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7 Tips for Choosing Your Plumbing Fixtures

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Plumbing fixtures used to come in only a few styles and colors. Hence, bathroom and kitchen designs would often look plain and dull. But because of today’s innovative modern interior designs, your faucets and sinks are now available in many styles and colors. You can now renovate and change your bathroom and kitchen’s look to the style you’ve always wanted.

Remodeling a home can be very exciting. But there are many things that you need to consider first before choosing and buying plumbing fixtures. It is very important that you buy the perfect one that matches your lifestyle and the type of look you want for your bathroom or kitchen.

So what are the things that you need to consider? Check out the list below:

  1. Style. Faucets, sinks and toilets are available in many styles. They may come in modern, classic, minimalistic, elegant styles, and there are a lot more to choose from. Choose a style that suits your taste, or something that matches the overall theme of your bathroom or kitchen.  Mixing metals is one option to consider.
  2. Function. Plumbing fixtures are available in many types and are classified by their function. Each type has a different function, thus, it is very important that you know how each type works. Well, you don’t want to see a laundry sink in your kitchen, do you?
  3. Installation method. Faucets can be either single or double handled or so can sinks; with different types comes different installation methods. Make sure you choose fixtures that are easy to install and easy to remove. So that it will be easy to repair or replace when it needs fixing.
  4. Features. Faucets, sinks and toilets have different features. Choose a faucet or a sink that matches your needs. If you want a perfect water temperature for your bath, then choose a shower faucet that has temperature control features.
  5. Quality. Anything that you buy for your home should pass your personal quality check. You should only buy fixtures that are durable and made of high quality materials to ensure long-lasting use.
  6. Cost. Of course, you need to consider your budget. Choose your fixtures meticulously and compare prices. It doesn’t always mean that expensive choices have better quality. You can actually find many good choices at a bargain price. And then plan the things that you are going to buy. Prioritize the important and necessary things first. Remember, you don’t need a bath tub if your bathroom is small.
  7. And lastly, always choose a reputable faucet or sink manufacturer because you would want it to last a decade or two. Reputable manufacturers can give you better quality fixtures and better after sales service.

Your bathroom and kitchen make up just a small portion of your home, but these small parts can actually say a lot about your house. So if you want to have a beautiful bathroom and a nice-looking kitchen, make sure that you choose the right plumbing fixtures and decors and a reliable plumber to install them.

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Water Plumbing in the Home Made Easy

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People are always told of the importance of water. Moreover, the conservation of water is an issue that many people take seriously. The need for water in order for people to survive daily life is undeniable. Water is a necessity that proves its worth in all sorts of daily activities. Thus home water plumbing is also a need to be understood and appreciated by people if they wish to truly maintain a good household.

Whenever water plumbing comes to mind, thinking about water supply is most probably what follows. Plumbing, after all, is all about managing the supply of water. It is important that houses get enough supply of water through a pipe that can efficiently spread water all throughout the household. Moreover, it is important that the water a house receives is clean enough to be used for cleaning other items as well.

It’s good for people to monitor their monthly water consumption. This would not only help them check if they are charged correctly for the water they use but they would also be aware of how much water they consume. Too much water consumption may help people realize the importance of conserving water and of using water appropriately.

If there is water supply, naturally there is a drainage system. More specifically, it is important that homeowners make sure that they have a stable and secure waste drainage system in order to keep things in order in their homes. As the name implies, waste is a very serious matter. A good waste drainage system is very important so as to avoid unwanted accidents.

Next to be considered are the fixtures through which the water shall flow. Most common fixtures found in a home would be faucets, sinks and drains. Bath tubs and such are a few of those fixtures that are not commonly found in most homes. It is also very important to consider the type, style and size of the fixtures to be used that should be in accordance with the water supply’s strength and the capacity of the bathroom to hold such fixtures.

Water plumbing also involves people knowing how to operate basic water controls within their homes. An example would be their main water supply valve. Being able to know how to turn off the water supply can help them whenever checking for water supply or home water plumbing problems.

Basic plumbing can be learned by almost anyone. Finding an experienced plumber who can teach you the basics of plumbing especially at home could be a challenge but worth a shot. Knowing how to go around your home’s plumbing system could take some time, but it can be very important in the long run. Dealing with water can be a headache especially when problems start to arise. The bathroom is a part of the house that is taken for granted many times. People use the bathroom every day, any time of the day. Naturally, having a bathroom that’s ready for use without having to worry about problems is definitely a better way to live.

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Bathroom Plumbing Tips

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Any house won’t be complete without a bathroom. Cleaning and caring for the bathroom is just the same as cleaning and caring for the other parts of a house. However, special attention might be needed for bathroom plumbing. This is why most households would simply depend on the expertise of plumbers to tend to their bathroom plumbing needs. Nonetheless, bathroom plumbing tips are available for anyone who wants to take on the challenges of their own bathrooms.

Nothing beats the skillful approach of a plumber to your plumbing needs. Still, homeowners may find these tips useful in managing simple bath plumbing tasks and problems. It is possible that certain situations need no complicated treatment by a plumber but a simple task that anybody can do with the proper guidance.Home Plumbing Tips

One problem often encountered in bathroom plumbing is a clogged toilet. This is characterized by the rise of water in the toilet when it is flushed. The easiest way to solve this problem is by turning off the valve of the toilet. This valve can be found right below the toilet tank. Once the valve is turned off, the plunger can be used to unclog the toilet. After removing the cause of clogging, the toilet should be working well — just like before — right after the valve is turned on.

A related problem to the one just mentioned is the flapper not reaching its supposed height for a certain period of time in order for the flush to be completed. This flapper enables the flow of water into and out of the toilet. Flappers not in good condition or not functioning well may later cause toilets to leak and continuously run.

Aside from flappers failing to perform its tasks, toilets that seem to never stop leaking may be caused by different reasons. Shortage in water toilet supply may be a reason for disrupting the flow of water into the dam. In other cases, the valve that facilitates the water into the tank may be dysfunctional; thus, letting in too much water.

Other than these problems, homeowners may also want to try taking plumbing matters into their own hands such as installing the toilet. The first step includes planning and gathering of needed materials. To accomplish this task, one must have a seat, a bowl, a tank, a wax ring, initial water supply and a few screws and screw drivers.

The valve that allows water flow should be turned off at this point. To install the new set of materials for the toilet, the old pieces must be removed. With the use of a few screws and bolts, the new toilet can now be easily put into place while the old set can wait to be disposed of

Generally bathroom plumbing tips provide guides on how to maintain the proper functioning of bath plumbing system. These tips also enlighten homeowners on factors that indicate the condition of their bathrooms’ plumbing. If the problem or task at hand is too much to handle, experienced plumbers will always be ready to be of service.

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Kitchen and Bathroom Sinks

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Sinks come in a wide array of styles, materials, and configurations. From the classic stainless steel with standard hardware to the elegant gold plated fixtures using ultra-modern touch on/off controls, there is something for everyone. Let’s take a look at both kitchen and bathroom sinks.

Kitchen Sinks

How do you choose a kitchen sink?

1. Select the material. Choose a material that matches the rest of your kitchen. Do you love the clean and modern stainless steel look? How about the elegant look of composite granite or cast acrylic, or the traditional look of cast iron or copper? Even within each material type you need to consider color, cost, and durability.
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2. Select the bowl. How big is your counter top? How do you use the sink? Do you like having a garbage disposal? These are questions you need to answer to determine the size, depth, and number of bowls you will need in your sink.
3. Select the mounting
   a. Drop-in sinks. These sinks simply drop into a cutout in the countertop. They are generally more affordable and easier to install and ideal for existing countertops. They have a flange (rim) that is sealed to be water tight.
   b. Undermount sinks. If you have a granite or other solid material countertop then an undermount sink can deliver a beautiful look and it’s easy to clean. The countertop actually sits on top of the flange (rim) of the sink and the cutout edge of the countertop is exposed. This makes cleaning as easy as wiping crumbs, water, etc. directly into the sink. Note that this is not a good option when you have laminate countertops as the cutout edge of laminate is not suitable for direct contact with water and is not pleasant to look at.
   c. Integral sinks. Another good choice for new construction or remodeling,  integral sinks are built right into the countertop and made of the same material.
   d. Tile-in sinks. These sinks have squared off edges and rise a bit above the surface of the countertop. They are then tiled in on the countertop to make the surface of the sink even with the tile. This can be a stunning look if you don’t want to replace the laminate but to simply tile over it.

Bathroom Sinks

When choosing a bathroom sink you need to take into account not only the material, but also the size of the bathroom, who will be using it, and your budget.

1. Size of bathroom. A small, half bath with only a sink and toilet can be the perfect place to use a pedestal style sink. No countertop means you still enjoy the feeling of having some extra space. A large master bath will often be spacious enough to use his and her sinks with a common countertop.
2. Who will be using it. If you entertain often then you may want to consider a vessel sink in that half bath that your guests use. You can find beautiful sinks in glass, marble, granite, and more. If children will be the primary users of the bathroom then you certainly don’t want to use  expensive (and breakable) materials. A standard ceramic drop in sink should be just fine.
3. Your budget. It’s obvious that the more money you have budgeted, the better the sink you can buy. The same half bath used by guests can be a showroom of elegance or a utilitarian restroom with little or no decor. No matter what your budget, you will get the most for your  money by buying the best quality you can afford, and by having your sink professionally installed.