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.
2018 Winners
Sewell, New Jersey

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.
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West Chester, Pennsylvania

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.
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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.
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Media Room

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.
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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.
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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.
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The Blyzniuk Garage Reveal
Part workout center, part man cave, this garage is everything John dreamed of and more
An Update on the Blyzniuk’s Garage
We check in on the progress at the Blyzniuk home and get an update from the contractor
The Soares’ Bathroom Renovation is Complete
The Soares family updates us on their completed bathroom.
Meet Marine Corps Veteran John Blyzniuk
This year's PURPLE-to-Perfect winner is a 33-year old veteran and stay-at-home dad.
News about Frank Martin
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,
Meet San Francisco Bay Area Winner Jenna Soares
Jenna Soares and her family purchased their dream home in the San Francisco Bay Area, but it's in need of some TLC.
Martin Family Bathroom Renovation Reveal
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.
Martin Family Bathroom Renovation Update
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.
Meet West Chester, Pa., Winner Frank Martin
Anitra Mecadon and the National Gypsum team visit the Martins to start planning a safer, updated bathroom for their condo in West Chester, Pa.