A Mistake, A Lesson, And The PERFECT Tub
When One Regret Turned Into The Bathroom
She Always Wanted …And Deserved
Some remodeling lessons don’t hit you until you’ve lived with the results.
And for one of our team members here in Kansas City, that lesson came every time she stepped into her bathtub.
Cindy—one of our longtime employees—remodeled her bathroom years ago with all-new floors (no more dark brown tile), a more functional vanity, and an upgraded toilet.
Everything looked great, but she skipped her bathtub. And she left the old acrylic surround in place, as well. For her, this is a classic bathroom remodeling mistake to avoid.
So, why’d she do it?
Because, like so many of the homeowners we work with, she thought it was “good enough” and wanted to save a little cash. This cash she put towards the other segments of her bathroom – rather than the one thing she enjoyed most.
So, the decision seemed bright at the time… until it wasn’t.
What followed was years of quiet regret, especially for someone who lives for a long, relaxing soak. Then, when she FINALLY had the chance to remodel again… she didn’t just get it right—she got it perfect.
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The Tub She Didn’t Replace
It became her biggest remodeling regret and her biggest remodeling lesson.
Because Cindy isn’t just a shower-and-go person, she lives for a good soak. Baths are how she resets—and her old, creaky tub wasn’t doing her any favors.
It flexed. It barely held heat. It never felt solid. It looked pretty shabby. Every bath reminded her of the one choice she wished she hadn’t made during her first remodel.
So when she had the chance to remodel again, she didn’t hesitate.
This time, the tub was a must.
Even As An Insider, She Felt The Overwhelm
Working at Jericho doesn’t magically make you immune to remodeling anxiety.
Sure, she KNEW she was working with the right contractor, but she still found herself in the same place as many Kansas City homeowners: unsure of what kind of tub she needed or where to start. There are a million options.
What style? What size? What materials?
Fortunately, she had what every Jericho client gets—a designer who took the time to listen. Together, they figured out what she didn’t want: no hollow-feeling hotel tubs, no cheap acrylic, and nothing that felt like a compromise.
A Tub Built To Last, Installed The Jericho Way
Once Cindy chose the right tub, our highly vetted crew did what we always do—installed it with care, craftsmanship, and a literal foundation: we set every tub in concrete. It’s just one of those behind-the-scenes details that makes all the difference.
We refuse to use anything but high-quality fixtures and materials.
Before the water even ran, Cindy could feel the sturdiness and quality.
The thing wasn’t going anywhere.
But when she filled it up for the first time, something surprising happened.
Her First Soak Nearly Backfired
Cindy drew her bath the way she always had—with lots of hot water.
But unlike her old tub, this one didn’t cool off. At all.
She waited. Tossed in ice cubes. Watched a movie. Mowed the lawn. The water stayed piping hot the whole time. Our master craftsmen made her new tub so well-insulated that it practically hoarded heat.
After that first eye-opening soak, she adjusted her approach. Now, one perfectly tempered fill is all it takes—and her tub keeps it steady.
This Time, She Got It Right
Today, Cindy’s bathroom feels like a real spa retreat.
And maybe more important than the quality of the tub is the peace of mind she feels knowing she has finally gotten what she wanted and deserved!
It’s the kind of experience we want every homeowner to have—one where no corners were cut, no regrets linger, and everything just feels right.
Ready to love your bathroom again—maybe for the first time?
Let’s make it happen. Contact us and let’s answer your questions, explore some ideas, and schedule a convenient time for a free, no-obligation consultation.
