Bathroom area is a common remodeling project. Check out these tips and resources so your bathroom remodeling project comes out right the first time, and make sure you avoid costly mistakes.
Remember, plenty of things can go wrong when you choose to update the bath area. Plumbing fixtures, pipes and drain lines can break causing more extensive problems like water damage and mold so it’s important to repair them quickly. Take the right steps and you will avoid these expensive pitfalls.
If you plan on plumbing a toilet yourself, it helps to know what size pipe you need. There are different types of pipes used to install a toilet, including the drain pipe, closet bend and water supply lines. Learn the common sizes and diameters to better prepare for this big job!
When installing a new bathroom sink, replacing the sink drain is part of the job. Install your new bathroom sink drain the right way to avoid leaks and potential cabinet damage down the line.
Faucets make many different types of noises from common water hammer to high-pitched squealing sounds. If your faucet squeals or hisses, it probably isn’t a pressure problem but a loose washer.
Sizing up a new toilet seat is not as easy as it seems. Today, there are many different toilet seat sizes, and several different toilet sizes to pair them with. This handy guide helps you cut through the maze of toilet seat sizing issues and get the right seat for your new or existing toilet.
Learning how to replace a faucet cartridge takes only a few minutes and it is a fail safe way to fix a leak in any faucet made within the last five to ten years. Today’s faucets all use a simple, sealed and water tight ceramic disc cartridge to operate the water, and this is the […]
If you want to install your own shower, whether it is tiled or a shower pan, you will need a cement shower base. The cement shower base provides a stable, solid, and water resistant barrier between the shower and your wood flooring. Many types of cements are available today for your shower base, choosing the […]
The kitchen faucet usually does not have a temperature adjust knob. However, you can set the temperature using the supply lines. While not a pro’s solution, this creative home repair and adjustment finds a way to get the job done. If you have about 10 minutes and access to your water pipes under the sink, […]
A leaking faucet is not just annoying, it leads to many serious problems like mold, wood rot, and water damage. So, why not learn how to fix a leaking faucet for good. It only takes ten minutes and requires no patching or sealing.
Leaking shower faucets are frustrating, but easy to fix if you know how. A simple repair takes only ten minutes and solves leaks in all types of modern shower faucets.
Installing a shower base requires a few special skills, but it is not out of the reach for the average DIY enthusiast, especially if you enjoy building from the ground up.