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Auditions for youth musical set at Camelot Music Joanne Rand at the Unitarian Fellowship Rogue Valley Symphony and 3 Leg Torso mingle classical with modern chamber music Theory of a Deadman, Brett Eldredge headliners at Jackson County Fair Jef Fretwell & Friends at The Wild Goose Cafe The Rhythm Kings at Howiee's in Medford Community Events Third Fridays celebrates poetry, student art 'BRAND,' 'Western' among Ashland Independent Film Festival award winners Ashland Co-Dependent Film Festival 2015 Pear Blossom Festival kicks off in Medford Ashland Independent Film Festival announces 2015 lineup Dining Restaurant inspections, April 12, 2015 La Tapatia offers authentically delicious cuisine RESTAURANT INSPECTIONS: Sunday, April 5 The Laughing Clam in Grants Pass offers seafood-heavy menu Standing Stone owners to open Medford brewpub and restaurant Tempo Videos Classifieds Jobs Autos Real Estate FEATURED » Obits Blogs TV Listings Movie Listings Oregon Outdoors Oregon Healthy Living Special Sections Business Services NEWS NOW Jackson County's wildlife services agent seen as both killer and savior ... Medford man sentenced to 8 years for 2014 rape ... Water shortage hits riverfront city ... Jackson County's wildlife services agent seen as both killer and savior ... Medford man sentenced to 8 years for 2014 rape ... Water shortage hits riverfront city ... Home Help: 3 upgrades to help give your bathroom spa-like panache MailTribune.com Writer Posted Apr. 13, 2015 @ 9:02 am Posted Apr. 13, 2015 @ 9:02 am » Social News p bs:newslist StartDate="20121121" EndDate="p bs:datecalc Months="3"" DateSort="1" UseObjects="1" ObjectClass="81" Taxonomywords="2325,665" ExactTaxonomyMatch="1" Image="1" Count="4" --> TIP OF THE WEEK Americans’ love of a spa-like bathroom experience continues to be strong, with industry watchers reporting that luxurious touches like freestanding bathtubs and top-quality materials remain in demand, and bathroom renovations remain the most valuable home improvements you can undertake. Here are four spa-like bathroom trends that are affordable and achievable in virtually any bathroom renovation: 1. Freestanding tubs: “A freestanding tub, in addition to a shower, really adds to the bathroom and the value of the house,” says Jean-Jacques L’Henaff, vice president of design for American Standard. While price and size may once have kept freestanding tubs out of smaller bathroom renovations, three new options from American Standard are more size-wise and budget-friendly. The oval and traditional-styled Kipling, the rectangular Sedona, and the contemporary oval Coastal soaking tubs offer elegant styling and sizes that fit comfortably in most bathrooms. 2. Luxuriant lighting: Few rooms in the house require the lighting versatility needed in a bathroom. Suitable illumination facilitates makeup application and shaving, while softer lighting enhances a luxurious soak in the tub. Sconces or above-the-mirror lights can provide illumination in work areas. Dimmable overhead canister lights allow you to achieve maximum brightness when you need it, and a softer glow when you want to create a mood. 3. Leading-edge amenities: Innovations in bathroom technology often emerge from the spa industry to enter American homes. From a TV above the soaking tub and multi-jet showerheads to heated flooring and towel warmers, adding one or two upscale amenities to your bathroom renovation can underscore the spa-like atmosphere. Designer accessories like sleek towel bars, soap dispensers and toothbrush holders carry the upscale resort effect throughout the room. — Brandpoint HOME-SELLING TIP Kitchen remodels can offer high ROI for sellers, but a full remodel may be outside your budget. If you’ve already done the obvious, like repainting and decluttering, it’s time to look for a few more cost-effective improvements that will appeal to buyers. Swapping old faucets and cabinet hardware with new designer options can enhance the appeal of a kitchen. Shabby, outdated appliances can hinder a speedy sale, so consider replacing them with new ones. Newer, Energy Star-qualified appliances represent savings for buyers down the road. — Brandpoint DECORATING TIP Paint is one of the most affordable ways to dramatically change the look and energy of a space. If you have dated tile, research if tile paint is an option for your kitchen or bath. Don’t be afraid to experiment with color — a rich or vivid color on a focal wall can add instant style, like on the wall behind the tub or stove. Don’t forget the fifth wall: a fresh white ceiling instantly brightens the area and visually heightens the room, which can make the space feel larger and more modern. — Brandpoint GARDEN GUIDE Veggie and herb gardens need plenty of sunshine and water, no matter what you’re planting, or growing them in. Six to eight hours of bright light every day is best, so choose a sun-drenched spot in your yard for raised beds or larger gardens, and place pots and containers on sunny porches, decks or patios. — Brandpoint MailTribune.com Writer Posted Apr. 13, 2015 @ 9:02 am » Comment or view comments /* $( document ).ready(function() { // Jquery mobile is trying to style the button and leaving a blank gry button on top of a white button $("#viafouracoms .vf-comment-controls li.vf-right").html(' Submit '); });*/ » STAY INFORMED Email NewsLetter Sign Up Today Sign up for our newsletter and have the top headlines from your community delivered right to your inbox. calendar Connect with MailTribune.com Facebook Twitter RSS Back to top Reader Services Reader Services Home Subscriptions Subscriber controls Contact us Submissions Photos Events Letters to the editor Corrections Announcements Obituaries Story ideas Since you asked Alerts Email Alerts RSS Feeds Text Alerts Advertise Media Kit Home Products and services Ad rates Advertising contacts Mail Tribune Daily Tidings The Nickel Shop Our Valley Blogs Stay Informed Email newsletter Sign Up Today Sign up for our newsletter and have the top headlines from your community delivered right to your inbox. 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