Jack and Jill’s pail of water has come a long way. The shared bathroom offers a great footprint for a busy home and our expert, Jennifer Lopez from ProSource, says a bit of planning can maximize its potential.
What works best for a shared children’s bathroom?
A hand-held shower is a must and don’t skip on having a tub. I would also highly recommend double vanities or double faucets. For a kids’ bathroom, pool house or guest bathroom, I love the look of one large sink and two faucets.
What is an ideal footprint for a Jack and Jill bathroom?
Freestanding tubs can save space and offer a great look, but with a shared bath you may prefer a built-in to hold everyone’s stuff. Tub/shower combinations are best for kids’ bathrooms or a guest room where you don’t typically have the square footage for both a shower stall and a tub.
What type of hardware suits the sinks and the multiple doors in a Jack and Jill bath?
The function of a single lever faucet is a good choice, it’s less holes on the countertop and easy to clean. Doors leading out can make a statement. So many companies like Baldwin, Rocky Mountain or Emtek have a neat look. We also carry a company called First Impressions that has very creative styles for single doors or even double doors.
How about getting enough hot water to a busy bathroom?
Adding a tankless water heater just for bathroom use is the way to go. Navien is one of the best tankless water heaters on the market. When installed correctly, you can count on not running out of hot water, ever. It’s a big plus for back-to-back showers.
What type of lighting is most functional?
Wall-mounted lights create a decorative look whereas ceiling mounts are more for task lighting. You need a combination of both because you can never have enough light in a bathroom, let alone when used by multiple people.
Our Expert:
Jennifer Lopez is the Director of Showroom Sales for ProSource Supply in their Greenville location. Visit the website at prosourcesupply.com to learn more about the products they offer.
