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Bathrooms

From tiny remodels to spa-like custom-builds, find your inspiration for your next bathroom project here.

Bath Math: Get Bathroom Layout Ideas

With approximately one hundred square feet each, here are four bath renovations that made the most of the space.

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How to Clean a Clogged Shower Cartridge

问这个旧房子plumbing and heating expert Richard Trethewey travels to New York City to teach a homeowner how to clean her shower cartridge when it gets clogged.

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How to Build a Bathroom Organizer

Build a free-standing bathroom organizer complete with tilt-out hamper with This Old House DIY Expert & House One editor, Jenn Largesse.

How to Build a Three-Tiered Bath Stand

Combat vanity clutter with an easy DIY etagere.

31 New Kitchen and Bath Products: 2020

Shower some love on your home’s most-frequented spaces with these finds from the annual kitchen and bath industry show. We’ve gathered genius gear guaranteed to improve day-to-day life, whether you fancy a hardworking faucet or crave a cool new fridge.

Read This Before You Redo Your Shower

It’s where we start—and often end—the day. The shower has come a long way since it was hemmed in by tub walls and draped in a clammy curtain. Here’s how to turn the site of your daily drenching into a destination where style and function happily meet

The 5 Best Grout Cleaners

We’ve reviewed five of the best grout cleaners to help you remove dirt, grime, mold, and mildew from your grout and restore it to its original color.

How to Improve Bathroom Ventilation Problems

What happens when a building’s design makes it difficult or impossible to vent a bath fan to the exterior? Read this guide for tips on how to improve ventilation issues in your bathroom, especially if your home’s design makes it difficult to install proper ventilation.

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How to Replace Pedestal Sink Parts

问这个旧房子plumbing and heating expert Richard Trethewey helps a homeowner replace all the plumbing components in his pedestal sink.

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How to Choose a Bathroom Exhaust Fan

Ask This Old House master electrician Heath Eastman discusses new technology for bathroom vent fans.

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如何清洁瓷砖灌浆和自制的清洁吗HomeHome

Ask This Old House general contractor Tom Silva offers cleaning tips on how to get rid of dirty tile grout using only household supplies.

How to Troubleshoot a Running Toilet

This Old House Plumbing and Heating Expert, Richard Trethewey explains the cause and solution of a dripping toilet

Removing Silicone Caulk

Tom Silva explains his tried and true method

Choose the Right Type of Paint for Your Bathroom

Bathrooms are constantly exposed to water and humidity, so selecting a moisture-resistant paint is crucial.

Best Flooring Options for Bathrooms

Need to know what the best type of flooring is for a bathroom? Consider ceramic, vinyl, cork and concrete, to name a few.

How to Install Glass Block in the Bathroom

Read this step-by-step guide on installing glass block in your bathroom.

How to Get Rid of and Prevent Bathroom Mold

Learn how to remove and prevent mold from growing in your bathroom in the future.

How to Choose a Bathroom Sink

Looking to swap out your old bathroom sink for a new one? Here are some things to consider before making your choice.

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How to Upgrade to a Pressure Balanced Shower Valve

Richard Trethewey travels to Salt Lake City to replace a shower valve he has never seen before in his career with a conventional pressure balanced one.

How to Install a Bidet in Your Bathroom

本月alling a bidet takes just a little bit of work and adds something extra to a master bath. Read on for tips on how to install one in your bathroom.

All About Bathrooms

Whether you’re adding a powder room or creating a serene master retreat, remodeling a bathroom is no small job.

Jetted Tub Installation Guide

Get the job done with the right framing, plumbing, electrical, and finish details.

25 Bathroom Decorating Ideas on a Budget

Smart and thrifty updates help give your bathroom a fresh look.

Small Bathroom Remodel Ideas for a More Spacious Feel

Read these 15 tips to help you create a more spacious feel in your bathroom.

40 Years of Kitchen and Bath Remodel Trends

Forty years feels like half a lifetime ago—and it is. A look back at some of the kitchens and baths TOH has built confirms how times (and tastes) have changed...or have they?

Bath Before and After | Sophisticated Sanctuary

A remodeled master bath takes inspiration from classic luxury-hotel style

Time to Upgrade Your Toilet?

If you’re still double-flushing or dealing with frequent clogs, your low-flow fixture might be due for replacement. Here’s why

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Home Inspection Nightmares | Crooked Chimney

Ask This Old House host Kevin O’Connor, general contractor Tom Silva, plumbing and heating expert Richard Trethewey, mason Mark McCullough, and carpenter Nathan Gilbert share more home inspection nightmares

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How to Caulk Around a Bathtub

Ask This Old House general contractor Tom Silva demonstrates the correct materials and techniques required for re-caulking a bathtub

Bath Makeover for $189

To show just how far a little time and money can go, a homeowner gives her master bath its first new look in more than 20 years

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New Solutions to Unclog Sinks

问这个旧房子plumbing and heating expert Richard Trethewey discusses some innovations that can make clearing a clogged sink easier

Bathroom Before and After: Kid-Friendly Remodel

Swapping adjacent bath and laundry locations allows for a smarter layout and fresh finishes