It doesn't matter whether you live in a rental or you have your own home, at one point, plumbing issues are bound to crop up. You therefore need to learn a few basics for you to be prepared in case a plumbing issue comes up.



For a second, just think if one percent of the world threw out their tub in a landfill. That's a lot of bathtubs to think about. If you're an environmental nut, you can be assured that your tub won't be taking up space in a landfill near your home.

Decorating Once walls and floors are done plumbing and tub to walk in shower before and after electricity are installed or re-routed fixtures and other parts of your bathroom remodeling project reach fruition it is time to decorate. No bathroom remodel is complete without themed decorating. Leave time to do it right.

Updating your plumbing fixtures reglazing tub can instantly refresh the look of a tired sink or shower. Remove your dingy, soap scum-stained retro faucets and welcome a sleek, new sink. With most faucets costing less than $50, this is a cheap and easy update that can instantly add glamour to your bathroom space.

You want to make sure that you invest wisely in a vessel sink. Sure, you might think that you just have to have the latest trends. This is an actual bathroom fixture, it's not as easy as changing a pair of blue jeans. If you do want to change out your bathroom a lot then just spend less money on the sink. This way you'll have money left over when you want to change it out or you get sick of it. Glass vessel sinks are typically a lot cheaper than copper or stone.

Start with the walls: I just finished refinishing the walls of our Airstream Landyacht with a wonderful product that is trowelled on and sticks to anything. It is called Lustrestone. It brings drab to its knees with a shimmery, yet stoney look; and can be done any number of color combinations. After removing the window cornices and patching any holes, a few coats and it's better than new. The bath tub restoration walls were done with a different color of Lustrestone, then stencilled with a bamboo trellis. The challenge was to work with the uneven angles of a motorhome. The bedroom walls were done in a faux lepoard skin which has transformed it into a lush, cozy room, and separate from the rest.

Try using soft cloth dipped in un-diluted White Vinegar or Cider Vinegar to restore your chrome. For worse deposits of grease of gummy residue soak in a bucket or small tub, remove and rub with a cloth, or paper towel.

WARNING - You should be fully and objectively advised on all walk-in tub options and prices, and installation pricing options, so you can decide how you want to invest your money. You should be able to decide if you want to buy a Kia, or a Bentley, or something in between.