfect one already under our roof. We scored a mirror from ZGallerie a couple years ago for only $50 (normally $400) that we've had in our dining room. It was the perfect size and look for the new bathroom so we decided to move it (and bonus - I get to look for a new fun things for the dining room).

We bought pendant lights online so we didn't know how much light they put off, but before we could hang them we needed to set the mirror. That was a lot easier than getting the lights wired, but once we got them up they were perfect.

Adding the lights and the mirror

There is a lot more light than there was before and the room is starting to look complete. 

 

Without the flash

We should be able to put more finishing touches in tonight so that the bathroom is ready for use by tomorrow. We'll have finished pictures soon and some before and after pics to share after the holidays too. It's crazy to see how far we've come in such a short time. Just a few more late nights left but we are so looking forward to Brian's family coming in town for Thanksgiving and to show off our latest update.

Hope everyone is having a great holiday week so far!

XOXO,

Sara, Brian & Tequila

Baby Schorr Update: We are 17 weeks now and have some tests tomorrow to check on the progress. Baby Schorr is about the size of a large onion and has been moving around enough so that I can feel the movement...really active!