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What Bathroom Materials Are Available for You During a Renovation?

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  Starting a bathroom renovation?  Have you weighed all the different options available to you for materials?  The process can be overwhelming and we understand that. It’s why we’ve taken the time to scrutinize the most commonly used materials in bathroom renovations and walk through the pros and cons with you.  The more knowledge you carry, the better your bathroom will be for you in the end. Whether that’s with Five Star Bath Solutions or not, we aim to help you create your perfect dream bathroom.  Tile: Not All It’s Cracked Up To Be Tile became popular because of its attractive aesthetic.  It can be arranged in beautiful designs, it appeared easy to clean, and it was one of the most water-resistant materials available when modern bathrooms first rose in popularity.  However, tile requires proper installation and frequent maintenance, including resealing every 6-12 months. This extra maintenance and the issues that arise when it isn't done properly l...

Is Your Bathroom Stuck in the Past?

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  When you look at homes today, having a bathroom in the floor plan is a non-negotiable—most homes have 2 to 4 bathrooms. However, that wasn’t always the case. The modern bathroom is still a relatively recent invention.  Quantity over Quality—Higher Demand for Construction Led to a Decrease in Craftsmanship After World War II, the government subsidized many mortgages with programs like the G.I. Bill. For the first time, homeownership was a possibility for many. Before long,  over half  of Americans were homeowners.  With all that development came the need to build faster than ever to meet the growing demand. The real estate bubble drove builders to experiment with faster, cheaper methods of production. So, rather than innovating, craftsmanship decreased in favor of efficiency and lower costs. As a result, nearly 75 years after the bathroom became standard in single-family homes, our bathrooms still look much the same as those built in the 1950s.  Innovation...

Are we the right fit for you?

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With so many bathroom remodeling companies operating in your area, you may want to know what Five Star Bath Solutions of Williamsburg has that you should choose us over others. Well, there’s not one but numerous reasons why Five Star Bath Solutions is your best shot. Five Star Bath Solutions hasn’t made its way to the top for nothing. We can swear by the quality and durability of our products and the professionalism and skills of our installers and technicians. We work with a customer-oriented approach and not a business-oriented approach which is what sets us apart from the rest.   Resistant to Mold, Mildew and Bacteria When you invest money in bathroom remodeling, you would want your new bathroom to last long and be safe for your family. Five Star Bath Solutions of Williamsburg won’t disappoint you. Our products aren’t only waterproof but also highly resistant to mold, mildew and bacteria. Our shower wall surrounds have an extra sealant coating that prevents water from ...

What We Do

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  Most homeowners are skeptical about choosing a bathroom remodeling company and want to be absolutely sure that they’re making the right decision. This is because of two reasons; there’s a lot of money involved, and the bathroom remodeling project disrupts the normal routine significantly, which is why homeowners just don’t want to take any risks. However, with Five Star Bath Solutions of Williamsburg at your service, you can rest assured that everything will be done to perfection and within the committed timeline. The transition from an old bathroom to a modern one will be swift, and the final results will be what you had in mind – or maybe, even better! Here are other reasons why you should choose us for your bathroom remodel. Increased Value A remodeled bathroom is sure to boost the value of your property when you plan to sell it. When someone buys a house, the first thing they usually do is get the bathrooms renovated. But if they’re getting a ho...

Remodeling Tips for the Master Bath

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  When redoing your master bathroom, consider incorporating luxury into the design to create a customized retreat. An atmosphere of personal indulgence, which used to be the domain of day spas, is finding its way into master baths remodels. Limited only by imagination and a project’s budget, standard master baths are turning into customized retreats. The good news is luxury can be incorporated into any design. “We’re starting to put in more luxurious items,” says Sara Ann Busby, National Kitchen and Bath Association (NKBA) president-elect and owner of Sara Busby Designs of Elk Rapids, Mich. ​ ​ Style ​ Unsure about how to describe your desired style? Not a problem. A book like Yes/No Design: Discover Your Decorating Style With Taste-Revealing Exercises and Examples,by Diane Love (Rizzoli International Publications) can help sort through different styles. Paying a visit to decorator show houses, kitchen and bath showrooms and plumbing showrooms provides the opportunity to see bathro...