Sinks

From bathrooms to kitchens to basement utility rooms – here’s your guide to choosing the right sink for your space.

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9 Outdoor Sink Ideas

Once you install an outdoor sink, you'll wonder how you ever lived without one! Check out these cool store-bought and DIY outdoor sink ideas.

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How To Clean a Copper Sink

Copper sinks add that "wow factor" to your kitchen. If you haven't installed one because you think they're hard to...


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How To Get Rid of Garbage Disposal Smells

Garbage disposals make quick work of food scraps, but need TLC to keep them smelling fresh. Clean yours cheaply and...


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A Guide To Pipe Fittings and How To Use Them

If you're doing a plumbing installation or repair, you'll need to buy pipe and pipe fittings. Here's some help figuring...


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Unclog Drains with Ease Using This Power Drum Auger

Don't waste your money on a plumber. Instead try this inexpensive, easy-to-use Family Handyman Approved power drum auger.

Make Dirty Silicone Caulk Look New Again Without Replacing It

We tried GE Re-New, the product that spiffs up the silicone seams in your kitchen and bath in no time.


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No Job Is too Tough for Family Handyman Approved Grime Hand Soap

A fiercely degreasing hand soap that's still gentle on your skin?  Give this Family Handyman Approved Grime Hand Soap a...

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15 Tips and Tricks for Faucets and Sinks

Fight bad odors, stains and other issues with these handy tips for cleaning and maintaining your sinks and faucets.


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How to Unclog a Drain Without Harsh Chemicals

Need to clear up a clog but don't want to mess with any chemicals? Here's how.


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Undermount Bathroom Sink Buyer’s Guide

Undermount bathroom sinks are sleek, sophisticated and clean-looking. If you're in the market for a new one, there are plenty...


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Homeowner’s Guide To Bathroom Sink Dimensions and Sizes

Bathroom sink dimensions fall within standard ranges, but there are no rules. The good news? You can usually find a...

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Homeowner’s Guide To Drop-In Bathroom Sinks

Drop-in bathroom sinks are extremely popular and range in style from utilitarian to uncommonly distinctive. Here's what to know before...


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A Homeowner’s Guide To Vessel Bathroom Sinks

Still quite popular, vessel bathroom sinks can add a touch of elegance and drama to any bath or powder room.


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Undermount vs. Drop-In Sinks: Which Is Better?

Curious about undermount vs. drop-in sinks? Read on to learn about both types so you can decide which of these...


15 Types of Bathroom Sinks

Considering a bathroom renovation? Here's an overview of the most common types of bathroom sinks.


What Is the Thing Next to My Kitchen Faucet?

You're not the only person to ask this question.

How to Create a Home Spa Bathroom

See the ways you can easily transform your bathroom into a spa oasis, from replacing shower fixtures to upgrading lighting...


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If You See Green Residue in Your Sink, This Is What It Means

What is causing that blue-green stain in the bottom of your sink? Algae? Toothpaste? Nope, the culprit is copper!


How to Make and Install a Flushmount Sink and Countertop

Save on countertops by making them yourself with the luxury option of an undermount sink.


What Are the Colored Squares on Toothpaste Tubes?

That colored block on each tube of toothpaste has generated all kinds of myths. Here's the real explanation!


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13 Best Sink Cleaners

There are more germs in the kitchen sink than in the toilet after flushing! Clean and sanitize the kitchen sink...


How to Replace a Kitchen Sink Basket Strainer

Replace a sink strainer—it’s easy!


45 Kitchen Mistakes You Need to Stop Making

Your kitchen will never function better if you avoid these common mistakes.


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16 Hydrogen Peroxide Uses You Never Knew About

Keep a bottle of hydrogen peroxide in every room of your house to whiten teeth, clean mirrors, prevent stains and...


17 Things to Keep Within Reach in the Kitchen to Make Life Easier

Never worry about having a jar that won't open.

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10 Best Home Improvement Projects Under $250

A little can go a long way when it comes to home improvements. For just $250 you can make some...


How to Install a Touchless Faucet

Faucet installation made easy.


How to Install a New Bathroom Vanity and Sink

A fresh new look for your bathroom.


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You Won’t Believe What Could Be Growing in Your Tap Water

Researchers found bacteria in tap water can actually proliferate if a faucet has gone unused for a few days. Luckily,...


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8 Best Sink Mats and Grids

A sink mat or grid will protect your sink, as well as your dishes, from scratches and dings.


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15 Things Home Inspectors Wish You Knew

These things home inspectors wish you knew can help sellers prepare for a home sale and make buyers aware of...