Q: Dear Ed: We have an older shower stall, and the mixing valve has to be replaced. The valve is installed in an area hard to access, and we need to open up the tile. The present tile can’t be matched ...

Q: I think I may have a leak in my shower stall. Is this something I can fix myself or am I just going to get myself into deep water? A: In the harsh haze of the early morning routine comes a sudden ...

Windows in a shower are a source of natural light but can also cause significant issues when moisture from inside the shower infiltrates them. While windows can endure weather conditions from the ...

Dear James: I have recently noticed a damp spot on the ceiling beneath the shower stall. My house is only three years old. What is the cause and how can I fix it? — Nicholas D. Dear Nicholas: For a ...

Q: We are remodeling our bathroom to include a walk-in shower. We want to design a custom shower, but do not want to use tile. Do you have any suggestions on how we can build our shower stall using ...

Dear Sonia: A shower stall with a tile floor is very attractive, but it can be a complicated home improvement project. Before you tackle a job of this magnitude, do some research to be sure you will ...

Q We are remodeling our bathroom to include a walk-in shower. We want to design a custom shower, but do not want to use tile. Do you have any suggestions on how we can build our shower stall using ...

Dear James: I have recently noticed a damp spot on the ceiling beneath the shower stall. My house is only 3 years old. What is the cause and how can I fix it? — Nicholas D. Dear Nicholas: For a house ...

A: Let’s start from the bottom up. If you’re not going to use tile, usually you need to first choose a premade shower base. Shower bases are factory-made and available in different sizes and materials ...