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Plumbing comes from the Latin word for lead, which is plumbum. The word sewer comes from the French word essouier, meaning “to drain.” But how did plumbing systems come together? Surely it didn’t happen overnight, right? Of course not. In this blog we go over the history of main fixtures included in modern-day plumbing systems. Definitions Plumbing – The system of pipes, drains, fittings, valves, and fixtures installed for the distribution of potable water for drinking, heating and washing, and waterborne waste removal. “Plumbing” also refers to the skilled trade which installs and maintains it. Plumbers – Skilled tradespeople who […]
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A leaky shower faucet is more than annoying; it’s expensive. Your money is going down the drain in the form of higher water bills. Fortunately, most leaky shower faucets can be fixed in a few DIY steps. Use this guide to learn how to fix a leaky shower faucet.
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Using a public bathroom isn’t just an exercise in being quiet and using your leg muscles to hover elegantly—it’s also an etiquette adventure course for even the most professionally polite people. Here’s what you need to know to gracefully handle every public restroom trip you take.
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Do you like to have a hot, steaming shower in the morning? While hot water showers have their own pros, did you know that a cold shower can also do you a lot of good too? From calming itchy skin to enhancing your blood circulation, cold showers have many health benefits. But which one is better? We give you the complete rundown in this blog. Keep on reading for more!
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To help make teeth brushing, showering, bathing, and even sink scrubbing, more efficient and enjoyable, we’ve put together a list of the best bathroom gadgets. So, whether you’re a shower singer, a tub soaker, or a bathroom social media scroller, we’ve got you covered. Here is our pick of the best bathroom gadgets that will enhance your daily bathroom routines.
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It’s easy to ignore your plumbing fixtures…until they break down. Hardworking as they are, these modern conveniences will start to fail eventually. Though sometimes they can be salvaged with an affordable repair, sooner or later it’s time to say goodbye. But how do you know when to replace plumbing fixtures in your bathroom, kitchen, or anywhere around the house? Check out our guide below!
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Keeping the bathroom mirror from fogging up is quite an uphill task. It’s annoying when you have to get ready and no matter how many times you wipe your mirrors, they still fog up. In this blog, we show you how to prevent your bathroom mirror from fogging up. These methods aren’t permanent fixes, but they work for a while before you have to reapply. Keep on reading for more information.
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When you’ve had a long, hard day, there’s nothing better than relaxing and unwinding in a whirlpool tub. However, it isn’t such a pleasant experience if you find little black bits floating in your bath water, or an unappealing soap scum ring around the edge of your tub. Knowing how to clean your whirlpool tub is pretty important if you’re going to invest in one, but luckily the process isn’t complicated. In this article, we’ll cover how often you should be cleaning your tub, and give you a step-by-step guide.
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Walking on a cold bathroom floor is a harsh way to start the morning. While most people avoid cold feet by covering bathroom floors with enormous mats, radiant heating is a great way to keep the floor warm while increasing your home’s energy efficiency. Here is a quick guide on how to install heated bathroom flooring in your home without breaking your budget.
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Among the many favorable additions to a modern bathroom is a heated toilet seat. These seats have been around for a long time and they are gaining popularity. Listed below are some of the often-overlooked advantages of a heated toilet seat.
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