Shower Randomly Stops Working: Causes And Fixes

the man in the foam is standing in the bathtub all in the foam and emotionally shakes the shower, there is no water. water failure

If you’re like me, you probably enjoy a nice hot shower at the end of a long day. Unfortunately, there may be times when your shower randomly stops working. This can be frustrating and confusing, especially if you don’t know what’s causing it. Often the shower doesn’t stop out immediately, first its flow decreases, then … Read more

Do Bathroom Fans Remove Smell?

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Bathroom fans do a good job of reducing the humidity in a bathroom after a shower. But bathrooms can also have bad odors from a range of different sources. In this article, I will explain whether bathroom fans remove smells. Overall, bathrooms do remove smell from a bathroom. But only from temporary sources such as … Read more

Why Do Bathroom Stalls Have Gaps?

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Bathrooms in residential properties have a regular door that goes from the ceiling to the floor. Whereas public restrooms have a large space above and below the door. There are many reasons why this is, and in this article, I explain why bathroom stalls have gaps. In general, people can see if a stall is … Read more

Are All Toilet Flanges The Same Size?

Are All Toilet Flanges The Same Size?

Are all toilet flanges the same? Well, it is very important to use the appropriate flange for connecting your toilet to your house’s drain pipes. In addition, it is important that you use a flange that is sturdy so that it won’t break or cause damage to your plumbing. A toilet flange is responsible for … Read more

Aluminum Shower Door Corrosion: How to Solve the Problem

Aluminum Shower Door Corrosion: How to Solve the Problem

Aluminum shower doors are very prone to corrosion.  The corrosion process (oxidation) naturally causes an unsightly thin layer of aluminum oxide to cover the aluminum metal, which provides some protection to the aluminum metal. Corrosion of aluminum shower doors occurs when you expose them to soap scum, hard water, or dirt.  It may also occur … Read more

Can Shower Head And Valve On Different Walls?

In modern bathroom new construction, there is a shower head in front of the tub

It is a common practice that the showerhead and valve are installed on the same wall. But It’s possible that you’re wondering, “can shower heads and valves on different walls?” Yes, as long as the controls are easily accessible from the doorway, a showerhead and valve can be located on different walls. If the valve … Read more

Can You Shower With Sterling Silver?

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We know how pretty sterling silver looks as jewelry. It might be so precious to you that you would wear it everywhere you go. But at the same time, you don’t want to damage your precious silver jewelry. The simple answer is no if you want to keep your sterling silver safe one hundred percent. … Read more

Can You Flush Q-Tips Down The Toilet?

Can You Flush Q Tips Down The Toilet?

You can use Q tips for many different things — like removing nail polish, cleaning your ears, cleaning your keyboard, applying makeup, and many more. But regardless of how much you use them, it seems like cotton swabs are always in one place. That’s your toilet! So the big question is; can you flush Q … Read more

Dead Skin On Toilet Seat: Causes and Solutions

Dead Skin on Toilet Seat

If you have a dirty toilet in your home, you’re giving germs a perfect breeding ground. If you don’t have a culture of regularly cleaning the toilet seat, you should start today! Every time someone uses the toilet, they may leave behind dead skin on the toilet seat. Oil and grease may also float around … Read more

How to Fix Water Level Drops In the Toilet Bowl

Water Level Drops In the Toilet Bowl

It’s frustrating to flush your toilet only to have the water stop halfway up the toilet bowl. But there are many reasons why water level drops in the toilet bowl. Thankfully, many of them are easy to fix. First, check whether your water supply to the toilet is on and that it’s working perfectly. If … Read more

Are Shower Heads Universal?

all kinds of shower heads

Shower heads come in many different shapes and sizes. When replacing a shower head it’s important to know if you need all new plumbing or can replace just the shower head. In this article, I will explain if shower heads are universal. As a general rule, shower heads are universal. But, the valve to adjust … Read more