Posts by Mark Ashton
Wood Decorative Wall Panels By Finium For Your Toronto Renovation
Adding elements of nature into your home with light, water, colour, and stone can prove to be calming and reduce stress. This can also be achieved by adding the natural element of wood. Real wood with it’s texture, colour, and real natural feel can have a dramatic impact in any room. …
+ Read MoreBathroom Upgrades That Will Make Your Toronto Renovation Stand Out
It’s great to get a new bathroom with updated fixtures and tiles, but adding a few upscale items can make that space more comfortable and useful. Here are a few to be considered that are quite popular. Legrand Wall Plates, Switches & Plugs – This is a very simple and cost effective…
+ Read MoreRadiant Heating Panels For Your Bathroom Renovation In Toronto
Warmly Yours ember radiant heating panels are an excellent accessory to add to your bathroom. It can also be added to many other renovated spaces. Perhaps the nicest spot is behind, or to the side, of your soaker tub, where the air can be warmed and you may enjoy in greater comfort.
+ Read MoreAshton Renovations Now Offering Concore Kitchen Cabinetry In Toronto
Ashton Renovations is excited to offer exceptionally made cabinetry from Concore in Markham. Concore offers stock cabinetry available in 3 colours at exceptional prices to contractors. As they are a stock item, there are no long order delays usually associated with other types of similar cabinets. Features of this cabinetry line that…
+ Read MoreChief Architect 3D Bathroom Renderings
Ashton Renovations can offer you a full perspective of your new bathroom renovation, beyond your typical floor plan using Chief Architect, the industry standard for 3D Architectural Renderings. Now you can see your dreams realized, in detail. Elevations along with floor plans are also useful documents to visualize height measurements and better assist with…
+ Read MoreGreat Cooking Tools For Your New Kitchen
Every new beautiful kitchen needs a new set of tools. And these two products are recommended after testing by our staff. Misto, and Analon pots and pans. Both are available at any local Toronto Bed, Bath, & Beyond location. Here is why we like them so much: Misto is a gourmet…
+ Read MoreChoosing A Colour The Easier Way For Your Renovation
For many years, the typical way colours have been chosen for you home are as follows: go to the store, look at swatches, imagine what they might look like in your room, and then hope for the best that you like it once your space is painted. If you are lucky, sometimes swatches are…
+ Read MoreA Kitchen Sink That Will Make Your Life A Lot Easier
The Galley Workstation is probably the most versatile kitchen upgrade you can make. What makes this sink so unique are the integrated accessories that allow you set them into the sink and slide them over and under each other without having to remove them. They include a cutting board, colander, bowl, and drying rack, which…
+ Read MoreThe Ultimate Shower Rainhead Experience From Kohler At KBIS 2017
Ashton Renovations visited KBIS & IBS in Orlando this week, where suppliers from all across North America showcased many of their innovative products and services. By far the most exciting product was from Kohler. The “Real Rain” shower experience rainhead. This product will be available soon and is available in a variety of trim…
+ Read MoreShower Niches For Your Toronto Bathroom
Adding a niche to your shower is becoming a very popular and practical choice. No longer do you need to add unsightly after market products to your shower walls. And often these units either rust, get incredibly dirty, and leave holes drilled into your tile. Adding a niche begins with installing a Schluter…
+ Read MorePhilips Hue LED Lighting For Your Toronto Home Renovation
Philips Hue is a personal LED wireless lighting system. At Ashton Renovations, we think it is a must for your home. It allows you to control as many lights in the home as you wish. You can dim them, add scenes with colour and moods, place lights in pretty much any area you can…
+ Read MoreAshton Renovations Featured In Toronto HomeStars Photo Of The Day
Ashton Renovations has been featured on HomeStars photo of the day. The photo features our laundry room completed this year in the Toronto Don Mills area.
+ Read MoreRustic Wood Tile Look For Your Bathroom in Toronto
Porcelain tile manufacturers have come a long way to make their tiles look like just about anything they want. They have done an excellent job in emulating the look of stone, and now they have accomplished the same with wood. So if you are trying to get the look of wood in areas of your…
+ Read MoreCustom Kitchen IKEA Drawers And Doors in Toronto
Ashton Renovations is proud to announce that we have access to suppliers who provide retrofit solutions for IKEA Akurum and Sektion drawers and doors. These retrofit solutions will guarantee a custom look for your kitchen whether it’s modern, or classy. Our suppliers can customize almost every single style of their five-piece doors, or slab style…
+ Read MoreSchluter Kerdi Decorative Drain Replacements For Your Toronto Bathroom
Introducing Designer Drain’s decorative Schluter Kerdi drain replacements. It’s better looking and comes in 8 different categories. Ashton Renovations recommends you replace your basic Schluter Kerdi Drain for Designer Drain’s decorative drain replacements. These inspirational drains are perfect for someone who wants better decor. Whether you want a classic look, an oceanic look, a nature…
+ Read MoreAshton Renovations Featured In Toronto’s Reno & Decor
Reno & Decor magazine has featured Ashton Renovations as part of the display of National Kitchen & Bath Association Ontario Chapter winners of best design for 2016. The article features Ashton’s best small bath design. Many other wonderful winning kitchens and bathrooms are displayed as well.
+ Read MoreAshton Renovations Winner of 2016 NKBA Best Small Bathroom
Mark Ashton, AKBD, B.A., B.A.S. of Ashton Renovations in Toronto has won the 1st place prize for best small bathroom from the National Kitchen And Bath Association. The award was given at the NKBA awards Gala on April 9th. The bathroom was completed in the fall of 2015 in Rosedale Toronto and features a traditional…
+ Read MoreYale Real Living Touch Deadbollt For Your Toronto Home
Ashton Renovations recommends Yale touch locks for our clients. Not only is it more convenient as a key is no longer needed to enter the home, access can be gained through your smart phone. You can also be notified when the door is opened and wether your house is locked.
+ Read MoreToronto Kitchen & Main Floor Renovation In Little Italy
The objective of this Toronto Renovation was to create a main floor open concept family area. The growing family of this home wanted contemporary design with aspects of traditional elements, which were present. Some of the design challenges involved the original structure, which required support including the opening of a masonry wall through to the…
+ Read More10 Tips for Bathroom Renovations in Toronto
1. USE QUALITY PRODUCTS No matter how good the craftsman, if they don’t have quality materials to work with, it’s impossible to construct a functioning, durable, and eye pleasing bathroom. Products for your bathroom should be well constructed, designed properly, suitable for the intended use, and all work well together. Make sure styles and finishes…
+ Read MoreAshton Renovations Toronto Pool Deck 3D Rendering
This photo truly represents what you can really do with Chief Architect. Another job that is going to look great using TREX! This program will allow us to create any type of project you can imagine, whether it is a bathroom, kitchen, or whole house interior, we can create it! Exactly as described, is exactly…
+ Read MoreOXO Stronghold Suction – Great for your Toronto Bathroom
Aside from installing a niche in a shower, which can be expensive and requires the entire shower, or bath to be waterproofed, the Good Grips by OXO we have found to be an excellent product for our Toronto Bathroom Renovation clients. They adhere to the bathroom walls exceptionally and are durable and easy to clean.…
+ Read MoreTorlys Ultimate Flooring In Toronto – Smart EverWood & EverTile!
Introducing Torlys Smart EverWood and EverTile! Your ultimate flooring. It beautiful, durable, and waterproof. We found this product at Ashton Renovations to be amazing on our projects. Why? WATERPROOF! Top layer and core are both impervious to prevent water damage. WARM! Warm to the touch with CorkPlus attached cork underlay DURABLE! Ultra-thick .5mm wear…
+ Read MoreMark Ashton Now Certified Toronto Kitchen & Bath Designer
Mark Ashton earlier this fall attained the designation of Associate Kitchen and Bath Designer from the National Kitchen and Bath Association. This designation, which is recognized across Canada and the United States, will allow Ashton Renovations in Toronto to provide design services. Our in house estimating will be available with planning and design using Chief…
+ Read MoreTouchless toilet perfect for your Toronto Bathroom Renovation
There are many products that come on the market. We are always encouraged by innovation on our Toronto renovations, but we have to be careful. Some seem good at the time, but they aren’t tested long term, and can lead to problems. However, Kohler has come up with a great new product. And we trust…
+ Read MoreThe Weirdest House Renovation I’ve Ever Seen in Toronto
There is a lot of modern home renovations going on in Toronto right now. Some of them look pretty amazing, although they may not be in keeping with the neighbourhood. Standing out too much may lead to issues later. It’s always a good idea to build your home, or do any renovation, with recognized styles…
+ Read MoreDecorate Grab Bars For Your Toronto Bathroom Renovation
If you are planning to do a bathroom renovation, you may be thinking about adding grab bars. But they are ugly right? Delta offers decorative grab bar solutions where you won’t even now they are there. There are 4 options available for your bathroom renovation including a towel assist bar, toilet paper assist bar, corner shower…
+ Read MoreVirtually Dust Free Drywall Sanding on Your Toronto Renovation
Ashton Renovations is now using the Festool Planex Drywall Sander on all its projects. It’s a relatively new tool to the industry that virtually eliminates drywall dust during the sanding stages of the installation of drywall. It operates with the use of a HEPA filter vacuum the removes dust from the sander as it operates.…
+ Read MoreThe Best Bathroom Shower Rod You Can Get In Toronto
If you have a tub or shower, chances are you will need a curtain to keep water off your bathroom floor. You can install a glass enclosure, but in some instances it’s not practical. There are lots of choices available, including many tension fit rods, but they are not curved. Some bathroom shower rods even require…
+ Read MoreAshton Renovations featured on HomeStars in Toronto
Ashton Renovations has been featured on HomeStars in Toronto. The video explains the benefits of bathroom planning and design as well as budgeting. The segment was shot in a recently completed bathroom by ashton renovations in a Toronto Lakeshore condo.
+ Read MoreAwesome Wheelbarrow Handles
Everyone uses a wheelbarrow and this product will make using it easier on you for home gardening projects. Simply dump it! Their website is great and shows how it attaches to the wheelbarrow. So this summer pick one up. We came across this product on Michael Stone’s website. He’s a renovation advisor is the US that…
+ Read MoreContemporary Basement Laundry & Wet Bar Combination
If you are looking at making doing your laundry less painful, this is the perfect set up for you. Homeowners are now integrating their laundry rooms and kitchens into their living space. Quartz finishes, wine bars, tiled back splashes, ample cabinetry and functional lighting are some of the elements going into these finished areas in…
+ Read MoreCentura Tile’s New Toronto Location
Centura Tile is one of Canada’s largest tile suppliers. They are Ashton Renovations preferred supplier and moved into a beautiful new location on Lawrence Ave. Very convenient with lots of parking and a organized and simple showroom that will make shopping for you tile for your bathroom or kitchen a lot easier. If you are…
+ Read MoreMaking Toronto Bathrooms Look Bigger
There are several tricks you can use to make your bathroom feel and look larger than it really is. The above bathroom renovation in Toronto’s Little Portugal does just that. Firstly, make sure the wall surfaces are a lighter colour. Using dark colours on the walls (including the tiles) can close in a space. Instead…
+ Read MoreSchluter Kerdi Waterproof Shower Niche
Having a niche in your shower can be very handy. You have a place for soap, shampoo, and other items. It can also add depth and beauty to your bathroom. To build the properly a shower niche should always have solid jambs around the side and a sloped bottom to assist with draining water away.…
+ Read MoreFlooded Basement In Toronto?
If you are one of the unfortunate ones that experienced your basement being flooded out in Toronto recently, remember to make the proper improvements to avoid it happening again. Have an experienced waterproofing contracting make suggestions after inspecting your property. This should be done over and above what your insurance company will pay for and…
+ Read MoreLED Lighting For Kitchens and Baths
LED lighting has been around for a long time, but it’s not until recently that the technology in residential lighting has been acceptable. Pricing is also no longer unreasonable. Within kitchens and bathrooms, LED lights are suitable for general lighting in potlights and task lighting in undercounter applications. They give off a crisp…
+ Read MoreNKBA Bathroom Planning Guidlines
Did you know there are 27 Bathroom Planning Guidelines available to ensure that your bathroom is constructed to code and designed to function. Is your shower big enough? Is your toilet too close to the tub? Is your vanity too far from the wall? There are actually very specific answers to these questions and…
+ Read MoreTaps Bath Centre
Taps Bath Centre is one of Ashton Renovations preferred suppliers for kitchen and bath products. They are conveniently located near Toronto’s Design District, and perfect for visiting other stores in the area in search of products for your renovations. You can visit their site for regular sales promotions throughout the year. We are regulars there…
+ Read MoreIDS (International Design Show) 2013 Toronto
There were a number of exhibits at the IDS (International Design Show) 2013 that were really cool, but 2 were especially unique. You may want to look into these products. They may add and interesting touch to your kitchen, or bath renovation in Toronto. GLASS and Illuminated GLASS Countertops from CBD Glass Studios. The glass…
+ Read MoreGaggenau Full Surface Induction Cooktop
Induction cooktops are great to begin with, but this one is the coolest. Imagine a surface where you can put your pots anywhere and you don’t have to worry about burning yourself either. This is German made product from Gaggenau available in Canada, and it does just that. You can organize the top as you…
+ Read MoreNest Touchscreen Programable Thermostat
This little device is a great added touch to any renovation. It’s a touch screen thermostat with many advantages over normal programmable ones. One of it’s most useful features of The Nest is that it builds a program by itself based on how you set the thermostat during the week. You can also go…
+ Read MoreAshton Renovations seen on CTV’s Pattie Lovett-Reid Show
On a recent episode of the Pattie Lovette Reid Show on Nov. 27th, our client’s renovation project was featured on the CTV News Channel. The kitchen and bathroom renovation was situated on the Danforth in Toronto. The episode reflected on the topic of moving vs. renovating. Mostly centered on the homeowner, numerous questions were asked…
+ Read MoreHansgrohe Touch Screen Shower Rainbrain
RainBrain by Hansgrohe is an electronic touchscreen panel with five individual functions. It works much like a touch screen iPad. The system allows for 4 preset functions that controls the flow of water to the rainhead, shower arm, and the jets. Differing sprays and water flow from the rainhead are available. There are some features…
+ Read More10 Costly Repairs To Avoid When Buying A Home
If you’re planning on buying a house and fixing it up before you move in, you may want to take a closer look at parts of the house you wouldn’t expect to fix. If you’re budgeting to renovate and focus on the typical areas of the home that make it nice, like your kitchens and…
+ Read MoreMake Your Renovation Easier
BEFORE YOUR RENOVATIONS START Remove Your Furniture & Personal Items – Removing your furniture and personal items from areas being renovated we help the trades work more safely and efficiently. It will also help protect your property from damage, or dust. Remember to put away your small stuff too as well. You’ll be thankful…
+ Read MoreAshton Renovations Featured In Lowes Article
Ashton Renovations is recently featured in a Lowes article on bathroom remodeling where owner Mark Ashton gives advice on how homeowners should spend their dollars.
+ Read More10 Things To Consider When Renovating Your Home
1. Setting The Budget – Starting a renovation project without deciding on a budget, can be the single biggest mistake a homeowner can make. Only you know how much you want to spend, and when you come up with this figure you can find out exactly what you can get. Without setting a budget you…
+ Read MoreOur Lawrence Park Project – 25 Years Later
We often travel into and out of the city down Mt. Pleasant Rd. And just below Lawrence Ave. we pass by a project completed in part by Mark Ashton in 1987. With the exception of some grass growing up in the interlocking, it still looks pretty good today. Mark often mentions it and remembers working…
+ Read MoreRegal Heights Toronto – Modern Bath Renovation
We like being creative with our projects at Ashton Renovations, and recently we completed a very interesting and unique bathroom renovation in Toronto’s Regal Heights. The neighbourhood is situated on the western hill of the Davenport escarpment. It has many very large turn of the century houses, tree- lined streets, and an elevation atop the…
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