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Standard Tub Drain Size
| Updated October 28, 2023 | Published April 30, 2022

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 | Published April 28, 2022

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 | Published April 27, 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.

Best Green Paint Colors for Bedroom
| Updated October 19, 2022 | Published April 26, 2022

Green is a very trendy color in interior design right now, predominantly because of its links to nature, growth, and new beginnings. The onset of the global pandemic, which meant that many people were stuck to the confines of their homes for long periods of time, has resulted in a need to invite the outdoors in, making us feel closer to nature. One of the best ways to link the outdoor world with the interior of your home is to use color, and since green is the color of nature’s backdrop, this is the perfect color to use.

Standard Toilet Flapper Sizes
| Updated July 13, 2022 | Published April 25, 2022

Once you have established that you need a new toilet flapper, you will discover that there are two sizes available. These are the 2-inch toilet flapper and the 3-inch toilet flapper.

Eye Catching Tile and Grout Color Combinations for Bathrooms and Kitchens
| Updated July 26, 2022 | Published April 24, 2022

When you look at the majority of grout and tile color combinations in bathrooms and kitchens, you’d be forgiven to think that they only come in neutral colors. 

What is the Best Color for Bath Towels
| Updated October 19, 2022 | Published April 19, 2022

If you’re trying to decide between colored or white bath towels for your bathroom, here you’ll find some useful tips for choosing the best color towels for your space. We will weigh the pros and cons of both white and colored towels so you can have a relaxing bubble bath with the right towel color.

9 Stall Size Shower Curtains for a More Enjoyable Showering Experience
| Updated July 13, 2022 | Published April 17, 2022

Whether you’re about to remodel your bathroom or just looking for a new shower curtain for your stall shower, this task can often be overlooked. Compact or narrow bathrooms don’t have full size tubs, so it makes sense to opt for a stall shower instead. Such stalls save space and best of all, they are convenient to use.

7 Best Tiles for Living Room Floor
| Updated October 17, 2022 | Published April 17, 2022

But when you think of flooring tiles, it is usually the kitchen or bathroom that comes to mind. However, tiles will look just as good in the living room as they do in any other room. This low-maintenance flooring option can give your living room a refined style – provided you choose the right kind of tile.

12 Simple and Authentic Hygge Living Room Ideas
| Updated April 17, 2022 | Published April 17, 2022

Hygge is a cozy, minimalist style decor concept that revolves around bringing your loved ones together and appreciating the good things in your life. This interior design trend is a signature of the Danish lifestyle, which is synonymous with the Scandinavian interiors consisting of neutral colors and natural materials.

Stylish Hardware Colors and Finishes for Black Kitchen Cabinets
| Updated July 14, 2022 | Published April 14, 2022

Knobs and handles are a small yet essential part of a kitchen cabinet design. In fact, no exterior cabinet design is complete without hardware. But if you are thinking of replacing your black cabinet’s hardware, or you like the idea of fitting black cabinets in your new kitchen, you’ll need to think about the hardware colors and finishes that work best with this striking cabinet color.

King Size Split Box Spring Dimensions
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When fully assembled, a king-size split box spring is measured at 8 inches in height, 76 inches in width, and 80 inches in length. When disassembled and separated into two pieces, each box spring will measure 8 inches in height, 38 inches in width, and 80 inches in length.