Mirror, Mirror on the Wall How Easy Are You To Install?
Installing a mirror in your bathroom is an easy project that pretty much anyone can do and it can make a huge impact on the look and feel of your bathroom.
By installing the appropriate mirror, you can make a small bathroom look big or a big bathroom seem cozy. It all depends on what look you are trying to accomplish. You can install a mirror that is already in some type of frame which means installing it is as easy as hanging a picture.
Posted: August 16th, 2008 | Read more
Add Extra Storage With a Medicine Cabinet
A lot of bathrooms are small and don’t have a lot of room for keeping your personal necessities plus have room to store towels and washcloths in a convenient place. You can get some additional space to store some of the things that you use on a regular basis by installing a medicine cabinet above the sink that can be opened to store things inside.
Installing medicine cabinets are quite easy to do and should only take a couple of hours. It is extremely helpful if you have someone that can help you hold it up against the wall where it is going to be installed.
You will need to mark off where to drill the holes so that it lines up and is straight on the wall. With one person to hold it and another to mark it, the hard part is done. All that is left is drilling the holes and attaching it to the wall.
Posted: August 15th, 2008 | Read more
Impress Your Family By Installing a Bathtub Like a Pro
Installing a bathtub may seem like a daunting task but it is actually quite easy if you are lucky enough to have a couple of friends that can help you lift and carry it and you have plenty of room in and out of your bathroom to take the old bathtub out and bring the new one in. Sometimes, the only way to do this is to rip out a wall.
In most cases, all that is required to remove the old bathtub is to disconnect the plumbing, break the caulk seal and pull it out.
If you have tile above the bathtub, it is wise to remove at least one layer of the tiles to prevent them from being broken while you are removing the old bathtub.
It is easier to just remove them and put them back when you are done, than to fix cracked, broken tiles.
Once the old bathtub is out of the way, all you have to do is slide the new one in and connect the plumbing. Make sure it isn’t leaking anywhere and caulk it.
Posted: August 14th, 2008 | Read more
Does Your Sink Need a Facelift? Try a New Faucet
When you are changing a sink faucet it is necessary to make sure you buy the proper one so that it will fit on the existing sink.
It can be tricky to replace the faucet on a sink that had already been installed since the only access to the plumbing will be from underneath the sink. Installing the sink faucet on a new sink is quite easy since you can move it around and turn it over to work with.
When replacing an old faucet, make sure to turn of the water supply before you begin and have a bucket handy to drain the supply tubes into when you unhook them. Make sure you read the manufacturer’s instructions on the faucet that you have purchased to see if there is any assembly that needs to be completed before it is ready to be installed.
Always make sure you are installing the new faucet onto a clean, dry surface.
Posted: August 13th, 2008 | Read more
What’s Cool About Low-Flow Toilets
Many may have heard of a low flow toilet to save water, but there are many people that have no idea what that even means. Unfortunately for the earth, that means it isn’t likely that they will install one in their homes.
A low flow toilet can not use more than 1.6 gallons of water per flush. If you are thinking about purchasing a low flow toilet for your home, make sure that you research carefully the models that are available because like most things, some models are made better than others.
Some manufacturer’s will adjust the water flow to comply with regulations but not change the design of the toilet which is rather ineffective and cause the toilet to not perform well. There are various publications that put out lists comparing the different models that are available.
Posted: August 12th, 2008 | Read more
How to Install a Toilet Like a Pro
Installing a toilet is not as difficult as some may think. Basically, they are sold with everything you need to install it and as long as the plumbing is already in place, as it should be if you are replacing one. Anyone with a small amount of know how can do it.
The three basic things you have to do to install a toilet are install the wax ring onto the toilet, put the bowl in place and attach the tank. Additionally, you will have to install a seat which is usually sold separately.
If you have never installed a toilet before, it is probably a good idea to set all the pieces in place once to make sure you have everything that you need and to see how it will fit together.
Make sure that you inspect the floor and wall for any existing damage if you are replacing an old one. Any damage will need to be fixed before installing a new toilet.
Posted: August 11th, 2008 | Read more
Before You Begin Installing Tile Flooring
Installing a tile floor is a pretty safe project for a seasoned do-it-yourselfer.
The first thing you need to do when installing a tile floor in a bathroom, is to turn off the water and remove the toilet before you begin. Remove any molding or baseboards and then it will be easy to remove whatever floor covering is on the floor now.
The most important thing to do before you start laying that new tile, is making sure that the surface you are putting the new tile on is scraped completely clean of any adhesive that may still be on there and that it is dry.
If you are making a design with the tile, you can make cardboard templates of the tile and lay it out first to make sure the design will work and will look the way you want it to.
You will need a tile cutter to cut the last few pieces of tile to cover the entire floor and to cut around the toilet opening if it is a bathroom.
Once the tile is finished, complete the floor by filling in the spaces with grout and you are done.
Posted: August 10th, 2008 | Read more
Before You Start Installing Shower Tile
When installing shower tile make sure that the materials used in the shower pan and as backing is the proper materials for a wet area. Be sure that the shower pan has been installed properly so it does not leak before you start to tile.
If you do this and try to make sure that the drain is as close to the center of the shower floor as possible, there will be much less chance of a leak ruining your tile job.
Make sure that you follow the tile manufacturer’s specific instructions and use the recommended adhesive for the tiles you have chosen.
It is very important to use the right tools for the job and make sure that the tiles are level and that the adhesive has had enough time to cure before adding the grout and finishing the job
Posted: August 9th, 2008 | Read more
What You Need To Know About Installing a Bathroom Cabinet
When replacing a bathroom cabinet, the most important thing you can do is to plan ahead. You do not want to repeat the job just because the vanity that you choose doesn’t look right in the bathroom or because it doesn’t suit your needs.
It is easy to go out and just buy the first one that you like but if it doesn’t have enough storage space for your needs or is not made well, you will not be happy with the outcome and you will be doing it over in the future.
Make sure that you completely turn off the water supply before you begin taking out the old cabinet and that once you have the old cabinets removed, you repair any existing damage there might be from past leaks or rotting wood. You will have to cut holes in the back of the vanity for any water and drain lines. You can reduce the size of the holes that you need to cut by removing any handles until you have the holes drilled and the cabinet in place, then once you are done and it is in place, put the handles back on.
Posted: August 8th, 2008 | Read more
How To Install A Pedestal Sink
A pedestal sink can be the perfect addition to any bathroom. They are especially suited to a bathroom that is small to begin with and you don’t need the additional counter and cabinet space. While a pedestal sink will add an old time elegance to your bathroom, it is not the easiest sink to install. A pedestal sink comes in two separate pieces to install and the drain and supply pipes must be installed at the correct height.
Measuring is critical with a pedestal sink along with neatness and care. The pipe work has to be very neat and you must be very careful to not tighten any of the fasteners too far or you will crack the china. You may need to add blocking between the wall studs for stability as the weight of the sink will not be held if you merely attach it to plaster or drywall.
Posted: August 2nd, 2008 | Read more
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