Get The Look: Turquoise Tiled Shower With Teak

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Contemporist.com BathroomFinding the materials for this bathroom might be a little challenging, but this is my most popular Pin to date, so let’s do this!

(Note: many of the images are links to the source. Don’t be afraid to click them. )

Start with the background tileThose lime green tiles look to be 6x12” each.

These tiles look close in color, but in a much smaller size.

Figuring out the back wall…If there are no tiles behind the floating sink and mirrors, you’ll need 60 square feet of tile to complete the back wall.

Alternative tile: Susan Jablon 1x3” subway tiles

Cost of Tiles60 square feet1x3 Susan Jablon subway= $15.99/sq ft. *The Amazon mosaic* shown in the first option

is lacking in information, but appears to be $21.50/sq ft. (Ouch!)

Of course, you could pick a 6” x 12” tile you like in a suitable color and price range.

60 square feet at $16/sq ft =$960

Mirror PanelsOriginal Picture: 3x4 Panels?

Assuming 4-3x4’ beveled mirrors

Home Depot: 48 x 36 in Beveled Wall Mirrors are $44.99 each

$179.96 for all four.

The tubular sconces can be pricey. This fixture offers a slightly cheaper option.Home Depot: Three fixtures at $131.04 each=$393.12

Don’t forget the ceiling lights5 Stainless fixtures in the original photo

Home Depot’s version

Home Depot’s Can is $13.67 a piece. This satin nickel ring is $8.80. Five lights will cost you $601.48

Rainfall FixtureOriginal is approximately $1,700.

Our version is smaller, but much cheaper at $99.99. It’s also half the size.

Now for the good stuff!Teal mosaic tile Lay this mosaic tile vertically,

instead of horizontally.

8 square feet for side of wall & 6x8 for wall itselfTile is $159.90 for 10 square feet. 70 square feet will cost $1119.30. This includes waste and extra tile for the niche.

Shower Fixture$133.00 at Home Depot

Teak Shower FloorWhile this type of shower floor has become very popular on Pinterest and Houzz.com, figuring out how to lay it was more challenging.

Turns out, it’s an inset. You either have to make a waterproof shower base (tiled or cement with the drain and proper pitch) or purchase and install a shower pan.

The wood inset is then laid within that shower pan area. You can make the base yourself from teak or cedar 1x2’s. The natural oils in teak make it perfect for this high moisture area. Marine-grade urethanes help protect it.

Teak Floor Resources

MTI Teakworks4u.com

Follow these pictures to the original link.Learn to make your own wood base via Addicted2Decorating’s blog. She gives a Tutorial on the entire process.

Speaking of FloorsThe rest of the floor is fairly straightforward:

12x24 porcelain tiles $1.99/square footThis may be a gross overestimate, but This floor looks to be 6x8, so 48 sq. ft.

8 feet of pebble mosaic under the Floating vanity is $13/sq. ft.

Floating VanityThese are still tough to find. When doing your own search, look for “Wall-mounted Vessel Vanity.”

This one, on ebay, is currently bid at $600.

In Hindsight….This bathroom might be a lot smaller than it initially looks. The left side looks like a reflection but, on closer inspection, it looks like a reflective wall which makes the floor more of a hallway and the sink area half the quoted size.

In other words, your mileage may vary. It is possible to do this much cheaper than the shopping list on the next page will indicate.

Also, I have not included the prices of wiring and plumbing. If you need to update those things in your home, prepare to include those additional expenses.

Shopping ListBackground tiles $960Mirrors $179.96Lights $393.12Cans $601.48Shower head $100.00Teal Tile $1119.30Shower fixture $133Teak Floor $520Floor Tile $96Pebble Mosaic $104Floating Vanity $600Total $4806.86

Sticker Shock!Yes, I got sticker shock, too. But, keep in

mind that you have control over the materials and your vision.

Also, remember that this bathroom might be half as big, reducing the cost significantly.

It’s all about vision—your vision. You don’t have to copy any picture exactly.