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Ceramic Tile
Floor Grout Repair
Grout failure can happen for a many of reasons. When doing floor grout repair, it is important to remove all the failed grout. Cleaning grout is necessary to ensure a good grout color match. read more... -
Ceramic Tile
Ceramic Tile Shower
Repairing ceramic tile after the gypsum board failed in your shower can be a do-it-yourself project. Ceramic tile showers require a water-proof backing to prevent drywall and stud damage. Follow these tips when installing ceramic tile in your shower. read more... -
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Shower Soap Dish
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. read more... -
Plumbing Supplies
Shower Head
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. read more... -
Ceramic Tile
Ceramic Tile Cutter
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.
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How To Paint Ceramic Tile
Can you paint old ceramic tile? Yes. Discover how to paint ceramic tile to transform the look and feel of a room. Follow these steps when you paint ceramic tile to ensure a lasting finish. The correct paint and a coating of clear urethane are required for your ceramic tiles.
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Plumbing Design
Rough-In Plumbing Diagram
A rough-in plumbing diagram is a sketch for all the plumbing pipes, pipe fittings, drains and vent piping. This plumbing diagram might be required for a building permit. This isometric diagram will help determine if all your plumbing meets code.
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Ceramic Floor Tile
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. read more... -
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Steam Room
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. read more... -
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Tankless Water Heater
When it is time to replace your water heater, would a tankless water heater be the best alternative? Tankless water heaters cost more then standard hot water heaters. Be sure to consider the payback period on the tankless water heaters. read more... -
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Plumbing Tools
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. read more... -
Ceramic Tile
Grouting Tile
Grouting tile can take a toll on your knees and back without proper protection. Discover how to grout tile that will last. Ceramic tile grout is available in several forms. Tile grouting requires the proper type and the proper mixture. Follow these tips and with a little grouting practice, you will get great results on your ceramic tile flooring or ceramic wall tile. read more... -
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Ceramic Tile Patterns
Ceramic tile has come a long way. A few years back, ceramic tile patterns were the standard square tiles. Now, there are a variety of ceramic wall tile and ceramic floor tile styles available. Installing ceramic tile that looks like bricks or a puzzle is possible! Can't find the pattern you want? You can cut ceramic tile into the shape you want. read more... -
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Drilling Ceramic Tile
Drilling ceramic tile requires a special drill bit and a steady hand. A carbide drill bit or a diamond drill bit are best for drilling holes in ceramic tile. The proper drill speed will prevent a disaster. read more... -
Plumbing Supplies
You Tub
You Tub is not a bathroom fixture. It is possible some people might think it is a new bathtub, but such is not the case. It is undoubtedly a misspelling of the popular website YouTube. I have many home improvement videos on You Tube, so I thought I would clarify this on my website. read more...
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Plumbing Supplies
Tub Faucets
Roman tub faucets are just one type of tub faucets. Most people have a bath tub faucet that sticks out of a wall. These fixtures must be high-quality, because they are difficult to replace. Tub and shower faucets are really made the same way as a standard tub faucet, so don't be confused when you see one. Traditional two-handled faucets with a knob for both hot and cold water are still made. read more... -
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Pot Filler Faucet
A pot filler faucet is a wonderful addition to your kitchen cooktop. My wife loves her new pot filler, since it saves half the work of carrying water around the kitchen. Pot filler faucets come in many different sizes and finishes, but there are very important steps to take when installing a pot filler faucet. The trouble is, there is no standard height to install a pot filler. read more... -
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Undermount Kitchen Sinks
Undermount kitchen sinks are sleek and gorgeous. Kitchen sinks that undermount below the countertop are perfect for granite, marble, solid surface or engineered stone countertops. A granite undermount kitchen sink is what I have in my own home. read more... -
Ceramic Tile
Installing Cement Backer Board
Backer board is a term used to describe a drywall-like product that goes behind ceramic tile. Cement backer board was developed first to replace the cement mud and metal lath systems installed by real craftsmen. Tile backer board now comes in all different types from cement to specialized gypsum-core products that are faced with fiberglass. Installing cement backer board is easy if you have the right tools. read more... -
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Copper Tubing
Copper pipe and copper tubing are phrases used by most people to describe the water pipes in their homes. Copper pipe fittings allow you to make turns and install the pipe around corners. People are often afraid of leaks and wonder how to sweat copper pipe. It is not that hard if you follow a few easy steps. New copper piping can last for generations if the water is not aggressive and the plumber wipes off all excess flux after soldering the copper fittings. read more...
