ᐅ Plumbing / Bathroom / Toilet

Learn what to consider when planning and outfitting your plumbing, bathroom, and toilet to make your home comfortable, modern, and functional!

Adding a Rain Shower Without Drilling New Holes: What Are the Options?

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DennisK•24 Sep 2021 10:57

Answers: 9

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DennisK • 1 Oct 2021 16:18

How to Remove or Replace a Shower Rail?

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DennisK•30 Sep 2021 13:51

Answers: 2

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DennisK • 30 Sep 2021 17:02

Bathroom after complete renovation shows high humidity levels

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Deraggi2•23 Sep 2021 22:20

Answers: 3

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Interrupt • 24 Sep 2021 12:03

Mold in the bathroom: the general contractor refuses to take action

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MP12345•21 Sep 2021 22:48

Answers: 23

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konibar • 23 Sep 2021 22:49

Renewing Drainage / Design and Planning

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mikef20•23 Sep 2021 11:10

Answers: 0

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mikef20 • 23 Sep 2021 11:10

Lowering the Schock Nova mirror cabinet

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Jayzeeburl•12 Sep 2021 18:53

Answers: 6

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Jayzeeburl • 17 Sep 2021 19:32

Bathroom cabinet carefully self-built

manohara•1 Aug 2021 11:15

Answers: 15

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hampshire • 13 Sep 2021 14:57

Relay output Con-Pat RKS Controller 100-200

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timm3671•10 Sep 2021 10:24

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timm3671 • 10 Sep 2021 10:24

Spare parts for Geberit Sigma 30 actuator plate

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Baumhaus.Bau•2 Feb 2021 06:31

Answers: 9

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TestDaf • 5 Sep 2021 12:55

Poor Insulation: Vapor Retarder or Vapor Barrier in Timber Frame Construction

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alex_anders•27 Aug 2021 23:17

Answers: 0

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alex_anders • 27 Aug 2021 23:17

Broken underground drainage pipe for kitchen water supply

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DitUndDat•26 Aug 2021 20:40

Answers: 4

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netuser • 27 Aug 2021 13:26

Matte Acrylic and Matte Toilet – Any Experiences?

DASI90•25 Aug 2021 15:00

Answers: 5

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ypg • 25 Aug 2021 18:26

Water Softening System – Is a Bypass Worthwhile for the Garden and Kitchen?

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AllThumbs•6 Aug 2021 13:20

Answers: 7

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AllThumbs • 12 Aug 2021 13:17

Looking for Replacement Seals for Bathtub Shower Folding Screen

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Jay Dizzle•9 Aug 2021 09:24

Answers: 1

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hampshire • 9 Aug 2021 09:32

Installing a Shower Partition Wall Retrospectively

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Chris1990•6 Aug 2021 09:24

Answers: 8

manohara • 7 Aug 2021 21:37

Connecting a New Water Pipe to Existing Lead Pipes?

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S_t_e_p_h_a_n•6 Jul 2021 00:46

Answers: 1

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Olli-Ka • 7 Aug 2021 12:14

The plumber keeps rescheduling every appointment and has stopped continuing the work.

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marco2403•5 Aug 2021 11:01

Answers: 6

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HilfeHilfe • 6 Aug 2021 07:11

Bathroom: Layout and Number of Ceiling Spotlights

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Monsteraner•1 Aug 2021 10:13

Answers: 8

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driver55 • 5 Aug 2021 20:41

Opening Between Bathroom and Walk-in Closet Without a Door?

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slang•11 Jul 2021 13:50

Answers: 12

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hampshire • 3 Aug 2021 15:37

Water Connection for Garage – Drainage Planning by Developer

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Neuling89•24 Jul 2021 12:14

Answers: 4

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BBaumeister • 27 Jul 2021 16:22

Durability of Dirt-Repellent Surfaces on Bathroom Ceramics

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sub-xero•10 Jul 2021 06:48

Answers: 6

Schimi1791 • 10 Jul 2021 18:28

Is there a hair strainer or hair trap available for linear shower drains?

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Katdreas•7 Jul 2021 22:43

Answers: 13

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Jupp_89 • 9 Jul 2021 07:50

Separate Water Meter for Garden Irrigation – How to Read the Meter

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Tx-25•15 Jun 2021 13:41

Answers: 21

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guckuck2 • 3 Jul 2021 12:16

Base cabinet for sink

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Chris1990•9 Apr 2021 09:15

Answers: 61

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Acof1978 • 27 Jun 2021 09:11

Shower Too Small – Custom-Made Shower Enclosure

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NKB2020•21 Jun 2021 22:40

Answers: 19

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NKB2020 • 22 Jun 2021 20:15

Is it possible to rotate a concealed single-lever mixer kit by 180 degrees?

HeiniohnePlan•17 Jun 2021 22:26

Answers: 3

HeiniohnePlan • 20 Jun 2021 12:31

Replacement part for the drain under the sink: stopper won’t lift up

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Pianist•14 Jun 2021 09:45

Answers: 3

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hanghaus2000 • 14 Jun 2021 12:12

Installing a Shower Enclosure Yourself or Hiring a Professional?

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Markus254•12 Jun 2021 20:14

Answers: 10

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driver55 • 13 Jun 2021 16:35

Installing a laundry chute in the shower?

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slang•23 May 2021 11:15

Answers: 96

KingJulien • 12 Jun 2021 11:26

Humidity levels are not decreasing

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S_t_e_p_h_a_n•4 Jun 2021 19:08

Answers: 2

DaSch17 • 6 Jun 2021 09:16

Legal and Technical Requirements for Bathroom Planning?

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Gille D•3 Jun 2021 08:57

Answers: 10

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Gille D • 5 Jun 2021 07:45

How to Finish the Floor Surface in an Outdoor Sauna

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HilfeHilfe•30 May 2021 08:32

Answers: 6

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junijulibaut • 31 May 2021 21:19

What size is your shower? Any recommendations?

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Acof1978•16 May 2021 14:07

Answers: 26

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Bertram100 • 24 May 2021 12:48

What is the best way to seal wall chases?

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marco2403•21 May 2021 17:40

Answers: 3

Mycraft • 21 May 2021 19:33

Small Sewage Lifting Station Basement Bathroom Issues

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PhilippoJ•21 May 2021 11:11

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PhilippoJ • 21 May 2021 11:11

White noise (flow noise) from rain shower audible to downstairs neighbor

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Melanie.•18 May 2021 15:30

Answers: 10

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hanghaus2000 • 20 May 2021 20:07

Bathroom Renovation: Which Cladding to Use for Pre-Wall Installation Elements?

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Olli-Ka•15 May 2021 04:37

Answers: 7

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ypg • 16 May 2021 10:55

Glass Shower Enclosure on eBay

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immermehr•3 Mar 2021 21:20

Answers: 16

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Olli-Ka • 16 May 2021 05:59

Bathroom renovation without a bathtub and with a walk-in shower, retrofitting a toilet

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Hauwieneubau•24 Apr 2021 10:47

Answers: 4

K1300S • 13 May 2021 10:36

Drainage pipe below the slab is blocked. Suspected ventilation issue.

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Tx-25•11 May 2021 11:40

Answers: 2

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Tx-25 • 11 May 2021 13:26

Looking for a potable water pipe system

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fragefüreinen•2 May 2021 13:52

Answers: 10

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Jann St • 6 May 2021 10:16

New Construction Bathroom Modification Costs

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MikaFro•5 May 2021 09:59

Answers: 9

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HilfeHilfe • 6 May 2021 05:54

The shower toilet suddenly sprays water unexpectedly

manohara•1 Sep 2020 09:08

Answers: 28

11ant • 6 May 2021 01:52

What should go under the shower? What is the correct approach?

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dorisausduesse•1 May 2021 12:55

Answers: 6

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ypg • 2 May 2021 01:01

Mounting Undermount Sink Cabinet

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findi11•26 Apr 2021 23:58

Answers: 3

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hanghaus2000 • 1 May 2021 12:12

Walk-in shower: What is the recommended width for the entrance?

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micric3•10 Mar 2021 12:22

Answers: 43

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Alessandro • 30 Apr 2021 09:10

Experiences with BetteGlaze Plus Surface Coating

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robertnrw•29 Apr 2021 14:32

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robertnrw • 29 Apr 2021 14:32

Obtain the correct rubber gasket for the toilet outlet bend.

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Gerd53•26 Apr 2021 17:14

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Gerd53 • 26 Apr 2021 17:14

Is this a sealing tape intended for water protection?

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Gerd53•26 Apr 2021 09:29

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seat88 • 26 Apr 2021 09:45

Is it advisable to use a faucet with an instant water heater?

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Gerd53•24 Apr 2021 17:49

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nordanney • 24 Apr 2021 18:00

Is Elastogum being used with proper sealing?

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M-joice•20 Apr 2021 23:38

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M-joice • 20 Apr 2021 23:38

Shower slope in the wrong direction

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Xricky22x•12 Apr 2021 09:30

Answers: 36

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Snowy36 • 20 Apr 2021 21:07

Laying an 18-Meter Drain Pipe – Is Special Procedure Required?

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danabanana•16 Apr 2021 10:47

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i_b_n_a_n • 16 Apr 2021 23:14

Remove floor tiles in the shower area

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Gerd53•13 Apr 2021 16:02

Answers: 2

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Gerd53 • 15 Apr 2021 10:41

Removing a Floor-Mounted Toilet Due to Floor Renovation – What Should Be Considered?

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Gerd53•13 Apr 2021 08:40

Answers: 1

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nordanney • 13 Apr 2021 09:23

Clogging Beneath the Foundation Slab – A Mystery

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Tx-25•7 Apr 2021 22:52

Answers: 5

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guckuck2 • 8 Apr 2021 00:33

Water Pipe Burst in the Bathroom.........

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biggi2021•5 Apr 2021 12:33

Answers: 1

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hampshire • 5 Apr 2021 13:58

Bathroom Renovation – "Unusual" Shower Enclosure

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rennschnecke•27 Mar 2021 08:57

Answers: 12

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rennschnecke • 28 Mar 2021 21:17

Bathroom Renovation / Full Refurbishment – Layout Optimization

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LeBruece•22 Mar 2021 19:55

Answers: 42

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Myrna_Loy • 23 Mar 2021 19:57

The siphon or shower drain empties when the toilet is flushed.

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Stefan2.84•8 Jan 2021 11:26

Answers: 29

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Stefan2.84 • 22 Mar 2021 15:14

Tiled shower floor – sooner or later problems caused by the silicone seal?

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annab377•11 Feb 2021 17:09

Answers: 76

Hangman • 18 Mar 2021 10:05

Which water softener system should I choose? I’m having trouble deciding.

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Palme23•13 Mar 2021 08:27

Answers: 6

blackm88 • 14 Mar 2021 11:19

Selection of bathroom tiles (size, layout, height)

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Forsberg21•22 Jan 2021 17:40

Answers: 46

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Forsberg21 • 11 Mar 2021 19:23

Bathroom design: looking for ideas to decorate a small bathroom (7.8 m²).

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Olli-Ka•18 Nov 2020 00:15

Answers: 20

Schimi1791 • 9 Mar 2021 20:24

Is click vinyl waterproof for use in bathrooms?

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Gerd53•8 Mar 2021 10:29

Answers: 4

Tolentino • 8 Mar 2021 22:29

Tiles are lifting extensively across the bathroom floor.

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Gerd53•2 Mar 2021 08:51

Answers: 4

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katara1337 • 3 Mar 2021 14:55

We are looking for tips on detailed bathroom design and planning.

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Hausenno•21 Feb 2021 23:48

Answers: 4

tomtom79 • 22 Feb 2021 17:55

Seamless bathroom or tile backsplash behind the sink

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lars-steina•21 Feb 2021 15:21

Answers: 3

rick2018 • 21 Feb 2021 18:34

Tiled side wall in the bathroom poorly executed

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dollartas•17 Jan 2021 07:38

Answers: 12

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Bookstar • 21 Feb 2021 15:50

Drainpipe with slope – is this acceptable?

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Nanopixel•16 Feb 2021 14:41

Answers: 9

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fach1werk • 20 Feb 2021 21:50

Extension of shower tray with gap to the wall

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NoggerLoger•20 Feb 2021 08:05

Answers: 5

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NoggerLoger • 20 Feb 2021 14:46

Condensation Moisture / Dew Water in a House Ready for Interior Finishing

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DPelin1•14 Feb 2021 08:51

Answers: 6

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Jann St • 18 Feb 2021 15:07

Drain Cleaning of a Walk-In Shower

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skobert•14 Feb 2021 20:55

Answers: 14

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ypg • 17 Feb 2021 10:52

Sound insulation for toilet cistern

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Hausbaer•10 Feb 2021 20:03

Answers: 10

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Snowy36 • 13 Feb 2021 17:25

Vertical vent in the bathroom tiled area

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mini_g!•13 Oct 2020 13:03

Answers: 7

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mini_g! • 9 Feb 2021 20:25

The outdoor water tap was not connected.

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Buddy2709•1 Feb 2021 23:40

Answers: 27

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SaschaL • 3 Feb 2021 19:54

Experiences with black fixtures and limescale?

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Mat350ze•28 Jan 2021 11:42

Answers: 46

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Mat350ze • 1 Feb 2021 09:21

Bathroom Design – Swapping the Shower and Bathtub?

Yaso2.0•29 Jan 2021 20:25

Answers: 24

Yaso2.0 • 1 Feb 2021 07:36

Water pipe with limestone buildup? It’s leaking.

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Kedakai•28 Jan 2021 18:55

Answers: 1

rick2018 • 28 Jan 2021 21:19

How to enclose a bathtub: with a skirt panel or by building it in?

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Traube348•27 Jan 2021 20:49

Answers: 16

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hampshire • 28 Jan 2021 14:05

Bathroom Renovation – Which Manufacturer for Sanitary Fixtures?

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Simon91•23 Jan 2021 15:32

Answers: 16

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Mat350ze • 27 Jan 2021 14:09

Speakers and Television in the Bathroom

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Guido1980•7 Jan 2021 17:57

Answers: 15

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JoachimG. • 16 Jan 2021 19:25

Recommendation for anchors or similar fasteners for mounting on drywall partitions

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Appel2000•12 Jan 2021 09:16

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Michilo • 13 Jan 2021 11:23

Is it possible to install a sink in a bathroom after the initial construction?

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Heidi1965•7 Jan 2021 20:08

Answers: 11

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Tamstar • 11 Jan 2021 16:38

Remove tile grout. Tile has already been removed, but the grout remains.

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Tx-25•8 Jan 2021 08:19

Answers: 3

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Tx-25 • 8 Jan 2021 10:09

Poor planning for new build T-shaped bathroom? Any suggestions? 16 sqm

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Anna_BW•21 Dec 2020 20:02

Answers: 3

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kbt09 • 29 Dec 2020 23:07

What happens when the hot water tank is empty?

ARPcPro•21 Dec 2020 05:07

Answers: 12

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netuser • 22 Dec 2020 10:52

Sink without faucet holes

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Grendel•5 Dec 2020 13:29

Answers: 16

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Olli-Ka • 14 Dec 2020 18:30

Bathroom Planning in New Construction (Parents' and Children's Bathroom)

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Hamburger2020•17 Aug 2020 09:45

Answers: 35

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Hamburger2020 • 3 Dec 2020 10:33

Replace sink with a wall-mounted installation system

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SchinkenSpicke•22 Nov 2020 19:05

Answers: 25

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Tassimat • 2 Dec 2020 20:07

Replacing Plastic Water Pipes?

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simimimi•2 Dec 2020 09:45

Answers: 2

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nordanney • 2 Dec 2020 17:02

Expert Opinions on Bathroom Renovation and Redesign

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RimBade•28 Nov 2020 11:34

Answers: 16

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RimBade • 28 Nov 2020 23:57

Are two inspection chambers necessary?

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Baranej•24 Nov 2020 18:25

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Baranej • 24 Nov 2020 18:45

Plumbing Quote – Realistic and Fair?

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Hausbaer•21 Nov 2020 13:11

Answers: 37

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pagoni2020 • 23 Nov 2020 10:14

Walk-in Shower / Your Tips and Ideas

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Piotr1981•16 Nov 2020 23:05

Answers: 18

kati1337 • 20 Nov 2020 15:03

Comparison of Plumbing Fixture Costs from Different Manufacturers

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unser_schloss•12 Nov 2020 02:48

Answers: 7

11ant • 14 Nov 2020 13:37

Small hot water tank with drip protection / Single-lever low-pressure faucet

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Goooofy•2 Oct 2020 23:23

Answers: 1

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Goooofy • 7 Nov 2020 22:32

Toilet with built-in cistern is leaking / constant drip

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JoeWet4711•4 Nov 2020 06:21

Answers: 9

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JoeWet4711 • 7 Nov 2020 15:30

2 faucets, but only one water supply and drain connection

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Tx-25•12 Jun 2020 12:10

Answers: 16

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Tx-25 • 4 Nov 2020 08:47

Countertop basin (vessel sink) and two-handle faucet

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joerg2712•1 Nov 2020 14:17

Answers: 20

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Bookstar • 2 Nov 2020 21:25