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How to Create a Home Spa Bathroom

See the ways you can easily transform your bathroom into a spa oasis, from replacing shower fixtures to upgrading lighting and vanities.

How to Fix a Toilet Handle

If jiggling the handle doesn't solve the problem, one of these simple fixes probably will.



9 Super-Simple Toilet Tune-Ups

Check out these 9 amazingly-simple ways to optimize your flush


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10-Minute House Repair and Home Maintenance Tips

Simple fixes to household headaches that take 10 minutes or less — these home repairs are quick and easy.

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The Toilet Plunger Has FINALLY Been Redesigned

The ToiletShroom will completely revolutionize the way you handle bathroom clogs. Check out why people love its innovative...


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Here’s Why Old Houses Have a Random Toilet in the Basement

Standalone toilets in the basement are an outdated concept. Why were they necessary in the first place?


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5 Toilet Paper Alternatives That Will Definitely Clog Your Pipes

Running out of toilet paper? Make sure you don't make matters worse by flushing something that could clog pipes or...


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PEX Supply Pipe: Everything You Need to Know

PEX piping is the biggest revolution since the flush toilet. Learn what it is and everything in between with this...


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8 Best Bidet Toilet Seats for 2022

Bidets and bidet toilet seats are becoming more and more popular in the United States. If you're in the market,...

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2022 Vision on Smart Toilets

Discover what a smart toilet can do for your health and lifestyle.


5 Easy DIY Ways to Trick Out Your Toilet

Functionality and fun for your home’s most important feature.


Stop Plumbing Leaks With Ball-Type Shutoff Valves

Choose ball-type valves when replacing toilet or sink shutoff valves


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This is What Happens When You Flush a Goldfish Down the Toilet (Hint: Don’t Do It)

Here's what happens when you flush a goldfish down the toilet.


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Fixing a Water-Shutoff Valve Leak

Solution to a leak around the water valve shut-off handle


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This Toilet Saves Japan Millions of Gallons of Water Each Year

Find out what's so special about a toilet that's saving millions of gallons of water.


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The Best Toilet Paper for Your Plumbing

We tested toilet paper breakdown and this is what happened.


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What Is a Bidet and Why Do You Need One?

Experts say bidets are not only more hygienic than toilet paper, but can be easier on your plumbing.


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Should You Caulk Your Toilet to The Floor?

You may not agree, but trust us, you're going to want to.


The Toilet Seat: A Brief History

Toilet seats have come a long way.


The Evolution of the Toilet Seat

The toilet seat hasn't always been so simple...


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How a Toilet Works

Learn the basics so you can fix it yourself—and save!

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Here’s Why You Should Install a Dual-Flush Toilet

A dual-flush toilet will do you — and your water bill — a huge favor.


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Is Expensive Toilet Paper Actually Bad for Your Toilet?

There are a lot of ways that a toilet can get backed up. But what if it's actually your expensive...


Here’s How To Make Sure Your Toilet Doesn’t Explode

Yes, it CAN happen in extremely cold conditions!


10 Silent Signs Your House has a Major Plumbing Problem

We've all been there: late at night, laying in bed and drifting off to sleep when suddenly the drip-drip of...


Making This Mistake With a Clogged Toilet Can Make Things Worse

Tackle the problem of a clogged toilet head-on with this secret cleaner.


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14 Toilet Problems You Should Never Ignore

If you spot these troubles with your toilet, don't wait around for them to go away.