Bathrooms

Marking and cutting holes in tile is fundamental to complete many tiling projects, particularly in bathrooms where pipes and spouts must pass through tile walls. The ideal tool for cutting holes...

A septic system consists of two major components, a septic tank and field lines. When properly maintained and installed, a septic system can provide years of trouble-free service. Area codes will...

If you live outside of an urban area you will probably not have access to a sewer system. In these areas a septic system is the most common solution. These systems are very simple in design and...

The final step to installing a roof exhausted bathroom fan is the installation of the roof vent. Purchase a roof vent with flashing connecting to the vent. The important part of installing a roof...

You have the bathroom vanity in place and the sink is installed. The next step is to install the drain. This actually requires a couple of different installation kits and the use of some basic...

Updating your bathroom to remove a toilet and replace it with a shower is a challenging project. Since your toilet already comes with a waste outlet and a water inlet, some of the plumbing work is...

The exact measurements required to rough in (set the plumbing for) a new toilet depend on the specific toilet. Rough in techniques vary as well. Some toilets drain out of the bottom of the toilet;...

Vessel sinks add beauty and class to your home. They come in a variety of styles and are available in many options such as marble, stone, wood or glass. These sinks can either be installed above...

Before a flushometer can be installed, the water supply pipe must be prepared. If the pipe does not have a male thread for the flushometer's components to attach to, the pipe must be shortened...

To begin with, the grinder pump has water sitting in it. As people inside the house use toilets, sinks and showers, the fluid inside the pump builds up. When it reaches a certain level, the...

By changing the drain, spout and shower head, you can inexpensively turn a dreary-looking bathtub into one that looks new again. You can save even more money by doing this project yourself.

Bathroom vent fans are only as efficient as the ductwork that is attached to them. Like all the other aspects of building a home, ductwork has to be installed properly. Bathroom fans help clear...

When tiling Kitchen, Bathroom or hallway floors you can get a better finish and longer lasting seal by using an under layment first. The under layment serves to create a level surface and gritty...

While doing plumbing and plumbing repair, any misstep can lead to a leak in the future. Especially in the case of copper pipe plumbing, attention to detail is necessary for a proper connection. ...

Although many folks start with the design of the bathroom, an essential element in a bath remodel or new construction is the plumbing. Existing plumbing in a remodel may or may not allow the...

Copper is a highly popular tubing for use in most building structures. Primarily builders use copper for plumbing, heating and cooling. It is highly resilient and must be manufactured to meet...

If you do any type of plumbing, it is vital that you know how to glue PVC pipe. Improper gluing techniques will almost always result in pipe leaks, which can end up being difficult and expensive...

There is nothing quite like a hot shower after a long day's work or at the start of a busy day. When it is time to install a shower head, you'll need to know the proper procedure. Add the right...

How to open up a wall to gain access to plumbing fixtures, then removing the old and installing the new fixtures.

Replace a bathtub spout when the finish is chipped or corroded, or if water stops properly flowing through the faucet or diverter. Diverters wear out from erosion over time. Minerals in tap water...

Plumbing is one part of maintenance that not many homeowners like to tackle. However, installing the plumbing for a new toilet does not have to be difficult. As with most projects, the right...

Plumbing is always a challenge, especially if you are required to crawl under the house to do it. Installing toilet drainpipes correctly is crucial to the overall efficiency of bathroom plumbing....

If you've ever used a steam room you know how great they are. Relaxation, sore muscle relief, lose weight, detox your body...and on and on. It's not that hard to convert your shower or bath to a...

Remodel your bathroom with a new exciting walk in shower stall in place of the same old bathtub. This article will give the steps necessary to do this remodel with moderate difficulty.

If you're ready to remodel your bathroom, you may be planning to change the fixtures in the tub. A new faucet, shower head and tub spout can renew the look of a tub with minimal investment of time...

If you ever have a problem with your toilet and water is draining onto your floor, having a toilet shut-off valve will keep you from having a major house repair. The shut-off valve allows you to...

The shower should be your salvation. When you're first waking up in the morning, there is nothing better than a powerful, massaging shower to invigorate you. However, if your shower has low water...

Personal preferences abound when it comes to the shower. Some like the shower head to pulse; others like a really hard spray to massage the neck muscles. Having a dual shower head will eliminate...

An impeller pump has an intake through which water or liquid can flow. This is usually a short pipe that is round and sticks out from the side or top of the machine. At the end of the this pipe is...

A pipe wrench is a special type of adjustable wrench designed to grip and turn rounded metal objects such as pipes and rods. A pipe wrench consists of a heavy metal handle with a toothed lower...

Once the handle is pressed on a standard tank toilet, gravity is the factor that exchanges water in the bowl with water from the tank. Tankless toilets, on the other hand, use a different type of...

These are simple instructions that should flawlessly walk you through the installation of a standard bathtub/shower system.. I'm going to try and keep this one simple, Good Luck!

When you are performing any plumbing work, it's a good idea to turn off the main water supply and drain as much water as you can. Find the main water valve for your home, usually a simple lever...

It's so much easier to attach your faucets to your sink before you install it. The least amount of work you have to do shoved into a cabinet, the better. Some faucet assemblies have a gasket that...

Purchase a new shower drain PVC pipe connector the same diameter size as the PVC pipe running to the shower. Purchase a new PVC pipe straight connector, elbow and a 6-inch piece of PVC pipe all...

Measure the distance from the main sewer input line in your basement to the location of your shower. Buy that length of PVC pipe and the proper elbows and connectors to reach the shower.

Installing an old-fashioned claw foot tub in your bathroom adds a touch of timelessness, elegance, and luxury to your home. They are deeper and more comfortable than the resin tubs that most...

Your bathroom vanity needs to be replaced, or you simply don't have one, there are many options that will fill your needs.You can go to the store and buy one that someone else made, or you can get...

When you change the faucet on your shower and keep the same style, it's a job. But it's not nearly as difficult as switching from a two-valve faucet to a single-valve faucet. If you don't have an...

The flexible shower head adapter attaches to a special spout that has a diverter and a place to attach the shower hose. It's a simple method to add a shower when you only have a tub spout. Just...

When you decide to install a single arm shower faucet, you have additional work that you may need to complete. If you're replacing a double handle faucet, you'll have holes that remain open....

Replacing a tub spout is one of the easiest bathroom repairs you can do. There are two major types of spouts--slip-on and screw-on. You can identify which type you have by looking underneath the...

You're remodeling the bathroom and trying to take out the fixtures, but the pedestal sink has you scratching your head. Just how do you remove that pedestal? Designed for style as well as saving...

You're remodeling your bathroom and are finally ready to replace the old chipped vanity. Now you face the question of the hour: How do you remove that scary-looking stuff that's known as bathroom...

You've bought all the material to remodel your bathroom and you are ready to tear out the old fixtures. You've decided to keep the vanity, but now you're left scratching your head in puzzlement....

You're remodeling the bathroom and are ready to attack the sink and plumbing. Although it rates close to the toilet when it comes to dreaded replacement chores, it's not too tough to replace the...

One of the most challenging roles that a do-it-yourself homeowner can play is that of a plumber. However, with proper tools and a little research, replacing the sink drain pipe of the vanity can...

Simple, it's all in the drain. So, don't throw your money down it... Do it yourself! Follow these simple directions and you'll see. Although caulk is used around the sink's bottom edge, this...

You saw the Vessel sink you wanted, but now you're not sure what you want it on. This is what we did, but you can use an antique piece of furniture (after you use a water resistant stain- or an...

Basement additions are great spaces for entertainment, storage or play rooms. With all the extra benefits of such a space, one downside is that basement bathrooms require a special type of...