Replacing a leaking shower head led one reader to more problems. The shower head fell and broke a ceramic soap dish. Now he needs to know how to replace a broken soap dish. Matching the existing ceramic tile and not damaging the surrounding tile could be quite a job.
Replacing a shower head, or if you have to fix a leaking shower head, is not a difficult job if you use the right tools. Shower heads can be a source of water leaks if the proper pipe sealant is not used.
Tim Carter demonstrates why the size of your overmount stainless steel sink determines whether you should install your sink before or after the countertop is in place. Sinks come in various sizes. Check your kitchen sink before you install the countertop.
Tim Carter shares some of his faucet installation wisdom to make installing a sink faucet much easier. This tip will save you time on your next sink faucet project.
Using a ceramic tile cutter allows you to make precise cuts on your ceramic tiles. Cutting ceramic tile is done using a carbide or tungsten-steel wheel. Cutting tile is easy when you use a good tile cutter.
Tim Carter demonstrates how to drill holes for pvc pipe fittings so that you don't waste valuable time enlarging a mis-drilled hole.
Tim Carter shares a quick lesson to help you out of a tough spot when working with plumbing vent pipe.
Ceramic tile installation can be difficult when trying to match existing ceramic floor tiles. Discover how to install ceramic tiles if you removed a wall or cabinet and need to fill-in an opening in your ceramic tile floor.
Nothing like a steam room for those aching muscles. Having a home steam room is a great way to enjoy the benefits of a steam room without heading for the gym. If you are not sure how to build a steam room, consider a prefabricated steam room.
DIY plumbing can be a fun project, if you have the proper plumbing tools. Pipe cutters, propane torch and a hand-held flaring tool are just some of the tools needed for working with plumbing fittings and plumbing fixtures. Get the right do it yourself tools for your plumbing projects.
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