In every issue you'll find...

Expert insights on techniques and principles
Unbiased tool reviews
Step-by-step details to master the job
Field-tested advice and know-how

Join
Log In

Bathrooms

Bathrooms are arguably one of the most important rooms in the house. This essential space gets a lot of traffic, and usually showcases the personal style of its owner. At the same time, bathrooms are inevitably about function, so successful designs are the right blend of what you see and how well it works.

Bathrooms offer designers a rich palette of possibilities — everything from the varied colors and textures of natural wood to sleek sprayed finishes.

Whether a bathroom is a remodel or new construction, and no matter what the style, Fine Homebuilding’s deep library of articles cover what you need to know.

Keep Out Sewer Gases

A drink cup beats a pile of rags if you need to temporarily plug a plumbing drain pipe when replacing a toilet.
Create the Perfect Caulk Joint

Masking tape and solvents are the key to a clean bead of sealant.
Dripping Bath Fan

My in-laws had an exhaust fan installed as part of a bathroom remodel, and they’ve noticed water dripping from the fan after showering. I poked around the attic and found…
A Master Suite With a Luxurious Bath

Stunning finish materials transform the master bath into a spa-like experience.
Prepping for Tile

Schluter waterproofing and uncoupling membranes cover nearly every surface in the Kentucky FHB House bathroom before the tile goes down.
Changes to the Building Codes

Code expert Glenn Mathewson explains how changes are made to the International Residential Code, with a chart detailing the code-development process.
FHB House 2019 – Part 2: Classic Character, Modern Comfort

Behind the brick lies an airtight envelope and an extravagant bath
Sponsored Content

Electric Floor Warming and Uncoupling in A Single Layer

These underfloor systems can work with almost any floor covering.
Site-Built Shower Pans

Code expert Glenn Mathewson explains the details required by code and modern plumbing standards when fabricating a shower pan, including the two-part drain assembly, the subbase material and slope, the…
Modular Modern Faucet Handles

The Watermark Designs Elements plumbing-fixture collection features sleek, cylindrical knobs available in multiple polished-stone, metal, and wood-grain finishes.