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Install a New Shower in Drywall

Bathtub and Shower

If you want to install a new shower in new drywall, you do so without advanced plumbing skills. If you have already installed drywall over the shower area, you need to remove it first. If you have not installed drywall, install the shower valve first, then complete the project. Here’s how to install a new […]

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How to Flush Pipes

Kitchen Sink and Faucet

Flushing pipes is an excellent way to rid your home plumbing of built up silt, dirt and debris. It is something older homes require. If you are moving into a new home or experiencing problems with your existing home’s plumbing, there might an obstruction or corrosion in your water pipes, but it is not common. […]

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How to Replace an Old Bath Tub Faucet

Bath tub faucet

An old bath tub faucet is something you can replace, but you do need to know how to remove and install one to get the job done. Usually, bathroom faucets are single handle varieties, which means they have one handle for both hot and cold water. All faucets are not exactly the same, but most […]

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Installing a Single Handle Shower Faucet the Right Way

Single handle shower faucet

Installing a single handle shower faucet requires some basic skills and some patience but it is a project any homeowner can complete with relative ease. It is a simple way to add new life to a bathroom, or update that old, leaking, stained faucet fixture. All you need while installing a shower faucet is a […]

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Fixing a Kohler Pivot Shower Door

Bathtub and Shower

Kohler Pivot shower doors install on your shower walls using a bottom track and two jambs that mount to the walls. These doors swing out, opening to allow access and entrance to your shower area. You can configure the shower door to open anyway you like, but it is best to position it so it […]

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Replace a Thermostatic Shower Valve

Symmons Temptrol shower faucet valve

Many showers today, including several of the top brands, use a thermostatic shower valve to balance the water temperature even when the water pressure changes. These valves look similar to traditional shower valves, and they install in much the same way. The valve is slightly larger than a normal shower cartridge, but the size does […]

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Repairing a Damaged or Cracked Shower Pan

Bathtub and Shower

A shower pan is the part of the shower that channels the water into the drain. It is a solid pan usually made of fiberglass or a similar material installed on the floor over the drain. When this part cracks or chips, it needs repair. A few options for repair are available, but the most […]

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How to Adjust Water Temperature on Kohler Shower Faucet

Kohler Shower Head

Kohler shower fixtures include temperature control devices that attach to the end of the cartridge. This device is a round collar that you as the owner can adjust if your water temperature is not perfect. Adjusting the heat requires turning the cartridge stem a certain direction. This part is easy, the difficult part is taking […]

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Installing a Bath Tub Drain & Overflow Tube

Bath tub drain

Installing a bath tub drain requires a few steps, and some preparation. If you have no experience plumbing a bath tub, it helps to learn the basics first. The tub has a complicated drain that includes an overflow tube and a straight drain pipe that connects to your tub drain basket. The tub drain basket […]

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Installing a Symmons Temptrol Shower Faucet Valve

Symmons Temptrol shower faucet valve

Installing the Symmons Temptrol shower faucet valve requires a few basic plumbing skills and the right tools. If you have installed faucets before, you’ll find this process requires similar steps. If not, brush up on your faucet knowledge before you attempt this process, and pay attention to a few common pitfalls.

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