Bathroom How To & DIY

Moving a toilet to a new location can be a challenging task, but homeowners can handle it with the right approach. Read how to reorient your toilet in our step-by-step guide.

Ask This Old House plumbing and heating expert Richard Trethewey helps a homeowner replace the shutoff valve underneath her kitchen sink

Installing a shower has become easier as new materials hit the market, specifically a waterproof foam board highlighted in this video.

Ask This Old House plumbing and heating expert Richard Trethewey repairs and replaces a leaky shower valve.

Norm constructs a Shaker-inspired cabinet from durable red oak and oak plywood. Go to The New Yankee Workshop to see measured drawings for all projects

Norm builds a bathroom vanity inspired by a dry sink he found at a 1790 Shaker house and museum. Go to The New Yankee Workshop to see measured drawings for all projects

Ask This Old House general contractor Tom Silva helps a homeowner replace the peeling, vinyl floor in his bathroom with a ceramic tile floor.

This Old House plumbing and heating expert Richard Trethewey explains how to remove rust stains from plumbing fixtures in your bathroom.

Ask This Old House plumbing and heating expert Richard Trethewey installs a vanity for homeowners who gave up on it seven years ago.

This Old House plumbing expert Richard Trethewey points out common reasons for a noisy sink and how to fix sink gurgling.

Ask This Old House plumbing and heating expert Richard Trethewey helps a homeowner diagnose and repair a wobbly toilet

There are many options for bathroom vanities, from ornate to out-of-the-box. Here's everything you need to know to choose a vanity.

Changing a toilet doesn't have to be unpleasant. With this DIY project, you can enhance your bathroom’s functionality.

This Old House plumbing expert Richard Trethewey shows how to install a water conditioner to combat hard water.

The bathroom starts to take shape with the easy installation of a Sterling shower stall and new tile floor.

Ask This Old House plumbing and heating expert Richard Trethewey answers an email about a shower stained green and why it may be linked to soft water

This DIY video and guide shows you how to repair a shower valve stem and get your shower running smoothly again.

Ask This Old House plumbing and heating expert Richard Trethewey helps a homeowner silence a shrieking shower

Is your bathroom sink not draining? Here's everything you need to know to unclog hair, toothpaste, and other gunk from a slow-draining sink.

Overflows make your bathtub safer and follow the latest codes. Learn more about how to install an overflow on an older tub for peace-of-mind.

Want to add a showerhead to your freestanding tub? Follow this step-by-step guide for everything you need to know to take on this project.

Ask This Old House plumbing and heating expert Richard Trethewey explains what may be causing a leaky toilet and possible solutions

Learn how to use common cedar to transform an inexpensive sink into a charming bathroom vanity in this step-by-step guide.

This Old House plumbing and heating expert, Richard Trethewey, demonstrates how to replace a badly corroded cast-iron flange.

This Old House plumbing and heating expert Richard Trethewey demonstrates one way to fix a noisy toilet by installing a new flush valve.

This Old House plumbing and heating expert Richard Trethewey shows how to rough-in the drainpipes for a basement bathroom.