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Is My Bathroom Dated? – Part Four: The 1970’s to 1990’s
When it comes to home renovation, homeowners are frequently advised to focus on their bathrooms. Your bathroom or bathrooms can make or break a house during refinancing or selling, which makes it all the more important to keep them fresh and modern rather than old and dated. Simple components like wallpaper, toilet style, and even […]
Remodeling
Is My Bathroom Dated? – Part Three: 1960’s & 1970’s
It is not uncommon to find some older homes with bathrooms looking twice as old. This is notable through the difference in the color scheme and the fittings used. If you have a bathroom dated in the mid 1970’s, you notice that there is predominant color used on the bathtub, sink, toilet seat and cistern. […]
Remodeling
Is My Bathroom Dated? – Part Two: Post WWII
The end of the Second World War brought about a dynamic change in America’s housing industry. Due to the great depression of the 1930’s, the housing industry had collapsed and this created a gap that resulted in a great demand for houses after the war. In the immediate post-war years, around the 1950’s, the dream […]
Remodeling
Is My Bathroom Dated?- Part One: Victorian
The tendency for older homes to have even older looking bathrooms is a common problem. Luckily, it can be remedied using the right tools and resources, without destroying the original character of the house. Homes with Victorian-style bathrooms can look old and outdated if they are not properly kept up, but replacing and reviving a […]
Remodeling
Does Adding Another Bathroom Upstairs Make Sense?
So you have been standing in line waiting for your teenager to finish in the bathroom and wondering if you will make your appointment on time? If you’re like me, waiting on my teenage daughter to finish her hour-long “dolling up” routine can be frustrating and infuriating. As I stand there I wonder if adding […]
News
What To Do About Nasty, Brown Water
The water that comes out of your faucet should always be clean, clear and pristine. So when you see (and sometimes smell) nasty brown water flowing from the tap, there’s plenty of reason to be alarmed. Brown water is an occurrence that points to a number of problems with your water system or the source […]
Plumbing Tips
Soft Water– It Isn’t Infused With Pillows
You’ve probably heard the terms “soft water” and “hard water” referenced when talking about plumbing and water systems. However, you’re probably unfamiliar with the exact definition of the two and how both can affect your plumbing and appliances. Now is a good time to learn about hard water and soft water, as well as why […]
Plumbing Tips
Plastic Pipes, Are They Right For You?
Homeowners and plumbers have plenty of choices when it comes to the piping to use for plumbing systems. Copper and PVC piping are two of the most popular types of piping available on the market, and are worked with frequently by the professionals at CW Service Pros . Since it conducts heat and electricity well, […]
Plumbing Tips
What NOT To-Do When Installing a Prep Sink
Designer Jennifer Ott gives six tips during the installation of a secondary kitchen sink. When installing your sink on an island, placing the sink in the center or installing it on an overly small island will reduce useful working space. Avoid choosing prep sink that is too small, installing it in a corner or far […]
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Plumbing 101 and Some – Simple Things You Can Do!
Plumbing Basics If you don’t know anything about plumbing, don’t let that stop you from learning some of the basics that every renter or homeowner should know. A little knowledge can go a long way in case of a plumbing emergency or if your plumbing starts doing something it shouldn’t. You don’t need to become […]