In areas with hard water, a water softener works like magic to make the water drinkable. As with all appliances, though, sometimes a piece is faulty or installed incorrectly, and the machine doesn’t operate as it usually would. The good news is that there are simple fixes for most problems that cause a water softener …
We’ve all learned to love a nice hot shower after a long day. It relaxes our muscles and begins the nightly routine we’ve had the luxury of developing. But what happens when that lovely warm shower turns cold? A bad feeling, that’s for sure. We’ll discuss all the basics of a water heater, what to …
Perhaps you’re revamping part of the plumbing system in your home, like the pipes leading away from a bathtub or faucet. The old pipes are made of ABS, but the new lines you bought are made of PVC. So, can you join the two together? While you can connect these two pipes, it isn’t as …
Perhaps your bathroom is next in line for a facelift, so you’re removing all the old fixtures from the space. As you remove the old toilet, you notice a caulk seam around the base. So, when you install the new toilet, you begin to wonder whether caulking around the toilet’s base is necessary. Should you …
Before you invest in a new kitchen or bathroom faucet, it doesn’t hurt to research what you’re getting yourself into. Taking the time to sift through information like customer reviews, manufacturer, origin, and warranty specifications can be helpful in determining whether a faucet is a good fit for your home. Key Points: So, if you’re …
Perhaps you’ve decided to add a beautiful en-suite bathroom to one of the bedrooms in your home. You have the color palette picked out and can envision the layout of what you want, but once you consult with your contractor, these hopes come to a grinding halt. Unfortunately, the area where you want to add …
With well over a dozen faucet brands offering their wares to consumers searching for a new kitchen or bathroom faucet, finding the perfect fit can be challenging. As you browse through the hundreds of faucet models, you’ll come across big brand names, like Moen or Delta, and brands you might be unfamiliar with, like WEWE. …
Some faucet brands are household names, but others are a little less common. Brands like BWE tend to be lesser known, so some customers might be dubious of the brand’s products. It doesn’t hurt to question a company’s products until you have hands-on experience or research to show positive experiences from other customers. Key Points: …
If you’re browsing through Restoration Hardware’s aisles or sifting through its website offerings, you might be drawn in by the stunning, sleek designs and glossy, pristine modern finishes. However, before you click “Place Order” on the surprisingly expensive faucet, you decide to do a bit of research. Key Points: So, who makes Restoration Hardware faucets, …
With over a dozen faucet brands offering their wares on the market, choices are in plentiful supply. While you might automatically choose a well-known faucet brand, like Moen or Kohler, you may decide to branch out with another brand. As you search, you’ll likely come across Signature Hardware faucets. Key Points: But before you buy …
A sky-high water bill is an unwelcome gift, and if nothing you’re aware of has changed in the last month, it can be incredibly frustrating. So, who do you need to blame for excessive water usage? Is there a toilet that has constantly been running without your knowledge? Is there a leak behind your water …
I researched hundreds of models and put together a list of the best kitchen faucets. A quality faucet is an essential component of today’s kitchens and most are pretty expensive. Don’t waste your hard earned money on one that falls short in quality, style and functionality. Pull-down and pull-out are great options. With a simple …
When shopping around for the best type of kitchen faucet, it can be easy to focus on the aesthetics and forget to consider mounting and installation options. The first thing you should be aware of when you start your faucet research is that different models have different mounting requirements which can determine your ultimate buying …
Deciding on a kitchen faucet for your home can be tricky. There are so many finishes to choose from: a polished brass kitchen faucet, brushed gold, chrome, copper, satin bronze, matte bronze, oil rubbed bronze, etc. Your ultimate decision will depend on the style and aesthetic of your home, and the atmosphere you’re trying to …
Modern kitchen faucets are categorized by their contemporary looks and inclusion of advanced technologies developed to revolutionize cooking and cleaning in the kitchen. Research and development teams are constantly on the lookout for new ways to save time, money and waste in the kitchen; and modern faucets are designed with these stipulations in mind. At …
The kitchen sink faucet is arguably the most important appliance in your house. The whole family relies on it and uses it every day – from preparing and washing food, to rinsing dishes to filling up water glasses, the kitchen sink is an essential part of the home. The kitchen has always been the hub …
Perhaps you’ve noticed a leak. Maybe you’re looking to update a few features in your kitchen. Or, you could be modernizing the whole room. Either way – it’s time to consider a new kitchen faucet. However, with so many faucets on the market to choose from, it can be hard knowing where to begin – …
Built-in soap dispensers are the perfect way to store soap in a hidden dispenser conveniently located where you need it. This can be a great alternative if you don’t have counter space for a countertop dispenser. But wait – you have quartz countertops in your house. So, should you drill a hole in the countertop …
