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  1. How to Fix a Chipped Sink

    You can fix chipped enamel on cast iron and steel sinks , and you can make the repair almost invisible with a special enamel repair kit. We show you how.

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  1. How to Replace a Sink Base Cabinet Floor

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    The flimsy particleboard bottoms in most kitchen and bathroom sink bases are often swollen and moldy from leaks. The best fix is to cut them out and replace them.

  2. Unclog a Bathroom Sink Without Chemicals

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    Bathroom sink clogged? Here's an easy fix that doesn't require chemicals or drain snakes.

  3. How to Replace a Kitchen Sink Basket Strainer

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    Quick and easy fix for a leaky kitchen sink basket strainer. Replace the basket strainer yourself in just an hour and save the cost of a visit from the plumber.

  4. Unclog a Kitchen Sink

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    Kitchen sink clogs—usually caused by grease or overworked garbage disposers can be easily removed in minutes with these simple tools and common-sense tips.

  5. How to Clear Clogged Sink Drains

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    Clogged sink drain? With a few inexpensive tools and a little practice you can clear up all but the most stubborn drain clogs in less than an hour. Save yourself the plumbing service call and unclog your drain yourself by following our step-by-step instructions.

  6. How to Plumb a Pedestal Sink

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    Make your cramped bathroom feel more spacious and stylish by tearing out the old vanity and sink and installing a new pedestal sink . It's the easiest way to remodel a bathroom. This simple change-out will make your entire bathroom will feel fresh and new again.

  7. Replace a Sink Sprayer and Hose

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    Replace a leaky or clogged sprayer hose and head in fifteen minutes. The trick is getting to the hose connection under the sink .

  8. Plumbing an Island Sink

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    Plumbing an island sink can be a challenge. That's because there is no adjacent wall to run a vent for the drain. This article will show you two different solutions to solve this vexing plumbing problem.

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Other Articles for DIYers from Around the Web

  1. Jonathan Adler's New Kohler COLORS Sinks - Bob's Blogs

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    FromBobVila.com

    Given Jonathan Adler’s all-consuming love of c...

  2. Tempered Glass - Vessel Sinks : 10 Works of Art - Bob Vila

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    FromBobVila.com

    Tempered Glass - While they may have been inspired by the traditional dresser-top wash basin and pitcher, today's vessel sinks are nothing short of works of art.

  3. Bathroom Designs - Bob Vila

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    FromBobVila.com

    The fun part of bathroom remodeling is ogling vessel sinks , walk-in showers, towel heaters, translucent tiles and graceful faucets. Even the newer toilet...

  4. 6 Simple Bathroom Storage Tips and Tricks

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    FromBobVila.com

    My wife and I have a very small bathroom. The tub, toilet, and sink are lined up shoulder to shoulder along one wall....

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Other Videos for DIYers from Around the Web

  1. How to Hang a Utility Sink

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    Utility sinks can be hung with a bracket instead of dealing with legs. Tim Carter of AsktheBuilder.com demonstrates how to install utility sinks or a laundry sink without needing legs. No legs helps with storage underneath the laundry utility sink .

  2. Kitchen Sink Features

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    Gray Uhl from American Standard explains the special featured to consider when choosing your kitchen sink .

  3. Kitchen Sink Size and Bowl Configuration

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    Gray Uhl from American Standard shows you the different types of kitchen sinks and gives tips on what would suit your needs better.

  4. How to Disconnect Your Sink Pipes Safely

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    Learn how to disconnect your sink pipes safely and avoid spills.

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Blog Posts

  1. Are You Ready for a Colored Kitchen Sink ?

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    FromPosts tagged: bathroom

    Jonathan Adler has teamed up with Kohler to produce a very vibrant line of kitchen ( and bathroom ) sinks that might have you rethinking that white farmhouse sink you just had installed. Jonathan's colors include Piccadilly Yellow, Greenwich Green, Palermo Blue and Annapolis Navy. Each are ...

  2. Are You Ready for a Colorful Kitchen Sink ?

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    FromPosts tagged: Kitchen

    Jonathan Adler has teamed up with Kohler to produce a very vibrant line of kitchen ( and bathroom ) sinks that might have you rethinking that white farmhouse sink you just had installed. Jonathan's colors include Piccadilly Yellow, Greenwich Green, Palermo Blue and Annapolis Navy. Each are ...

  3. Kitchen ideas: A better sink drain

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    FromDIY Advice Blog

    Ninety-nine percent of drain lines under sinks are bound to leak sooner or later. That’s because the parts are made from thin plastic and joined with “slip” joints that slip together and—eventually—slip apart. So if there’s...( read more )

  4. Kitchen Sink Drains

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    FromAna-White.com

    Did you know that roping a house in doesn't mean we actually went out and lassoed a house and roped it in? Apparently, roping a house in means the you pulled wires through the wall. Huh. Now that we've got the Momplex roped in, we've got to finish up one last drain system. Do you see the short wall ...

  5. Jonathan Adler & KOHLER: A Match Made in Color

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    FromCharles and Hudson

    Jonathan Adler is a self-made icon in the design world. He began his career as a potter and soon transitioned his eye for great taste into home furnishings. Adler has also written a few books that celebrate color, so it made perfect sense for his collaboration called KOHLER Colors featuring ...

  6. Diminutive Bath Vanity/Sink ...Small Bath

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    FromPosts tagged: bath

    [ Added:  I just got out the tape measure, paper & pencil.  Sure measures small.  Overall, 4'10" X 5'10".  The slope in ceiling starts almost immediately and reaches 6' clearance about 38" into bath, just above the stool. (Not for a tall man, huh!) Even this diminutive vanity at 12" deep may be too ...

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