Garbage disposals are a standard feature in many newly-built homes and are a popular addition to older builds. They typically come in one of four horsepower ratings: ⅓ HP, ½ HP, ¾ HP, and 1 HP. However, in recent years, a ⅝ HP model became an option. It’s a step up from the ½ HP … Read more
There’s nothing quite like a hot shower on a cold winter day before curling up on the couch with a steaming cup of cocoa or coffee. When the shower valve is set too low, taking a hot shower is tricky to do. The water temperature can’t get hot enough, no matter how far you turn … Read more
An outdoor sink is a great addition to your al fresco kitchen. It has many uses when you are entertaining, having a family get-together or barbecue, and if you have a garden, it’s useful for washing off your veg harvest before you take them indoors. So what’s stopping you from having a sink in your … Read more
Perhaps your kitchen is next in line for a facelift, and you’re debating granite countertops. If you plan on using natural slabs of granite, you’ll need to do some careful planning to ensure you don’t make expensive mistakes. This includes calculating the size of slabs you’ll need, how thick the stone should be, and how … Read more
There are several instances in life where the devil is very much in the detail, and the small things can make a substantial difference. Interior design is one such area, and making a seemingly insignificant change can totally transform the look and feel of a space. When it comes to the bathroom, creativity can be … Read more
You have plenty of choices if you’re in the market for a new kitchen sink. Numerous brands offer various kitchen and bathroom sinks in several colors, designs, materials, styles, and price points, so there’s something out there for every aesthetic preference. However, selecting the perfect sink can be overwhelming with all these choices. Which material … Read more
Perhaps you’re preparing to hop in the shower before starting the day or after hours on your feet at work, only to be shocked by icy water. Or, maybe your shower runs out of hot water rapidly, leaving you rushing to wash up to get out of the cold blast. Or, perhaps the shower water … Read more
The list of available faucet finishes throughout the market is extensive. Each brand has a different take on each hue, although some are identical between brands. The contributions of each brand create a swirling pool of dozens of faucet finish choices. So, which one should you choose? Perhaps you’re debating between black and stainless steel. … Read more
Low water pressure is an aggravating problem. Perhaps you climbed into your shower, hoping to take a toasty rinse under the powerful water stream to wash away the day’s troubles, only to be disappointed by poor water pressure. You might notice the problem persists only with the hot water (it can be with the cold … Read more
Moen’s smart faucets are an excellent alternative to traditional faucets. The company offers various kitchen and bathroom faucets with added technology to make operation easy, even if you have your hands full. However, like any other product, these faucets go on strike from time to time. The faucet might stop working entirely, it might work … Read more
After a long, chaotic day at work, you probably want to head home, take a shower, and decompress on the couch. However, to take a warm, muscle-relaxing rinse, you’ll need good quality components in your shower. While most of us forget about this part of the process, it becomes blatantly apparent when constructing or renovating … Read more
Perhaps you decided it’s time for a bathroom upgrade, which includes the sink. You tossed out the entire dated sink and its drain assembly and respective plumbing, so now it’s time to purchase replacements. You might’ve bought a new sink, so now it comes down to purchasing the appropriate drain and plumbing. However, when you … Read more
The sink industry is massive – thousands of sinks from different brands featuring varying colors, materials, styles, and designs. So, when it comes time to choose, there’s undoubtedly something to meet your expectations, as there isn’t any shortage of options. As you browse the market, you’ll come across familiar brands, such as Kohler, Moen, and … Read more
The kitchen sink is essential to any fully-functioning kitchen–you need it to wash dishes, rinse produce, clean your hands, and much more. So, when it’s time to choose a kitchen sink, you have a lot to consider. As you browse through your choices, you’ll come across a few farmhouse sink designs. These sinks are incredibly … Read more
Poor water pressure makes completing nearly any task with your kitchen faucet a drawn-out occasion. Rinsing dishes might not be as simple as holding them under the pressured water flow; it might take more scrubbing. Washing your hands might take longer with lower water pressure. All in all, low water pressure is a nuisance. So, … Read more
Touch faucets are a far cry from early faucet styles. Now, you can turn on the water without even touching the faucet (although those are touchless faucets). There are even voice-controlled faucets out there – all it takes is your voice, no hands involved. While touch faucets aren’t quite this fancy, they’re still fairly impressive. … Read more
Calcium buildup, mineral deposits, limescale, or whatever you might call it in your household. Regardless of what you call it, these deposits are a nuisance in homes with hard water. When the water evaporates, it leaves crusty white mineral deposits around the base of the faucet and drains. Luckily, removing the unsightly deposits is a … Read more
Clogged drains are a nuisance, regardless of where they are. It might be a clump of hair in the bathroom drain or food scraps someone shoved down the drain. Either way, you’ll need to unclog the drain sooner rather than later before you can use the sink or tub/shower. There are quite a few ways … Read more