So, you are about to drift off to sleep when suddenly you notice the sound of the toilet in the background. If your American Standard toilet keeps running, it can drastically increase your water bill. Fortunately, the issue is relatively easy to fix. What makes a toilet run, and how can you fix the issue? …
Working on the plumbing in your bathroom can be daunting, but if you are a master at DIYing, you can get it done with no problem. The layout is the hardest part since you can find such varying information circulating the internet. The best option is to read the installation instructions of the specific sink …
You may not think you need a shut off valve under your bathroom sink, until you really, really do. Rather than waiting for disaster to strike, see if you have one now—before you need it. If your bathroom doesn’t have a shut off valve, you need to put one in as soon as possible! Don’t …
You wake up to a stinky smell in the house, and upon entering the bathroom, you are welcomed by thick black gunk in the sink drain. You have never encountered such a disgusting scene before and are worried about where the gunk might have come from. The black gunk in your bathroom sink indicates a …
A toilet drip sound is usually not noticed until night because that is when the ambient noise of the house stops. But what could be causing it? And how do I fix it? Those are the questions we’ll be answering next. Toilet Drip Sound The toilet drip sound could be caused by an old flapper, …
Here’s a little riddle for you: Twist twist, nothing. What is it? A shower with no water, of course. Having a faulty shower is a frustrating experience. But don’t despair just yet. There are a few possible reasons why your shower won’t turn on and some simple solutions that might help. Determine the Issue If …
We’ve all had those moments. You look down into the toilet bowl, and the bottom is covered with grey sediment. You immediately want to close the bathroom and never allow anyone to use it again. The best way to get rid of grey sediment is to figure out what caused it and address that issue. …
It is estimated that an average person spends about two years of their life in the bathroom; hence, having a clean and fresh-smelling space is critical. Unfortunately, some bathrooms develop foul odors regardless of the number of times they get cleaned. Finding out why a bathroom smells like poop can be challenging because there are …
Planning on remodeling or trying to decorate your new home? Medium-density fiberboards (MDF) make great floorboards and paneling material. But you might have some concerns. Can you use MDF in bathrooms? And if so, how? What happens if your MDF floorboard gets wet? You’ll be happy to know you can install MDF in bathrooms as …
Do you find your toilet hard to flush? It could be because one or more components are loose, faulty, or broken. The hitches reduce your toilet’s normal operations, so you must flush severally or use unnecessary effort to achieve the expected results. Fortunately, every problem your toilet faces has a viable solution. Why Is Your …