When it comes to home improvement, the bathroom might not be the first area you think about. However, a simple bathroom ...

Chauncey grew up on a farm in rural northern California. At 18 he ran away and saw the world with a backpack and a credit card, discovering that the true value of any point or mile is the experience ...

Installing a wax ring correctly is key to a long-lasting toilet seal. Here’s a step-by-step overview: Prepare the Area Turn off the water supply, flush the toilet to drain the tank, and remove the old ...

First you need to know how your toilet works. It consists of two parts: the tank and the bowl. Your house has a supply line that brings water into the tank, where a float stops it from filling past a ...

Toilet installation costs depend on unit type, features, labor cost and complexity. Here are pricing details and ways to save. Some or all of the mortgage lenders featured on our site are advertising ...

Q: Last year I finished college and moved into my first apartment. After reading your column for years, I feel like I have a special Ph.D. (Plumbing & heating Degree!). I know that I’m limited as to ...

Dear Ed: I do all my own home improvements and I am thinking about installing a new skirted-style toilet in place of my old one. Can a skirted toilet replace a standard toilet without changing the ...

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Finishing a basement is one of the most popular home renovation projects for some very good reasons. First and foremost, it’s one of the best ways to spend your money, with a return on investment (ROI ...