Expert Advice on Home Improvement

There were a number of innovative new bathroom fixtures on display at the Kitchen and Bath Industry Show (KBIS) including streamlined faucets from Kohler and hand blown glass faucets from Danze. Watch this video to find out more. Watch this video.

If your looking for a environmentally friendly vanity for your bathroom, consider these unusual sink bases made from recycled materials by Bristol Bath. Made from old metal drums, wooden barrels, and used tires, these sinks not only help the environment but can also make a great conversation piece in your bathroom. Watch this video to find out more. Watch this video.

Bathroom towel bars are often secured only to the drywall and not the studs. Over time pressure on the towel bar can cause it to work loose. Watch this video to find out how to repair this problem. Watch this video.

Porcelain and ceramic tile are durable materials that are often used on floors and walls in bathrooms and kitchens. Watch this video to find out what you need to consider when purchasing tile for your home. Watch this video.

Replacing the hinges and pulls on your cabinets is an inexpensive, easy to do DIY project that can make a big difference in the appearance of your kitchen. Watch this video to find out how to go about it. Watch this video.

Replacing an old range hood with a sleek new model is a fairly easy DIY project that can improve the look and functionality of your kitchen. Watch this video to see how to go about installing a range hood in your kitchen. Watch this video.

Kitchen renovation often involves removing the existing kitchen countertops and replacing them with new ones. This can be a difficult in older homes, since plastic laminate countertops were often constructed on site and nailed to the walls and cabinets. Watch this video to see how it’s done. Watch this video.

Replacing the dishwasher in your kitchen isn’t that difficult a DIY project, though it does require a bit of basic plumbing and wiring. Watch this video to find out how to go about it. Watch this video.

Bathroom exhaust vent fans are needed to remove excess humidity that can lead to mold or mildew and cause damage to your walls or ceiling. Unlike older vent fans, new models are much quieter and more efficient. Watch this video to find out how to replace an existing vent fan with a new one. Watch this video.

The 2010 Kitchen and Bath Industry Show was held in Chicago with lots of cool and innovative new products on display from cabinets and countertops to showerheads and wine racks. Read more to find out more. Read in full.