Home Improvement Tips & Ideas
Get tips and ideas to make sinks & faucets functional and stylish with ideas for trendy, durable materials and water-saving taps
Less Water, Better Cleaning Water is a precious resource, something learned the hard way when your typical household water use leads to a hefty utility bill. But strategic improvements can instantly trim costs and provide the performance you’re used to on a lot less water. Start by getting some WaterSense—that is, choosing and using fixtures …
First-to-Market MeasureFill Technology Simplifies Cooking and Baking with no Measuring Cup Required The new Beale MeasureFill pull-down kitchen faucet from American Standard, part of the LIXIL Corporation, is the first on the market to deliver an adjustable set volume of water on demand. This contemporary styled, high-arch faucet streamlines cooking and baking tasks, while helping to …
When it comes to kitchen cleanup, there’s nothing like a garbage disposal. If your trash disposal needs to be replaced, save yourself money by installing it yourself in just six simple steps. Here’s what you’ll need for this quick project: TOOLS & MATERIALS Phillips Head Screwdriver Flat Head Screwdriver Sink Drain Wrench Plumber’s Putty Wire …
How to Replace a Kitchen Sink If your kitchen sink has seen better days, you don’t have to call a pro to replace a kitchen sink. With a little planning and some basic tools and supplies, you can do it yourself in just a couple hours. In this intermediate-level project, we’ll walk you through how …
A leaky faucet isn’t just frustrating, it can lead to costly water damage. If you have a two-handled ceramic disk faucet, the disk inside can often be the cause of the leak. Replacing this single part can save you from unnecessarily replacing your entire faucet. Repairing a ceramic disk faucet is surprisingly easy, inexpensive and …
How to Repair a Two Handle Ceramic Disc Faucet | VideoWatch Now
My kitchen countertop is tile, and my old cast-iron sink has begun to rust. Can the sink be replaced without removing the tile around it? Or is there some product that I can use to sand down the sink and recoat it?
Replace or Refinish a Rusty Cast Iron Sink – and How?Read More
If your sink is leaking or clogged, you may need to replace your drain trap. A drain trap, also known as a P-trap, is a curved piece of pipe under your sink that can leak, become corroded or clogged after years of use. Replacing a drain trap is a simple two-step project; great for DIYers …
Is refinishing bath fixtures a viable option for my bathroom remodel? The worn fixtures in my master bath are in need of an update, but I don’t quite have the budget to replace everything at once.
Refinishing Bath Fixtures: Consider Costs Involved for Refinishing Versus ReplacementRead More
Common in kitchens, laundry rooms, and bathrooms, two-handle cartridge faucets are easy to repair. If yours is leaking, you can fix it on your own with a few basic supplies. To make your repair, here’s what you’ll need. TOOLS Allen wrenches Tongue and groove pliers MATERIALS Replacement cartridges Note that the most reliable way to …
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Replacing your bathroom faucet is an inexpensive way to refresh the look and feel of your bathroom. Installing one is a quick project, perfect for DIYers of all skill levels. You’ll need thirty minutes to an hour and some basic supplies for this project: TOOLS & MATERIALS Adjustable Wrench Heavy Duty Sponge Bucket Plumber’s Putty …
Remodeling bathroom is a complicated and time-sensitive project that needs to be done quickly, efficiently and correctly. Kohler experts offer tips on how to get the job done right, as well as ideas for easy makeovers that wont break the bank.
A thoughtfully chosen bathroom sink with the proper installation can elevate the look of your bathroom while allowing you to groom with ease. These tips and pointers will help you select a bathroom sink that works with your space and needs.
You might not give much thought to your kitchen sink, but it’s one of the most hardworking features of any kitchen. If you choose a kitchen sink made of a durable material, with a bowl deep enough to accommodate even your biggest cookware, you can look forward to easier meal preparation and cleanup for a long time to come.
If you are undertaking a kitchen remodeling project, giving careful thought to what you want from your new kitchen sink would be wise. Among the factors you will want to consider are budget, sink material, installation type, faucet features, and disposers.
Shopping for a New Kitchen Sink? The Right Materials and Features MatterRead More
Barely any water comes out of our upstairs faucet. We have well water and an artesian well from overflow. I'm guessing there is sand in the tank. Is there a way to have that cleaned out? Or what else could be wrong, and how can I fix it?
Give yourself the gift of a faucet that makes preparing big holiday meals more convenient and less stressful with hands-free water flow, while also making it easy to save water and reduce the spread of germs. The Moen Brantford pulldown kitchen faucet with MotionSense provides all that, and traditional style to complement a variety of décors.
Moen Brantford Kitchen Faucet with Motionsense is the Perfect Holiday HelperRead More
I have a Kohler gray porcelan sink in my bathroom and the bottom is now dull and staining. What can I use to reseal it without using sink paint?
Bottom of My Porcelain Sink is Dull: Can I Spot-Fix That Section?Read More
Tom Kraeutler from The Money Pit demos Moen’s Brantford kitchen faucet. The Moen Brantford Pulldown Kitchen Faucet provides hands-free convenience, with MotionSense technology that detects movement in two sensing zones. Learn about Moen Brantford features for convenience and water savings.
Moen Brantford Pulldown Kitchen Faucet Offers Hands-Free Convenience | VideoWatch Now
The Moen Brantford pulldown kitchen faucet provides hands-free convenience, with MotionSense technology that detects movement in two sensing zones. Learn about Moen Brantford features for convenience and water savings.
Moen Brantford Pulldown Kitchen Faucet Offers Hands-free ConvenienceRead More
Our home was built in 1995. We replaced the original faucets and countertop a year ago. Now we get a sewer smell from one of the sinks any time we turn the water on. It does not do it every time. We have tried cleaning the pipe via rooter. The city water department says the …
Tom Kraeutler from The Money Pit demos MotionSense from Moen, which simplifies everyday tasks with a hands-free kitchen faucet experience that responds to users’ simple hand movements to activate water flow. MotionSense allows you to wash hands, clean dishes and prepare meals with greater convenience and water savings, and reduce the risk of cross-contamination and spread of germs.
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MotionSense from Moen simplifies everyday tasks with a hands-free kitchen faucet experience that responds to users’ simple hand movements to activate water flow. MotionSense allows you to wash hands, clean dishes and prepare meals with greater convenience and water savings, and reduce the risk of cross-contamination and spread of germs.
Moen Motionsense Kitchen Faucet Simplifies Everyday TasksRead More
Tom Kraeutler from The Money Pit demos Delta’s Mandara collection, which offers WaterSense-labeled faucets and tub/shower trim, complemented by coordinating accessories in a durable Brilliance stainless finish.
Delta’s Mandara Collection Brings Style & Water Savings to BathWatch Now
My bathroom sink clogs occasionally. A liquid drain cleaner seems to do the job. But, I’m concerned I’m damaging my pipes, not to mention the environment. Should I have it snaked or is a drain cleaner OK once in a while?
