The Family Handyman on MSN

What is drain tile? Here’s what to know about drain tile

If you have excessive moisture entering your basement through the walls or floor, it’s likely a groundwater issue. The first ...
The Spokesman-Review

Ask the Builder: Proper drain tile installation will keep your basement dry

DEAR TIM: My last house had a basement that leaked water. I’m building a new home and want my basement as dry as the Atacama Desert. I’m confident that my drain tile was not put in correctly at my ...
The Florida Times-Union

HERE'S HOW: Install a new shower stall with a tile floor

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 ...
Chicago Tribune

Tiles drain water, but it can move both ways

I often think about how blessed I am to have worked on older homes long before I started building new ones. It provides me with a benchmark to judge modern building methods and products. Take the ...
House Digest on MSN

Here's How Deep Your Shower Drain Should Be

Your shower drain needs to be at a very specific depth to avoid poor drainage, as pooling water can lead to the growth of ...