Removable, handheld shower heads will increase your shower’s comfort and efficiency. This quick guide will help you install a new head, whether it’s part of a quick replacement or a total bathroom overhaul. It’s important to note that this installation information is only for handheld heads. Using this guide for rain or fixed shower heads…
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Bathroom Remodel Checklist
Before proceeding with a bathroom remodel, it can be very helpful to have a bathroom remodeling checklist on hand for reference. These step by step instructions can be a great way to keep your project on track and on time. Your basic bathroom remodeling checklist should include: Get Your Design Set Figure Out What Contractors…
How to Unclog Your Garbage Disposal
Learn how to unclog your garbage disposal with My Fix it Up Life and HomeAdvisor. Fixing your clogged disposal might be easier than you think!
Tile Calculator
Before you begin using this simple tiling calculator: Measure the length and width of the tiling area – round up to the nearest foot. Know the size of the tiles you’re using for the project. NOTE: The calculator automatically adds a 10% waste allowance for cutting and breakage. How to Measure for Tile (Room Area/Single…
Vinyl Flooring Calculator
Vinyl Plank Flooring Calculator To calculate your vinyl plank flooring: Enter the length and width of your flooring project in the calculator above. Add 10% for waste and overage. Divide that by the case or pallet coverage. Besides self-leveling materials for uneven floors, you’ll also need extra materials depending on the type you buy: Luxury…
Drywall Calculator
How to Estimate Drywall or Sheetrock You can both estimate the total square feet of drywall, also known as gypsum board, you’ll need and the number of sheets. For an estimate, use the calculator above or follow these steps: Drywall needed = total area/sheet size. Multiply the length and height of one wall. Don’t worry…
Lumber Calculator
This free lumber estimator gives you a tool to calculate how much lumber you need for your project. Find out what a board foot is, how to measure it and estimate how much wood you need for your deck, flooring or framing project. Board Feet vs. Linear Feet Lumberyards normally deal in board feet, particularly…
Resilient Tile Calculator
Tips on Measuring for Resilient Tile Enter the size of the rooms to be covered and then select the size of the tile you plan to use. The calculator will determine how many tiles you need, including a standard 10 percent waste allowance. Homeowner Tip – Individual tiles are commonly 12 inches square, but also…
Wallpaper Calculator
Tips on Measuring for Wallpaper Before you begin, take the room measurements in the list below – round to the nearest foot. 1. Wall Height Measure from floor to ceiling. 2. Wall perimeter for areas you plan to wallpaper Measure the length of each wall. Add all lengths together to obtain the total horizontal distance,…
Paint Calculator
Use this handy tool to plug in the dimensions of your painting project, calculate the number of square feet and find how much paint you need per gallon for your interior room, ceiling or exterior siding. Tips on Measuring for Paint Before you begin, take the room measurements in the list below – round to…
Roofing Calculator
Tips on Measuring for Roofing To accurately calculate the area of your roof, you must first determine its slope, or pitch. Roof pitches are described in terms of rise and run. The run is the distance from the outside edge of a perimeter stud wall to the center of the house. The rise is the…