AIP Contractor @AIPContractor

An NAHB CAPS designee shares what he knows about aging in place home renovations. Learn to live in a safe and comfortable home and reduce the risk of falling. aipcontractor.com Florida, USA Joined September 2018

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AIP Contractor @AIPContractor

5 years ago

Older adults are more likely to suffer a serious burn when hot water hits their skin. That's why it's important to learn how to adjust the temperature on these faucets. loom.ly/2c_O5Ag #aginginplace

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5 years ago

Aging in place and aging in style can coexist. Here are four design tips you can incorporate into your aging-in-place renovation to keep your home stylish and modern for years to come. loom.ly/mm7ZUCM #aginginplace #renovation

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5 years ago

Grab bars aren’t just for the bathroom. You can place them just about anywhere in the #aginginplace house. loom.ly/TjOSWZM

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5 years ago

If your parent's home is lined with old wallpaper or full of dingy walls that haven't been painted in decades, giving each wall a new coat of paint and bringing some color back into the home can have huge emotional benefits. loom.ly/VSqp4yU #aginginplace

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5 years ago

A fresh coat of paint is a beautiful thing. There’s no easier way to immediately make your surroundings look fresh and clean, and it can make a huge difference in the way older adults feel about their home. loom.ly/12qkAFo #aginginplace

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5 years ago

At a minimum, a thermostat needs to be easy-to-read and painless to control if it’s going to make the cut for #aginginplace. loom.ly/jcdNJ3M

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5 years ago

With the right kitchen layout, appliances, and professional advice, your kitchen upgrade will be a lot easier than you think. loom.ly/kv7WnvM #aginginplace

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5 years ago

Keep things simple and follow the golden rule of decluttering – ‘keep it, throw it or donate it.’ Every item you dig through will fall into one of these categories. In the #aginginplace bathroom, less is always more…and always safer. loom.ly/eH_L8YE

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5 years ago

Smart security systems and smart exterior and interior lighting are two foundations of smart home upgrades for aging in place. Why? Because both are directly tied to an older adult’s ability to age safely in their home. loom.ly/Y3HiilA #aginginplace

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5 years ago

The stigma that ‘aging-in-place’ and ‘design’ can’t co-exist under one roof is the farthest thing from the truth. loom.ly/jlHYa14 #aginginplace #retirement @deltafaucet @moen @KingstonBrass @Avanity_Inc

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5 years ago

Smart #aginginplace design doesn’t just protect older adults from slippery floors. It should also attempt to alleviate the persistent pain and discomfort of living with the challenges old age presents – with arthritis being at the top of the list. loom.ly/6LRUeWQ

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5 years ago

Before you throw a fresh coat of paint onto the walls of your #aginginplace home, read through this list of my favorite Purdy painting products so you have the best tools available for a professional-looking paint job. loom.ly/m4s5UFg

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5 years ago

There are a lot of simple things you can do to make #aginginplace safe and enjoyable. loom.ly/HlIuVXg

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AIP Contractor @AIPContractor

5 years ago

Decluttering your #aginginplace home takes some time, but the safety improvements are well worth the effort. loom.ly/Y8V9ppY

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AIP Contractor @AIPContractor

5 years ago

The ultimate goal of smart #aginginplace design is a safe home as you age. Here are nine must-have safety features: loom.ly/9ofpvRc

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5 years ago

A zero-threshold shower eliminates a person’s need to step over a threshold to get into a bathtub. Just this modification alone makes bathroom safety skyrocket. loom.ly/H0gHR8c #aginginplace

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5 years ago

#Aginginplace entryways need bright light. Your parent shouldn’t have to struggle to find the right key to unlock the door. loom.ly/P4MU_NA

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5 years ago

Few #aginginplace upgrades are as important as #flooring. If your parent decides to age in place, installing slip-resistant floors throughout their home is non-negotiable. loom.ly/sW06mI4 @Dotfloorinc @MohawkFlooring @FlooretBrand @builddirect

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5 years ago

The right cabinet pulls can greatly reduce the arthritis pain your parent feels when opening a cabinet or drawer. And they also provide an excellent opportunity to give your cabinetry a punch of style. loom.ly/5vZHMBE #aginginplace

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5 years ago

Some threshold modifications are fairly simple weekend DIY projects. Others, if you’re dealing with older homes that have uneven floors, for instance, can get technical pretty quick. loom.ly/Dndi-L0 #aginginplace