Bathtubs & Showers

Barbara asks, "Our bathtub no longer holds water. How can I replace the drain hardware?"

To replace the drain basket on the tub, you'll need access to the underside or back of the tub. To remove the drain basket, insert a pair of pliers in the basket and turn it, or there is a special tub drain removal wrench.

Where to look when you are deep cleaning your bathroom.

Cultured marble showers are less expensive than ceramic tile and much easier to install. Cultured marble is made from a mixture of marble dust mixed and polyester resin. Watch this video to find out more.

Find out how to repair a spring tension shower curtain rod to hold it in place. Watch this video to find out more.

Most odors in sink or tub drains aren’t caused by sewer gas but from organic matter and bacteria trapped in the drain. Watch this video for tips on how to clean drains to remove offensive odors.

Silicone caulk has great adhesion and flexibility, but it can be hard to spread out evenly. Watch this video to see how to use denatured alcohol to spread silicone caulking easily.

Showerhead spray nozzles can become clogged over time with mineral deposits found in tap water. Watch this video to find out how to clean a clogged showerhead using vinegar.

Showerheads that mimic the feel of falling rain usually require additional plumbing to retrofit them to an existing shower, but AquaScape showerheads from Waterpik have an adjustable arm that connects to the existing pipe without any extra plumbing.

A listener wants to know if he should use a latex primer first to prime his cement shower floor.