One of the best ways to improve the value and comfort of a home is through renovating or remodeling bathrooms. Installing new bathroom sink cabinets, shower bases, or toilets can make a home many times more comfortable, and it is a great way to save money on energy costs as well.

For instance, installing a walk in tub is a great thing to do when remodeling a bathroom. With a walk in tub, the user has the option of filling the bathtub after entering it or using a hand-held shower attachment to bathe. Walk in tubs use less water than traditional tubs, so it saves the user money.

As for toilets, the first American patent for a “plunger closet” was granted in 1857. Interestingly, Thomas MacAvity Stewart of St. John, New Brunswick invented the vortex-flushing bowl in 1907, which created a self-cleansing effect. Plus, an ancestor of the modern flush toilet was installed at Richmond Palace during the reign of Queen Elizabeth I, circa 1600, but she refused to use it because it made too much noise.

Today, a bathroom renovation is a great way to make a home more comfortable and even more functional. There are many different ways to make a bathroom better, but installing new toilets, tubs, or sinks is a great way to start. Helpful info also found here.