Every manufacturer of shower faucets has its own idiosyncratic approach to design, but on the whole, shower faucets fall into one of three categories: cartridge, ball valve and compression. If your faucet has a single handle, you'll find either a cartridge or ball valve when you disassemble i...
When it comes to how to clean an acrylic tub or shower, there is a right way and a wrong way. Using the proper cleaning supplies and non-abrasive cloths will keep your tub or shower looking new for a long time. However, if you use caustic cleaners or scratchy materials, you could do...
It takes much less energy to turn on the range once to cook a big pot of something rather than to turn it on multiple times to cook smaller portions. Refrigerator Use Refrigerators consume a relatively large portion of the household energy budget, but there are several simple things you can...
What is the process for fixing a leaky Moen shower faucet? Shut off the water supply to the shower and protect the surface of the tub or shower floor. Cover the drain to prevent accidentally dropping small parts down it. Remove the handle, trim, and sleeve, then use a plumber’s deep ...
Faucet Won’t Turn Off Imagine taking a leisurely shower and just enjoying the hot water after a long day at work. You rinse off and reach out to shut off the water… except it doesn’t shut off at all. How is this possible? You keep turning and turning the shower knob, but the ...
There are many different types of bathtub faucets out there, and within each category, there are many features and specifications you need to be aware of so you make the right choice. This article covers a guide on choosing the best bathroom faucets and
Create a bath of lukewarm water in a clean sink. Pour one tablespoon of laundry detergent or a specialized stain-removal product into the water as the faucet dispenses it. Put the cap into the water and let it soak for up to two hours. You should check periodically to see when stains...
When your replacement Kohler faucet parts arrive, begin the installation process by shutting off the main water line. Remove the handle, trim, plate and adapter (if present) from the shower valve. Then, with a screwdriver remove the screws securing the cartridges to the rest of the valve. To...
I wonder how big the donut hole on the op's brush is 15 years later=) Reactions: Swistak, JCinPA and ScritchTheItch Jan 31, 2023 #602 B bmiller3230 Jim said: The following is a guide and suggestions for the foundation for a great lather. This tutorial was devel...
Before installing the shower stall, you need to make sure it lines up with the drain and faucet. Using the cardboard templates, mark on the unfinished side of the shower pan where the drain is and, with the cardboard template still in place, drill a ¼ inch hole in the center. Use...