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From the Forums: How to Choose a Bathroom Faucet

Posted by: on February 8th, 2013 | Make A Comment

 

A display of the common types of faucets to help understand how to choose a bathroom faucet

 

 

“I need to replace the sink faucet in the bathroom. When I measure it, it looks like 6 inches, but stock all says 4 inches. How do I measure so I know I have the right replacement faucet?”

That was the question that took MizViki to The Home Depot’s Community Forums for an answer. It turns out that knowing how to choose a bathroom faucet is a tricky issue for a lot of people looking to upgrade their bathrooms.

Home Depot associate Christine Sharry (SheCanDoIt22) was there with a clear explanation of the different types of faucets, their measurements and how to know which kind you need for your bathroom remodel.

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Inspired: Decorative Wall Hooks

Posted by: on January 28th, 2013 | Make A Comment

An inspiration board of various decorative wall hooks for a bathroom

 

When it comes to design, it’s important not to overlook the details. Even the smallest parts of the room, such as the decorative wall hooks in the bathroom, can either strengthen or weaken the style you’re looking to create in a space. Take for example, the Liberty Acrylic Facets Wall Hook (top row, middle). If your aim is to create a feminine, modern space, this wall hook would reinforce that aesthetic and tie that feminine look to even the smallest details. Using the same wall hook in a super modern bathroom, however, would look strange and out of place, therefore distracting from that modern feel.

When designing for your home, remember to consider the unique details of each individual element, even the wall hooks.

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The Delta Coco Double Robe Hook features a sleek design in an elegant polished chrome finish, but the small enamel lettering gives it just the slightest vintage feel.

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Clean House: How To Clean A Dirty Shower Head

Posted by: on October 6th, 2012 | One Comment

 

Clean a dirty shower head with white vinegar

Q: My shower head has lots of build-up—and it’s kind of gross. How do I clean it?

In most homes the shower head gets its fair share of use. Naturally, calcium and minerals will start to build up, especially if you’ve got lots of those elements in your local water supply. You may also get some rusty residue.

One solution is to soak the shower head in some acidic white vinegar, which will break down many of the elements that are clogging the flow. Just grab a Ziploc bag or a grocery bag and some rubber bands or hair ties. Fill up the bag with the vinegar, then place the shower head inside until it is fully immersed. Secure the bag with the band and allow it to sit for overnight or longer.

If you’ve got particularly “hard” water, you can also filter the shower, which many people say leads to softer hair and skin as well as a cleaner flow. If the build-up persists, you may want to consider swapping out the shower head for a new model. Check out our selection of shower heads.

Read more of our Clean House cleaning tips here on the Apron blog. And check out The Home Depot’s online Cleaning Supplies page for everything you need to keep your kitchen, bathroom and all of your household spic and span.

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Inspired: The Etoo Wall Light

Posted by: on September 25th, 2012 | 2 Comments

Inspired: The Etoo Wall Light

There are all sorts of contemporary home decor items on the market today, and while most of these pieces are beautiful, sleek fixtures and furniture pieces, you may not always know how to incorporate these modern styles into your existing decor. Or perhaps you have a very modern space, but you aren’t sure how to make it feel comfortable, warm, and homey.

In this inspiration board, we wanted to show how to warm up a modern bathroom. The Etoo wall light was the jumping off point for this space as it perfectly reflects contemporary style with its streamlined form and spherical shape. We also included a very contemporary freestanding bath tub, the Barclay cast iron tub with wooden feet, and a simple, sharp bathroom vanity with a marble top from Home Decorators Collection. These three items created the basis of this space. The next thing to do was jazz it up with colorful accessories and art. Here’s what we chose.

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First Look: Flushing Stuff Down the American Standard Champion 4 Max Toilet

Posted by: on September 23rd, 2012 | Make A Comment

The American Standard Champion 4 Max Toilet has some amazing flush power, even though it only uses 1.28 gallons per flush.

To demonstrate the flushing power, Home Depot associate Steve Wiehe and American Standard’s Ken Keane put the Champion 4 Max through a variety of flushing tests. This included stuff that you wouldn’t normally flush down a toilet, but if someone were to do it, you’d just have to watch. We’re talking about a bucket of wiggly worms, marshmallows, children’s play toys and … 20 golf balls. You don’t want to miss this.

American Standard redesigned the rim of the Champion 4 Max so that once flushed, the toilet traps air within the rim, resulting in a much better cleaning on the side of the bowl. You can see this cleaning demonstration along with the golf ball demonstration in this week’s First Look video:

Our First Look series gives Apron Blog readers an inside look by highlighting some of the videos our store associates watch to learn about the new products and services available at The Home Depot.

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YouTube Tuesday: Bathroom Tile Idea With Bold Stripes

Posted by: on September 4th, 2012 | Make A Comment

 

Bold stripes are a popular trend in home décor. Whether painted on, wallpapered or tiled, bold stripes add a lot of visual appeal, and they can make rooms feel larger and walls appear taller. Adding stripes is a terrific bathroom tile idea.

In this how-to video, Home Depot associate Ruth will show you how to punch up the look of your bathroom using mosaic wall tiles to create a bold stripe accent wall. You’ll see how SimpleMat tile setting mat makes installing the 12 x 12 tile stripes super simple and easy. And with the tiles in place, you’ll be ready to grout, add pencil molding for a finished look, and clean and polish your newly installed tile with a sponge and cheese cloth.

You’ll also get painting tips and as well as a complete list of the tools and products needed to get started.

We have plenty more videos. Catch up with YouTube Tuesdays and Thursdays. 

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St. Paul Bath Suites Simplify an Upgrade

Posted by: on July 20th, 2012 | 2 Comments

 

A St. Paul Suite in Espresso

 

If you’ve ever backed up the line at Baskin-Robbins, you know it’s true: Sometimes making decisions is no fun. Especially when there are hundreds of options (which means thousands of combinations!) to choose from.

Decision paralysis is certainly not limited to the ice cream shop. If you are looking to renovate your home, especially in the kitchen or bathroom, you’ll have lots of decisions to make—and often one decision leads to other questions.

Enter our new  St. Paul Bath Suites, available at homedepot.com. These bundled items take the guesswork out of a bathroom upgrade—and also save you cold hard cash in the process. There are 22 unique combos in the line. Here’s why they are pretty sweet. 

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Walking the (Virtual) Aisles: Delta H2Okinetic Showerheads

Posted by: on July 12th, 2012 | 3 Comments

A Delta H2Okinetic Showerhead

 

Taking a shower should be more than just a daily cleansing. A really great shower– especially with a shower massage– can be a spiritual experience.

Delta H2Okinetic™  Showerheads, which are available on homedepot.com and at select Home Depot stores, make that spiritual experience happen—all because of some very special features.

FIVE THINGS TO KNOW ABOUT DELTA H2Okinetic Showerheads

The Drops are Sculpted Into a Wave, Giving the Feeling of More Water
Internal chips in the showerheads sculpt the water into a unique wave pattern, actually giving the feeling of more water despite using less. (They use about two gallons per minute, earning them WaterSense certification.) This patented H2Okinetic Technology is a bit of magic that actually helps the environment. It’s “making waves” everywhere.

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Places: Bathtubs in Bedrooms

Posted by: on July 5th, 2012 | One Comment
Freestanding bathtub in white bedroom

via Interiorholic

 

It’s no secret that residential design has come a long way in the last 200 years. Building materials have changed, closets are bigger, and kitchen appliances are now smarter than their owners… But lately we’ve been circling back in a wave of nostalgia. In recent years we’ve seen the resurgence of vintage kitchen and bath fixtures, the growing popularity of reclaimed wood, and other trends that celebrate furniture and building pieces that remind us of the past.

One such trend rooted in the past is adding a bathtub to the bedroom. While it might seem like a preposterous idea, many of the first bathtubs were installed in the bedroom, as few homes in the 19th century had whole rooms designated for bathing. The first bathtubs were claw foot tubs made of cast iron and porcelain, and these expensive fixtures were strictly reserved for the upper class. Today, a free standing bathtub still evokes a luxurious bathing experience for homeowners that it once had hundreds of years ago, only today that bathtub feels timeworn and charming.

We’ve collected images of some wonderful bath-in-bedroom ideas.

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Can You Spot the Stone Effects Countertop?

Posted by: on June 22nd, 2012 | 13 Comments

A Stone Effects vanity

 

If you were asked to identify which of two substances was a piece of stone, and which was a piece of plastic, you’d put money on guessing correctly, wouldn’t you? What about the new alternative to traditional granite, Stone Effects? We’re willing to bet you can’t tell the difference.  (Take the quiz below to find out.)

Stone Effects is a line of vanity tops created made by St. Paul Home Products. It uses a new photo-fusion technology to create stone patterns and textures on the materials that have the classy feel of quartz or granite. But it’s 25 to 45 percent cheaper than granite or quartz.

Stone Effects vanity tops have some other real advantages, too. Traditional granite is porous and absorbs liquids and other materials easily. This means it may need to be sealed every six months to avoid staining. The Stone Effects line includes Diamond Shield, a countertop material that isn’t porous. It stands up to spills, and also resists the mold and mildew that can be a problem in a bathroom. Considering all of the mouthwash, nail polish remover and cleaners that come into the equation in a bathroom, the new approach makes a whole lot of sense.

The porous nature of most granite vanity tops also means that they require a special cleaner. Stone Effects can be used with a regular multi-purpose cleaner and will come out smooth and shiny.

Take the quiz below to see if you can spot the stone versus Stone Effects. Stone Effects tops are available in a variety of colors and textures. Explore the look at home by ordering a 4-inch chip sample of Stone Effects for just $8 on homedepot.com. (These are not available in stores.)

 

Guess which sample is stone and which is Stone Effects

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