Bathroom Videos

These This Old House videos showcase all of our bathroom projects, how-tos, and designs.

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How To Repair a Shower Anti-Scald Pressure Balancer

Dealing with changing shower temperatures? Read our guide to fix your anti-scald pressure balancer and restore consistent water temperature.
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Shower Upgrades for Aging in Place

This Old House carpenter Nathan Gilbert and plumbing and heating expert Richard Trethewey work together to make a homeowner’s shower safer for aging in place.
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How To Fix a Wobbly Toilet

This Old House plumbing and heating expert Richard Trethewey helps a homeowner diagnose and repair a wobbly toilet.
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How to Clear a Clogged Bathtub Drain

This Old House plumbing and heating expert Richard Trethewey shows how to fix a slow draining tub.
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How to Install a Bidet Toilet

Plumbing and heating expert Richard Trethewey helps a homeowner install a toilet-bidet combination unit.
S22 E15: Richard Trethewey talks with Kevin O'Connor about toilet-bidet combination options.
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How To Select a Bidet

Plumbing expert Richard Trethewey shows us nonelectric and electric bidet options to improve your bathroom experience.
S22 E3: Richard Trethewey repairs a leaking shower valve
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How To Repair a Leaking Shower Valve

Learn how to repair a leaking shower valve or upgrade to a pressure-balanced valve in this guide from plumbing expert Richard Trethewey.
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How to Troubleshoot a Leaky Showerhead

Water coming out of a showerhead every time the tub fills can be annoying. Here’s a helpful way to troubleshoot the issue.
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How to Install a Reserve Tank

Plumbing and heating expert Richard Trethewey installs a reserve tank so a homeowner can finally fill their tub with hot water for a relaxing bath.
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Understanding Bathroom Ventilation Technology

Home technology expert Ross Trethewey teaches host Kevin O’Connor what he needs to know about the latest bathroom ventilation technology.
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How To Paint Tile

Paint expert Mauro Henrique helps a homeowner avoid a costly and drawn-out project by painting his avocado green tiles with an epoxy paint.
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How To Replace a Toilet Seat

Follow our guide to replacing a toilet seat. Learn how to choose the right replacement, remove the old seat, and install the new.
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Understanding Bidets

This Old House plumbing expert Richard Trethewey discusses the benefits of installing a bidet and shows you how to choose the right one.
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How to Replace a Bathroom Faucet

Need to update your bathroom sink faucet? Watch this DIY Smarts as Ask This Old House plumbing and heating expert Richard Trethewey demonstrates how to replace a bathroom faucet.
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How to Clean a Clogged Shower Cartridge

Learn how to clean a clogged shower cartridge with this video and our companion guide.
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How to Build a DIY Bathroom Organizer

Build a free-standing bathroom organizer complete with a tilt-out hamper with This Old House DIY expert and House One editor, Jenn Largesse.
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How To Replace Pedestal Sink Parts

Ask This Old House plumbing and heating expert Richard Trethewey helps a homeowner replace all the plumbing components in his pedestal sink.
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How You Can Clean and Prevent Grout With Homemade Cleaner

In this edition of DIY Smarts, Ask This Old House general contractor Tom Silva offers cleaning tips on how to get rid of dirty tile grout using only household supplies.
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How to Choose a Bathroom Exhaust Fan

Ask This Old House master electrician Heath Eastman discusses new technology for bathroom vent fans.
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How to Caulk Around a Bathtub

Ask This Old House general contractor Tom Silva demonstrates the correct materials and techniques required for re-caulking a bathtub
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New Solutions To Unclog Sinks and Keep Them Clear

Explore traditional and innovative solutions to clear a clogged sink in this guide, with tips from TOH plumbing expert Richard Trethewey.
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Testing the Newest Low-consumption Toilets

Ask This Old House plumbing and heating expert Richard Trethewey travels to a plumbing facility in New Jersey to learn about advances in toilet engineering that help save water
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How to Paint a Mold-Resistant Bathroom

Ask This Old House painter Mauro Henrique paints a bathroom using a mold-resistant paint, in this edition of DIY Smarts.
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How To Replace a Shower Cartridge

A common culprit of shower issues is the shower cartridge. Learn how to replace a shower cartridge in our comprehensive guide.
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How to Choose a New Toilet Seat

Ask This Old House plumbing and heating expert Richard Trethewey discusses DIY Smarts on the basics of choosing and installing toilet seats.
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Future House Extras | Space Bathroom

In this web exclusive extra, Ask This Old House home technology expert Ross Trethewey travels to NASA Johnson Space Center to meet with Mike Berrill and see how astronauts use the bathroom in space
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A Step by Step Guide to Snaking Any Clogged Drain

In our guide, This Old House plumbing expert Richard Trethewey demonstrates how to clear a stopped bathtub or shower drain.
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How To Drain and Vent a Bathroom Sink

If your sink is emitting loud noises or odd smells, you may need to install a vent. Here's what you need to know.
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How to Rotate a Toilet and Address Potential Issues

Moving a toilet to a new location can be a challenging task, but homeowners can handle it with the right approach. Read how to reorient your toilet in our step-by-step guide.
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How to Rebuild a Shutoff Valve

Ask This Old House plumbing and heating expert Richard Trethewey helps a homeowner replace the shutoff valve underneath her kitchen sink
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All About Shower Installation: From Tiling and Finishing

Installing a shower has become easier as new materials hit the market, specifically a waterproof foam board highlighted in this video.
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How to Repair a 3 Handle Shower Faucet

Ask This Old House plumbing and heating expert Richard Trethewey repairs and replaces a leaky shower valve.
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Medicine Cabinet | New Yankee Workshop

Norm constructs a Shaker-inspired cabinet from durable red oak and oak plywood. Go to The New Yankee Workshop to see measured drawings for all projects