The Build Show Podcast

Let's Renovate A Bathroom


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This week, Matt chats with fellow Build Show Expert, Zack Dettmore, about his brand-new Build Original Series “Let’s Renovate A Bathroom.” The series follows Zack through a bathroom renovation, offering practical advice for both professionals and DIY enthusiasts. They discuss balancing tasks homeowners can tackle, such as framing, trim, and using accessible materials like Schluter KERDI-BOARD, with jobs best left to licensed pros, such as complex plumbing and electrical work. The goal is to empower listeners with the confidence to take on manageable projects while ensuring high-quality results. 

The featured project is an 8x9 bathroom remodel, blending functionality and timeless design. Zack explains how to maximize space with a freestanding shower, bathtub, toilet, and vanity, while preserving the home’s 1910 charm through subway tiles and hexagonal patterns. His approach prioritizes practical, durable choices, such as using self-leveling compounds for flooring instead of intricate structural adjustments and a curb shower design to simplify waterproofing for DIYers. 

Beyond technical advice, Zack frames bathroom renovations as an excellent gateway for mastering construction skills like tiling, carpentry, and drywall. He stresses the importance of craftsmanship, using durable materials, and respecting the home's history. 

Find Zack on the Web:

  • Build Show Videos: https://buildshownetwork.com/go/zackdettmore
  • Instagram: @dettmore101
  • Website: https://www.dettmore.com/

Find Matt and The Build Show on the web:

  • Build Show Videos: https://buildshownetwork.com/go/mattrisinger
  • Instagram: @risingerbuild and @thebuildshow
  • TikTok: @thebuildshow
  • YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@buildshow
  • Website: https://risingerbuild.com/ and https://buildshownetwork.com/

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