Bathrooms
From tiny remodels to spa-like custom-builds, find your inspiration for your next bathroom project here.
How to Install a Bathroom Fan with Old Wiring
Master electrician Heath Eastman makes a house call to help a homeowner add some ventilation to their bathroom. But due to the age of the home, he’s worried about the age of the wiring.
How to Fix a Toilet Handle
Like all unsung heroes, toilet handles don’t get much recognition. But it really stinks when they malfunction and you can’t flush. Don’t fret; they’re quite simple and affordable to fix. This guide will explain everything you need to know about fixing your toilet handle, covering almost every way they can break.
Before & After Bath: Maximizing Space and Design in 1990s Bathrooms
Three 1990s-era bathrooms undergo a transformation from outdated and lackluster to modern, stylish, and functional.
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Stunning Midcentury Bathroom Tile Ideas
To embody midcentury modern design in the bath, turn to today’s tile. An array of colors, shapes, patterns, and combos lets you make a striking statement against sleek fixtures and surfaces.
How to Install a Bidet Toilet
Plumbing and heating expert Richard Trethewey helps a homeowner install a toilet-bidet combination unit.
How to Select a Bidet
Plumbing and heating expert Richard Trethewey talks with host Kevin O'Connor about non electric and electric toilet-bidet combination options.
10 Effective Ways to Make a Small Bathroom Look Larger
Are you tired of your tiny, cramped bathroom but don’t have much of a budget to expand the square footage? Here are some ways to make your small bathroom look bigger without changing the layout or breaking the bank.
Before & After Bath: Creating a Luxurious Primary Bathroom
A bathroom doesn't need to be big to feel luxurious. Here's how two homeowners turned their primary bathroom into a retreat.
How To Repair a Leaking Shower Valve
When a shower valve in a perfectly preserved original bathroom started leaking, a homeowner reached out to Richard Trethewey for help fixing it.
Before & After Bathroom: Reinventing an 1887 Queen Anne Ensuite
A classic Queen Anne primary bathroom suite retreat gets a remodel fit for royalty.
How to Choose a Bathroom Sink
Looking to swap out your old bathroom sink for a new one? Here are some things to consider before making your choice.
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How to Clean a Faucet Aerator
This Old House plumbing and heating contractor Richard Trethewey shows how to go with the flow by replacing a plugged-up aerator
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How To Get Rid of Pink Mold in the Shower
Pink mold is a stubborn bacteria can be hard to clean, and even harder to keep it from coming back. This guide will explain everything you need to know about how to get rid of pink mold as well as prevent pink mold in the shower in the first place.
How to Tile a Shower
Learn all the essential steps to create your very own custom shower, including everything from designing the layout to installing the tile, applying grout, and more.
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How to Reglaze Bathroom Tile
You don’t have to live with those old grungy, out-of-style bathroom tiles any longer. And the even better news is that it won’t require a giant demolition project either. Breathe new life into those old tiles by reglazing them altogether. This guide will explain what’s involved, what you need, and the step-by-step of how to reglaze bathroom tiles.
Why Does My Shower Drain Smell Like Rotten Eggs?
The smell of spoiled eggs doesn’t exactly bring to mind the thought of fresh, clean towels and a relaxing bath time experience. And no amount of candles can truly mask the odor. Luckily, there are ways to rid your bathroom of a shower drain that smells like rotten eggs. These are some of the easiest, most common methods for taking care of the problem.
Best Kitchen and Bath Products from KBIS
From well-priced finds to splurge-worthy upgrades, our picks for the best of what’s new bring function and flair to the most-used rooms in your house.
How to Troubleshoot a Leaky Showerhead
Water coming out of a showerhead every time the tub fills can be annoying. Here’s a helpful way to troubleshoot the issue.
How to Install a Reserve Tank
Plumbing and heating expert Richard Trethewey installs a reserve tank so a homeowner can finally fill their tub with hot water for a relaxing bath.
How to Design a Bathroom Wet Room
Make a small bathroom feel bigger, or just enjoy a sleek, open showering space. Here’s what you need to know if you’re considering the increasingly popular wet-room option.
Designing Vintage-Inspired Bathrooms
We know you know: Old house often equals small baths. Up ahead, how three such snug spaces got improved function and flair, by giving one or two elements a starring role.
Best Toilets (2024 Guide)
If you want to upgrade your bathroom, a new toilet should be one of your first considerations. In this review, we take a look at the best toilets on the market.
Understanding Bathroom Ventilation Technology
Home technology expert Ross Trethewey teaches host Kevin O’Connor what he needs to know about the latest bathroom ventilation technology.
Our 7 Best Bathtub Picks (2024)
We've rounded up the best bathtubs for a wide range of budgets, tastes, and household needs to help you find the ideal tub for your home.
8 Best Shower Shelves and Caddies (2024 Guide)
Shower shelves and caddies help you reduce clutter in your bathroom by giving you space to organize your bathroom items in one convenient location. In this review, we took a look at the best shower shelves and caddies on the market today.
The 4 Best Bathroom Mirrors (2024 Review)
In this review and buyer’s guide, the This Old House Reviews Team analyzes the best bathroom mirrors on Amazon and provides detailed recommendations to help you find the right size, shape, and features for your space.
Before and After Bathroom: Creating a Relaxing Retreat
A once dark and dated primary bath gets a breath of fresh air with soothing neutral finishes, including wood and marble.
How to Paint Tile
Paint expert Mauro Henrique helps a homeowner avoid a costly and drawn-out project by painting his avocado green tiles with an epoxy paint.
Before & After: Giving a Classic Bathroom a Contemporary Turn
A bath renovation comfortably straddles the line between traditional and contemporary.
All About Bathroom Showers
Whether you’re renovating, adding on, or building a bathroom from scratch, there’s a lot to consider when choosing the right shower for your space, lifestyle, and style. Discover the array of possibilities here.
The 5 Best Bathroom Cleaners (2024 Review)
Keeping your bathroom clean can be laborious, but having the right cleaner on hand is a big help. In this review, the This Old House Reviews Team researched the five best bathroom cleaners on Amazon to help you find the one that’s right for you. The products included in this article are available at various retail stores, local home centers, and online retailers like Amazon.
The 5 Best Shower Cleaners (2024 Review)
Shower cleaners are a necessary cleaning agent in every bathroom. In this review, the This Old House Reviews Team researched the five best shower cleaners on Amazon to help you find the product that’s right for you and your home. The products included in this article are available at local retailers and online retailers like Amazon.