Bathtubs and Surrounds: Refinish or Replace
As mentioned in the “Wallpaper Removal” article, my wife and I are currently in the process of updating our 1980’s home. Concentrating on the kids' bathroom, we first removed all original wallpaper...
View ArticleMaintenance Tips: Bathroom Exhaust Fans
Moisture in a bathroom can lead to peeling finishes, warped doors, and even mold. The purpose of a bathroom exhaust fan is to control moisture and remove airborne odors and pollutants. While...
View ArticleMaintenance Tips: Bathtubs and Showers
Remnants of dirt, debris, and soap that are not rinsed down the drain can harden on the surface of a bathtub or shower, forming a residue. Limiting the amount of residue is important because mildew...
View ArticleMaintenance Tips: Bathroom Vanities
Bathroom vanities are comprised of a base or furniture cabinet, a countertop mounted to the top of the cabinet, a sink, a faucet, and a drain stop assembly located at the bottom of the sink which...
View ArticleMaintenance Tips: Toilets
When you consider the lifespan of most fixtures and appliances around the home, toilets rank near the top. According to the Study of Life Expectancy of Home Components which was prepared in 2007 by the...
View ArticleMaintenance Tips: Whirlpool Tubs
According to the Study of Life Expectancy of Home Components, which was prepared in 2007 by the National Association of Home Builders (NAHB), the average life expectancy of a whirlpool tub is 20-50...
View ArticleHow to Fix a Leaking Toilet
Repositioning and Replacing a Wax Ring If you have noticed water damage near the base of your toilet, chances are your toilet’s wax ring has failed. Although toilet leaks have several common causes,...
View ArticleHow to Install a Tileable Shower Base
Basic tiling skills can be very useful in many home improvement projects, but some tiling projects can prove daunting for even experienced DIY'ers. Installing tile for a custom shower is one of those...
View ArticleHow to Tile a Custom Bathroom
Ceramic tile is an ideal choice for walls and floors in any bathroom. It’s durable, impervious to water, and comes in an almost limitless selection of colors and styles. Tiling a custom bathroom with...
View ArticleHow to Install a Handheld Shower Fixture
One of the final steps in completing a custom shower project is selecting and installing the shower fixtures. While the task of selecting a shower fixture from the wide variety of styles can be...
View ArticleHow to Install a Glass Shower Enclosure
After tile, one of the most challenging jobs in building a custom shower is installing a glass shower enclosure. There are many options for shower enclosure systems, but to work properly the enclosure...
View ArticleHow to Install a Bathroom Lavatory
Lavatory, or vanity, sinks are often the focal point of a bathroom. The bathroom sink is the most frequently used fixture in the room and comes in a nearly unlimited number of design options. Despite...
View ArticleHow to Install a Toilet
Many puns have been applied to toilet replacement and installation, but in reality replacing or installing a toilet is a pretty simple home improvement project for a do-it-yourselfer. The workings of a...
View ArticleBathroom Caulking 101
Preventing water damage inside our bathrooms is just as important as directing water away from our homes. Caulking, as part of routine homeowner maintenance, prevents avoidable damage around the...
View ArticleTips for Designing a Bathroom on a Budget
We tend to spend quite a bit of time in our bathrooms, although generally they are the smallest spaces in our homes. The bathroom is one of the most personal and private places that we have in our...
View ArticleBeneath Bathroom Finishes: Substrates That Manage Water and Moisture
The bathroom is one area of the home that is extremely vulnerable to water damage. Showers, tubs, toilets, and vanities provide hundreds of gallons of water on demand every day. In addition,...
View ArticleSealing Sanded Grout
The final step in most ceramic tile projects is to seal the sanded grout. Watch our easy solution in Sixty Simple Seconds. Sealed grout is waterproof and easier to maintain, which makes for a...
View ArticleCleaning Sanded Grout
Grout in ceramic tile floors and bathrooms collects dirt and grime over time. Watch our easy solution in Sixty Simple Seconds to cleaning sanded grout. Is dirty grout diminishing the look of your tile...
View ArticleFixing a Leaky Toilet
Have a leaking toilet? Fixing it is easier thank you think. Watch our easy solution to a leaky toilet in Sixty Simple Seconds. Finding water all over your bathroom floor from a leaky toilet is never a...
View Article4 Easy Cleaning Projects for Your Bathroom
Just a little time spent cleaning those oft-forgotten corners can really make a difference in a room’s appearance. Home improvement writer Jakob Barry shares his tips for making your bathroom gleam,...
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