Home & Garden

See standard Shower sizes & dimensions, Toilet sizes & space requirements, bathroom Sink spacing issues, Tub placement & sizes, and overall Bathroom Dimensions & Room Sizes for a full bath, half bath, water closet / powder room. Plus, ADA bathroom requirements and online tools to save time & money designing a bathroom.

I wanted to create a HAPPY laundry room! My new laundry room is 5'x9.5', has a great washer/dryer configuration, lots of storage for cleaning items, a place to hang freshly laundered clothes, a big table to fold clothes, and music! See before & after photos, plus details of how we tackled our DIY laundry room makeover.

Floratam grass is perfect for many homeowners in Florida, southern Texas, Louisiana, and other parts of the United States. But is it the right type of grass for YOUR yard? Here are the pros & cons of Floratam + Tips on growing a beautiful Floratam lawn -- including how to mow, water, and fertilize Floratam properly.

Portable vacuum cleaners are better than ever these days, but a central vacuum system has the winning edge! See why... Here's what I've learned about central vacs, including the cost and DIY installation info too.

The Derek Jeter mansion in Tampa, Florida is a 32,000 sq. ft. sprawling, eclectic English manor on the waterfront! Photos + videos of Derek Jeter's Tampa home.

Thinking of installing an indoor hot tub? You have many challenges ahead of you in order to do it right! Think about mold, weight issues, and costs.

Thinking of adding a ceramic coating to your home or using a ceramic house paint? See why this ecofriendly permanent exterior paint might not be the best choice.

See if your countertops need sealed (or if you can wait awhile), whether to use a topical granite sealer or an impregnator, how to seal granite yourself, and how to remove granite stains.

I've seen firsthand how they turn granite slabs into granite kitchen countertops. Trust me, you'll never look at granite countertops the same way again!