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What's the Difference: Tile backerboard Online Membership Required

HardieBacker, Durock, and DensShield each has characteristics that affect where it can be installed and how tile is placed on it by Rob Yagid

The Challenges of Painting Kitchens and Baths

For paint to stand up to these hard-working rooms, the surfaces must be clean, and the finishes must be durable by Brian J. Doherty

Preventing Moisture Problems in Bathrooms

A poorly designed bathroom is no better than a leaky roof; an experienced bath designer tells where the worst problems occur and how to prevent them by Mary Jo Peterson

Tiling With Limestone Online Membership Required

An earthy alternative to the cold, austere look of marble, limestone is easy to work with and maintain by Tom Meehan

Choosing a Lavatory Faucet Online Membership Required

Before you're sold on style alone, consider how the faucet is made, the type of valve it uses and the finish by Andrew Wormer

Silicone Caulking Basics Online Membership Required

For caulking around bathroom and kitchen fixtures, nothing lasts longer or keeps out moisture better than silicone by Brian Zavitz

Tip: Wall-mounted dustpan

by William Wiehe

Q & A: Fixing a leaky toilet

by Rex Cauldwell

Tip: Fiberglass tub fix

by Will Rainey

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