Rooms

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Rooms

Parts of a Water Heater
| Updated June 18, 2023

The water heater is responsible for heating, storing, and supplying hot water to different parts of the home on demand, such as a showerhead, a kitchen faucet, or a bathtub. Here we look into the various parts of a water heater in more detail and how they work.

Does A Laundry Room Need a Door
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Here we look at some of the reasons why installing a door in a laundry room could be beneficial and reasons why you might decide against it.

Dazzling Dining Room Mirror Ideas for a Touch of Class
| Updated January 10, 2024

Mirrors are a classy way to make a statement in your dining space. They will not only make the room feel larger, but they also bring a hint of sparkle and charm to your space.

Kitchen trash can sizes
| Updated March 14, 2023

Kitchen trash cans come in a variety of sizes, ranging from small under-sink trash cans to freestanding tall trash cans. Some common kitchen trash sizes include 7 to 10 gallons, 12 to 16 gallons, and 20 to 30 gallons. 

Nursery Layouts for Small Rooms
| Updated February 1, 2024

If you have a small nursery room and don’t know how to arrange furniture and accessories for the best function and looks, this article will shed some ideas with floor plans for inspiration.

10x10 Nursery Layouts
| Updated December 17, 2023

Your babies or young children need a functional and enjoyable room as you do. If you have a small spare 10×10 room to set up a nursery room, this post is for you. We’ll give you some great nursery layout ideas for inspiration. 

Cost to Furnish a 3 Bedroom House
| Updated August 9, 2022

The average cost of furnishing a three-bedroom home in the United States is $16,000, though, of course, this is a figure that can vary dramatically depending on your style, taste, and the quality of items you buy.

Cabinet handle sizes
| Updated July 19, 2022

If you’re looking at investing in new cabinet handles, then the size of them is going to be one of the factors you need to consider. Here we look at the common sizes available and explain handle terminology.

parts of a washing machine
| Updated May 6, 2022

Here we look at the anatomy of a washing machine and the role that each one plays in the overall workings of the appliance. You may find this 3D diagram in handy when reading the descriptions of each part of a washing machine.

Standard Tub Drain Size
| Updated October 28, 2023

A standardized drain diameter for a bathtub drain is around 1 and a half inches. Non-standard drain diameters such as antique bathtubs and vintage bathtubs will typically have slightly smaller drains measuring 1 ⅜ inch but you can use a reducer washer to fit the 1.5-inch pipework.

How High Do You Hang a Shower Curtain
| Updated November 21, 2023

With standard shower curtains measuring 72 inches in length, the ideal height for hanging the curtain pole is between 75 and 77 inches. This means that the curtain won’t hang so low that it drags along the floor, but it won’t hang so high that water escapes into the bathroom when you are using the shower.

How to Place a Sectional in a Small Living Room
| Updated July 6, 2022

Furniture layout options can feel restricted in a small living room, especially when the items are oversized, such as a sectional sofa. However, a sectional sofa can be used in a variety of ways in a small living room to enhance the atmosphere and provide additional seating space to accommodate more people. Here we look at the various ways you can place a sectional in a small living room.