Has your kitchen lost its luster, but a total remodel out of the question? A great way to bring some life back into your kitchen is by replacing that tacky old builder grade sink and broken faucet ...

Dear James: My budget is very limited, but now that I am divorced, I want to change the bathroom decor. I thought a pedestal sink might help. What do you think, and can you give me some installation ...

Every cook's dream is a wide expanse of countertops to chop vegetables, roll out dough, and prep meals. Increasingly, that dream includes choosing an undermount sink over a drop-in sink, as they ...

Here's how to install a hot or cold water shut-off valve under your sink. Apply plumbing sealant to the shut-off threads and attach it with a nut from the faucet tube. Measure the length of the copper ...

Now that you’ve decided to rejuvenate your bathroom with a pedestal sink, it’s time to bring your vision to fruition. There are only two parts to this sink (the basin and the pedestal), and installing ...

Tap water in the US is generally safe, but in certain areas it can have a funky taste. Tap water can also contain traces of pesticides, VOCs, lead, and dirt, all of which you don’t want to ingest no ...

Q: Last year I finished college and moved into my first apartment. After reading your column for years, I feel like I have a special Ph.D. (Plumbing & heating Degree!). I know that I’m limited as to ...

Dear Ron: The sink and the bathtub are the two most prominent items in a bathroom that impact its decor. Installing a new retro-style pedestal sink in place of your old sink/cabinet is a great first ...