Lee Wallender is a home improvement writer of nearly 20 years and specializes in home remodeling, repair and maintenance. Cassidy was an updates editor whose main responsibility is to write and edit ...

Last week, we responded to a San Mateo reader whose husband has a neurological condition that affects his walking and balance. She was concerned about his safety at home. We can relate: Both of us ...

Replacing a toilet dramatically improves the look and functionality of the bathroom. A new toilet saves money by saving water, and toilets that are too difficult or too costly to repair are candidates ...

In this video, we cover essential DIY tips for toilet maintenance and repair. Learn how to install a new toilet, fix or replace a toilet handle, and tighten or replace a toilet seat quickly. Featured ...

Q: Dear Ed: I do all my own home improvements and currently thinking about installing a new skirted-style toilet in place of my old toilet. Can a skirted toilet replace a standard toilet without ...

First you need to know how your toilet works. It consists of two parts: the tank and the bowl. Your house has a supply line that brings water into the tank, where a float stops it from filling past a ...

Dear Debbie: There is nothing worse than trying to clean old black motor oil and grease mixed with grit from the doorknobs and floors, not to mention their odor. The very fine grit from brakes and ...

There are many reasons to replace your old toilet for a nice new shiny one. Whether the old throne is 1970’s avocado green and doesn't match your new décor, or it is cracked and has nasty water stains ...

Dear Ed: I do all my own home improvements and I am thinking about installing a new skirted-style toilet in place of my old one. Can a skirted toilet replace a standard toilet without changing the ...