Bathrooms
From tiny remodels to spa-like custom-builds, find your inspiration for your next bathroom project here.
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
Bath Makeover for $189
To show just how far a little time and money can go, a homeowner gives her master bath its first new look in more than 20 years
New Solutions to Unclog Sinks
Ask This Old House plumbing and heating expert Richard Trethewey discusses some innovations that can make clearing a clogged sink easier
Bathroom Before and After: Kid-Friendly Remodel
Swapping adjacent bath and laundry locations allows for a smarter layout and fresh finishes
Bath Tiling Made Easier
Renovating your bath? Take the stress out of a DIY tile job—and save some time and money—with these off-the-shelf helpers
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
Top 20 Best New Home Products | Bath
We continue our best new home products with finds for baths and laundry rooms, whether they’re in need of a major reno or just a quick refresh.
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.
Bathroom Before and After: Small Change, Big Impact
Sacrificing a linen closet allows a little bath to live larger within the same footprint
Harness the Healing Power of Steam
Once considered an extravagance, steam rooms are now more attainable than most people may think—they can simply (and affordably) be added to an existing shower enclosure. Here’s how you can transform your bathing experience with a spa-quality steam shower, and begin to reap the healthy benefits of steam.
Best Kitchen & Bath Before and Afters of 2018
Explore our most popular transformations of the year, and gather ideas for your own remodel
Small-Bathroom Before and After: Smart Paint Opens Up a Space
Lightening up overhead—and underfoot—allows a windowless bath to be wrapped in a warm, dark shade for a sophisticated new look
Bath Before and After: Same Size, Standout Style
A wall came down and a new layout and amenities went in, turning a two-part bath into a seamless, one-of-a-kind space
How to Replace a Shower Cartridge
Ask This Old House plumbing and heating expert Richard Trethewey travels to Seattle to help a homeowner whose shower runs cold whenever there’s a demand for hot water elsewhere in the house.
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.
Fix a Chipped Sink
Whether it’s a plumber’s wrench or a heavy stockpot, slips happen—and vitreous china, fireclay, and enameled-metal sinks often bear the scars. Luckily, DIY repair kits that contain epoxy paints and fillers can heal chips in glossy ceramic surfaces. Here, tips for getting the best results
2018 Idea House | Beds and Baths
Built to sleep eleven of your closest family and friends, each of the bedrooms and baths at the TOH 2018 Idea House was designed with a distinctly different vibe, and plenty of comfortable amenities.
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
Before and After Bath: A Versatile, Kid-Friendly Space
With custom storage solutions and an upbeat but classic look, this kid’s personal space won’t get old for ages
How to Snake a Clogged Drain
Ask This Old House plumbing and heating expert Richard Trethewey shows how to clear a stopped bathtub or shower drain
How to Drain and Vent a Bathroom Sink
Ask This Old House plumbing and heating expert Richard Trethewey helps add ventilation to a bathroom sink that is unvented.
How to Rotate a Toilet
Ask This Old House plumbing and heating expert Richard Trethewey helps a homeowner rotate a toilet to a more sensible orientation.
Top 3 Bathroom Design Ideas and Trends
A gut renovation is an ideal time to add a splurge-worthy feature to your bath. Here’s what you need to know if you want to add a freestanding tub, floating vanity, or curbless shower
Redoing Your Bathroom? Read This!
If you're looking to beautify your bath, check out our expert tips for all budget levels, from modest makeover to major remodel
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
TOH Know-How: All About Shower Installation
Tom Silva shows us how to get a shower tile-ready using waterproof building panels from Schluter
Before and After Bath: Character Boost
Shiplap walls, distressed-wood cabinets, and mixed metal finishes set a new tone for a master bath in desperate need of a warmer, less generic look
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.
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
Oak Bathroom Vanity | New Yankee Workshop
Norm builds a bathroom vanity inspired by a dry sink he found at a 1790 Shaker house and museum. Go to The New Yankee Workshop to see measured drawings for all projects
How to Replace a Vinyl Floor with Ceramic Tile
Ask This Old House general contractor Tom Silva helps a homeowner replace the peeling, vinyl floor in his bathroom with a ceramic tile floor
Before and After Bath: Classic and Calming
Traditional finishes, an oversize shower, and lots of marble add up to one very luxurious guest bath