PURPLE-to-Perfect Contest Winners

In 2018, veterans and their friends and family from the Philadelphia area told us why they deserved a PURPLE-to-Perfect renovation.
In 2018, veterans and their friends and family from the Philadelphia area told us why they deserved a PURPLE-to-Perfect renovation.
After two tours in Iraq, retired U.S. Marine John Blyzniuk is a stay-at-home dad who visits the often-crowded local gym to help with his post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD). Turning his garage into a home gym that can stand up to his tough workouts will help this veteran’s quality of life.
Getting in and out of the shower has become a challenge for 92-year-old World War II veteran Frank Martin. He deserves a safe and comfortable bathroom, so he can focus on his favorite thing to do – spending time with his five grandchildren.
High moisture levels in a bathroom make mold almost impossible to get rid of, and the Soares family is seeing the effects of that firsthand. They’re ready for a PURPLE-to-Perfect renovation that keeps their bathroom beautiful and healthy.
As of mid-July, the Oliphants now are a family of five – and they're ready to turn their boring, unfinished basement into a high-tech family room where they can relax and play.
Meet the Smiths, a new family with a bathroom that’s anything but. They’ll say goodbye to 30-year-old tile and a leaky shower door and hello to a fresh, expanded space.
Gretchen Lindlau’s garage looks like many families’ – cluttered and disorganized. With clever storage solutions, she can soon use this space for cars – and a family pastime.
October 6, 2018
Part workout center, part man cave, this garage is everything John dreamed of and more
September 7, 2018
We check in on the progress at the Blyzniuk home and get an update from the contractor
July 26, 2018
The Soares family updates us on their completed bathroom.
July 26, 2018
This year's PURPLE-to-Perfect winner is a 33-year old veteran and stay-at-home dad.
January 3, 2018
We are sad to announce the passing of Mr. Frank Martin on Dec. 6, 2017. The 92-year-old World War II veteran won a PURPLE-to-Perfect bathroom renovation,
December 4, 2017
Jenna Soares and her family purchased their dream home in the San Francisco Bay Area, but it's in need of some TLC.
November 13, 2017
It's time for the big reveal! See the Martins' newly remodeled bathroom, linen closet and laundry room, all backed by PURPLE high-performance drywall.
October 5, 2017
Follow progress on the Martin family bathroom renovation through the eyes of Pat Martin, wife of WWII veteran and PURPLE-to-Perfect Contest winner Frank.
Anitra Mecadon and the National Gypsum team visit the Martins to start planning a safer, updated bathroom for their condo in West Chester, Pa.