August 04, 2010 // Posted by: cooldude // Category:
Bathroom & Tubs
While doing up your bathroom, shower curtains are the one big factor that needs due attention. If, you want to avoid the hassle of wiping the bath water off the floor every time you take a shower, getting yourself shower curtains can be a practical choice.
Now that you have decided to get shower curtains, keeping few things in mind will help you in the process. First, quality is the one factor with which you should never compromise. Even if you need to pay that wee bit extra, don’t hesitate. Once you are satisfied with the quality, shades and patterns shouldn’t be much of a concern for you. Numerous beautiful colours and different textures of shower curtains are abundantly found in the market for you to choose from. But it mostly recommended staying away from whites as they tend to get dirty fast. Just go for the one which complements your bathroom décor and there you have it, a clean and well decorated bathroom.
August 01, 2010 // Posted by: cooldude // Category:
Bathroom & Tubs
Walk in bathtub is a wonderful alternative to the traditional ones, if you have aged or physically handicapped people living with you. If some one faces problems in moving around freely, getting in and out of a regular tub can be quite a pain. Keeping this consideration in mind, these safe as well as comfortable tubs have been manufactured to cater to such needs of yours.
These tubs are much shorter in height than the regular tubs, thus you can get in and out with much ease. It also comes with a door which prevents water from leaking out thus making it more convenient. You don’t need to fret anymore about slipping on the bath floor as the floor comes with an anti-slip coating. Besides providing you with optimum comfort and safe features, these tubs work wonders for patients with joint pain or arthritis.
Various shops dealing in bathroom accessories offer you a variety of walk in bathtubs. You just need to pick the one that goes with your bathroom décor and enjoy its benefits.
July 31, 2010 // Posted by: cooldude // Category:
Bathroom & Tubs
Installing a bathtub shower is not an easy task. The problem is that generally bathrooms do not provide much space for working area and the area is also slippery making it accident prone. Still if you are willing to work on this, nothing should deter you from proceeding with your plan. At least you should be able to keep a check on the workers you might have employed for this work to see if they are doing their work properly.
The easiest method is by changing the spigot of the shower, in this way you can also install hand-showers that are convenient to use. You can also try and attach the shower plumbing instrument behind the wall which is beside the tub. If the tub is not close to the wall, then you need to attach an extension pipe to the shower. It is also as easy as the previous method mentioned. You can select either way according to your own convenience. And make sure to even enjoy this hard labour, it has it will give you unparalleled joy, to have made you own bathroom beautiful.
July 07, 2010 // Posted by: qwcdirect // Category:
Bathroom & Tubs,
Home Care,
Home Improvement
One of the most common household plumbing projects is replacing a water heater. Many potential dangers can result from improper water heater installation. Be sure to check your local codes. Use only the procedures and materials your code allows.
For a gas heater, install the heater’s new draft hood.It’s a good idea to use new vent pipe elbows, since the old ones are probably corroded at their present angles. The vent should go straight up as far as possible.Connect the vent pipe with short sheet metal screws. Now you can make the hot and cold water connections.The water piping is handled depending on whether your house has threaded metal, sweat-soldered copper, or thermoplastic piping, and whether the piping is 3/4″ or 1/2″.For threaded pipe, you should have a union on both the hot and cold water lines. Old unions should be replaced.Allow for the distance the pipe threads into the fittings.
March 05, 2010 // Posted by: Tybren // Category:
Bathroom & Tubs,
Home Improvement
While redoing the bathroom interiors, there are certain things that you might need to replace. Bathtub faucet is one such thing that you may change if you want a brand new faucet in latest design. Undoubtedly, you will want to replace the faucet if water drips or there is some problem with it. Before replacing your old bathtub faucet, it is important for you to note down certain points.
Always check and note the correct size of your bathtub faucet before buying a new one. Often, you may like certain faucets but that might not fit into the existing location. Next, it is always good to know the style that will fit the old space. There are different types of faucets available in different price range. So there is no problem in selecting the right one for your bathtub. While replacing the faucet, make sure the water I turned off. Following these tips will surely help you find the right bathtub faucet replacement.
February 24, 2010 // Posted by: Tybren // Category:
Bathroom & Tubs,
Home Care
Replacing your bathroom drain is not as difficult as it may sound. If required you can do it yourself by simply following these steps mentioned below:
• First, get rid of the old drain by turning off the water.
• Loosen the rubber stopper of the sink with a tool and unscrew the pipe below the drain.
• Now the drain will loosen, and you will have to unscrew the top of it with some tool.
• After removing the drain, you should disinfect the area.
• While installing the new drain, apply plumber putty around the drain whole to avoid leakage.
• Now, detach all the parts from the new drain and mark them serially.
• Finally, set up the components in the right direction and give shape to your new drain.
• Make sure that you have tightened all the screws and then turn on the water to check if there is any leakage that needs to be repaired.
• This will surely help you replace your bathroom drain when required.
January 23, 2010 // Posted by: Tybren // Category:
Bathroom & Tubs
Adding tiles to your bathtubs make your bathroom look more stylish and trendy. Also the tiles make your bathtub more comfortable. Tiled bathtubs are becoming increasingly popular as a bathroom décor. They come in various shapes, sizes, colors and patterns. There are some ways that you need to have an idea on how to add tile to bathtubs.
First things first, try to add the tile which match with the size and color of your bathtub or else it will make your tub look uneven and unattractive. A tub and bath should properly match with each other. The next step is to make layout marks on the tub where the tiles need to be added. Try to make the marks through proper measurement as an uneven format may be difficult to fix. After you made the markings, you need to add glue to the floor to fix it with the tub.
Once the glue is spread, carefully fix the tiles on the bathtub. Do it meticulously or else the tiles may not hold together properly and come out.
September 27, 2009 // Posted by: Tybren // Category:
Bathroom & Tubs,
Home Improvement
If the look in your bathroom is boring and you don’t have the money to conduct a complete renovation, then don’t worry because you still can give your bathroom a new face without spending a hell of a fortune. Here is how;
- Small and easy remodeling can have a significant impact on the original appearance of your bathroom which might as well not cost you much.
- There are easy do-it-yourself tile updates which will definitely have a major impact on the overall appearance.
- Improvise materials to redesign the bathroom and if possible use the most prevalent of them in changing that boring appearance in your bathroom.
- Don’t underestimate the significance of a piece of art in your bathroom, look for one that turns you on and you will be amazed by the results.
- Improve the lighting system without actually adding any new configuration or wiring and the result will be spectacular.
September 23, 2009 // Posted by: Tybren // Category:
Bathroom & Tubs,
Home Improvement
You don’t need to spend a lot of financing trying to update a dated bathroom. All what you need is to know where you money will have the greatest impact. Here are some points to guide you as you balance between limited budget and attractiveness;
- Adding some color and painting in one of the most cost effective and quickest ways to spruce-up you bathroom.
- Giving your vanity a new look will improve tremendously its attractiveness instead of replacing it with a new one which might cost you a fortune.
- Use self-adhesives linoleum tiles to cover the old layer of the original floor covering to enhance its appearance instead of ripping it off and buying a fresh one.
- Considering the lighting significance as a beauty enhancer, save money by just using the original configuration and wiring to connect new fixture.
- Finishing will greatly enhance the appeal of the bathroom therefore make an effort of hanging pictures or pieces of arts.
August 28, 2009 // Posted by: Tybren // Category:
Bathroom & Tubs
Toilet paper holder comes in different sizes and shapes so that it can work well with the space available in the bathroom. Whether you are looking for a standard size holder or a larger size one, you will find the one as per your own requirements and preferences. As far as mounting a toilet paper holder is concerned, it can either be wall-mounted or even those that can stand on the floor.
A toilet paper holder is a very minor item in a bathroom but it is also one of the most important accessories you may need. Just imagine yourself sitting on the toilet seat with toilet paper in your hand but no holder to install it in. Toilet paper holders make your job very easy and fast otherwise doing what you want to do will be very cumbersome and confusing.