Bathrooms
From tiny remodels to spa-like custom-builds, find your inspiration for your next bathroom project here.
How to Make a Towel Rack With Vintage Taps
Get creative and mount an old set of porcelain taps on a board to use as hooks for towels and robes
How to Install a Bathroom Fan
In this video, This Old House host Kevin O'Connor works with a professional electrician to install a ventilation fan in a bathroom
How to Secure Loose Pipes
This Old House plumbing and heating expert Richard Trethewey shows how to strap in shaky and rattling shower valve pipes
19 Ways to Dress Up Your Bath on a Budget
TOH's editors bring you tips for picking out beautiful but affordable tile, vanities, tubs, and more
How To Install a Dual-Flush Toilet
This Old House plumbing and heating expert Richard Trethewey shows how to install a new dual-flush, water-saving toilet.
How To Fix a Leaking Toilet
In this guide, we’ll walk you through identifying toilet parts, common issues, and solutions to get your toilet working properly again.
How To Replace a Bathtub Drum Trap
Watch as This Old House plumbing and heating expert Richard Trethewey shows how to replace an old bathtub drum trap with a new PVC P-trap.
Step by Step Guide to Installing a Soap Dish in Your Bathroom
Put an end to soggy soap with proper soap dish placement. This easy DIY project can be completed with a few simple tools and materials.
Bath-Vanity Revamp
Transform your bath with budget-conscious improvements that'll boost your home's wow factor—and its value
How To Plan the Perfect Half Bath: A Comprehensive Guide
Learn expert tips and step-by-step instructions for planning the perfect half bath. From design ideas to plumbing, we cover it all.
How To Fix a Bathtub Drain Stopper
Need to fix a tub that won’t drain? In this video, This Old House master plumber Richard Trethewey shows how to fix them.
Bath Bumpout Adds Space With a Vintage Look
See how architect Carol Kurth transformed an outdated bathroom into a modern, functional space with a 78 square-foot bumpout
Lights, Camera, Bathtime!
The media room has migrated into the bath, with all the splash-proof entertainment you need
How to Repair a Dripping Single-Handled Faucet
Stop that annoying kitchen faucet leak, with instructions from This Old House plumbing and heating expert Richard Trethewey
How To Anchor a Towel Bar
Learn how to anchor and install a sturdy towel bar in your bathroom. Follow along with our step-by-step guide.
11 Ways to Save While You Splurge
Easy ways to cut costs, not corners, on some of the most high-end home-improvement projects
All About Steam Showers: How They Work, Cost and Installation
Read our guide on the installation and costs of a luxury steam shower unit and how to find a dealer to get the right shower for you.
How To Install a Towel Bar: A Step-by-Step Guide
Adding a new towel bar can make your bathroom safer, more comfortable, and more attractive. Follow this step-by-step guide for how to do it.
How to Unclog a Toilet
A clogged toilet is a common problem. In this guide, This Old House contractor Richard Trethewey explains how to best unclog your toilet.
Finding a Matching Tile Replacement: A Comprehensive Guide
When tile cracks, you want to find the right replacement to match. Here's what to do to find a matching tile to replace a cracked one.
Easy Kitchen and Bath Upgrades
Put in a little do-it-yourself time to make hardworking areas more practical and polished
A Step by Step Guide for How to Replace a Broken Tile
Cracked tiles are both an eyesore and a hazard. Learn how to replace a broken tile like a pro with our step-by-step guide.
How To Install a Medicine Cabinet
A medicine cabinet can help organize your bathroom and make your daily routines easier. Here's how to install one.
What You Need to Know to Troubleshoot a Leaky Shower
In this video, learn how to detect a leaky shower stall with This Old House plumbing and heating contractor Richard Trethewey.
Modern Bath, Vintage Looks
How to design a retro-style bath, from floor plan to finishes to product
How To Set Tile
A This Old House pro explains how to set ceramic tile in a subway pattern. Learn how to install tiles the right way and which tools to use.
How To Work With Glass Tiles
Installing glass tiles can be tricky, but you can achieve professional-looking results with our step-by-step guide.
How To Replace a Shower Pan
In this guide, This Old House plumbing and heating contractor Richard Trethewey shows you how to replace a shower pan.
How To Install a Towel Warmer
Learn how to install a towel warmer that uses your hot water heating system to bring a little more luxury to your morning routine.
How To Fix a Running Toilet
This Old House plumbing and heating contractor Richard Trethewey shows us how to diagnose and fix a running toilet.
Choosing Universal-Design Bath Fixtures
In this video and guide, This Old House experts discuss ways to add universal-design fixtures to your bathroom.
Everything You Need To Know To Install a Tub Grab Bar
In this how-to video, learn to create a safer bath by installing a grab bar with this old house general contractor Tom Silva