Operating the fan and lights on the same switch can solve several problems and prevent future difficulties, so you may want to do it even if your bathroom has two switches. Condensation from hot water produces mold and can shorten the life of light fixtures and bulbs, but the water will not condense if the …
Bathroom Accessories & Appliances
Common bathroom accessories & appliance questions answered.
The NEC (National Electrical Code) and local building codes mandate bathroom vent fans in any bathroom that does not have a window that can be opened to allow ventilation. They are necessary for some areas, even if windows are present. A vent fan serves two functions: It can eliminate scents and hot, damp air. Mold …
Installing a bathroom fan isn’t rocket science, but things become a bit tricky if you can’t access the attic. The only purpose of accessing the attic is routing the exhaust vents outside. The difficulty becomes tenfold if the attic is inaccessible and the exhaust isn’t in place. So, how do you install a bathroom fan …
It’s common to go into a bathroom, and when the light is turned on, a loud noise comes from the ceiling. This loud, often annoying sound is the fan that is also turned on once the light turns on. Bathrooms have fans to eliminate the moisture caused by the shower and sink. Bathroom fans help …
Bathroom mirrors and the bathtub and sink are the most iconic pieces of the bathroom setup. Bathroom mirrors are different from regular mirrors because they’re made with tempered glass. The tempered glass will shatter into tiny shards if broken, limiting the risk of injury. Bathroom mirrors are also different from regular mirrors structurally as well …
Waterproof blinds for showers are a great addition to small bathrooms that gather steam while taking a shower or bath. Houses that often fight cold weather will shut their shower windows often, allowing moisture to build up during bathing. Having this in mind, we want to find the most elegant shower blinds that not only …
Bathroom wall heaters are small appliances that help heat a small space quickly. If you’ve ever taken a hot shower and stepped out into a cold room in winter. Bathroom wall heaters feel great in the morning, but are they safe? Bathroom wall heaters are safe for the bathroom with a few precautions. Wall heaters …
Light bulbs purchased around the house are often damp rated or wet rated. Based on how much moisture is being absorbed in that room, these ratings will help determine which style and type of bulb to buy. This often raises the question, do bathroom lights need to be damp rated? Any bathroom light bulb that …
Bathroom rugs are a few items in a bathroom that tend to get dirty most often. The bathroom rug can build up bacteria quickly between the showers every morning and night. People will often wash rugs and towels at the same time. Is this a good idea? Bathroom rugs should not be washed with towels. …