Bathroom Guides

37 step-by-step guides for UK homeowners.

Repair Guide
Bathroom Beginner 60 min

How to Deep Clean a Bathroom

A thorough top-to-bottom bathroom clean tackles every surface for a hygienic, fresh result.

Repair Guide
Bathroom Beginner 15 min

How to Clean a Shower Screen

Hard water marks and soap scum make glass shower screens look permanently dirty.

Repair Guide
Bathroom Beginner 15 min

How to Clean and Descale a Shower Head

A blocked shower head reduces water pressure. Descaling restores full flow in minutes.

Repair Guide
Bathroom Beginner 15 min

How to Remove Limescale from Bathroom Taps

Limescale builds up on taps in hard water areas. Regular descaling keeps taps looking new.

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Bathroom Beginner 30 min

How to Clean Bathroom Tiles and Grout

A practical guide to cleaning bathroom wall and floor tiles plus the grout between them.

Repair Guide
Bathroom Beginner 20 min

How to Clean a Bath

Regular bath cleaning removes soap scum, limescale and stains from enamel and acrylic surfaces.

Repair Guide
Bathroom Intermediate 180 min

How to Tile a Bathroom Floor

Floor tiles in a bathroom must be properly laid on a level surface with waterproof grout.

Repair Guide
Bathroom Beginner 30 min

How to Apply Anti-Mould Grout

Anti-mould grout contains fungicide that prevents black mould from growing in bathroom joints.

Repair Guide
Bathroom Beginner 20 min

How to Clean Bathroom Tile Grout

Cleaning bathroom grout removes mould and staining, restoring tiles to like-new appearance.

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Bathroom Intermediate 45 min

How to Tile Around a Toilet

Tiling around a toilet requires careful cutting to fit tiles neatly around the curved base.

Repair Guide
Bathroom Beginner 60 min

How to Regrout Bathroom Wall Tiles

Old bathroom grout harbours mould and loses its waterproof properties over time.

Repair Guide
Bathroom Intermediate 30 min

How to Fix Cracked Bathroom Tiles

A cracked bathroom tile should be replaced to prevent water penetration behind the tiling.

Repair Guide
Bathroom Intermediate 180 min

How to Tile a Shower Enclosure

Tiling a shower enclosure provides a waterproof, durable surface that lasts for decades.

Repair Guide
Bathroom Beginner 15 min

How to Replace a Shower Door Seal

Replacing the magnetic or rubber strip seal on a shower door stops water leaking out.

Repair Guide
Bathroom Beginner 15 min

How to Apply Grout Sealant in a Bathroom

Grout sealant protects against moisture, mould, and staining in wet areas.

Repair Guide
Bathroom Beginner 10 min

How to Fix a Leaking Shower Screen Seal

A worn shower screen seal lets water escape onto the bathroom floor.

Repair Guide
Bathroom Beginner 15 min

How to Seal Around a Toilet Base

Sealing around the base of the toilet prevents water from seeping under and causing floor damage.

Repair Guide
Bathroom Intermediate 60 min

How to Waterproof a Bathroom Floor

Waterproofing prevents moisture from penetrating the floor and causing damage to the room below.

Repair Guide
Bathroom Beginner 15 min

How to Seal Around a Basin

Sealing the gap between basin and wall prevents water running down and causing damage.

Repair Guide
Bathroom Beginner 15 min

How to Fix Mould on Bathroom Sealant

Black mould on sealant is unsightly and unhygienic. Cleaning or replacement is needed.

Repair Guide
Bathroom Beginner 30 min

How to Remove and Replace Bathroom Sealant

Old bathroom sealant goes mouldy and loses its seal. Replacing prevents water damage.

Repair Guide
Bathroom Intermediate 120 min

How to Fit Bathroom Wall Panels

Bathroom wall panels are a tile-free alternative that provides a waterproof, easy-to-clean surface.

Repair Guide
Bathroom Intermediate 15 min

How to Replace a Bathroom Light Pull Switch

A faulty pull switch that clicks but does not turn on the light needs replacing.

Repair Guide
Bathroom Beginner 15 min

How to Fit a Shower Shelf

A shower shelf keeps bottles tidy and off the floor, reducing clutter and mess.

Repair Guide
Bathroom Intermediate 30 min

How to Replace a Bathroom Extractor Fan

A faulty extractor fan leads to condensation and mould. Replacement fans fit the same opening.

Repair Guide
Bathroom Intermediate 30 min

How to Fit a Bathroom Mirror Cabinet

A bathroom mirror cabinet provides storage and a mirror in one unit.

Repair Guide
Bathroom Beginner 15 min

How to Fix a Loose Towel Rail

A towel rail that moves when pulled has fixings that need tightening or replacing.

Repair Guide
Bathroom Beginner 10 min

How to Fit a Toilet Roll Holder

Fitting a toilet roll holder takes 10 minutes and requires just a drill and screwdriver.

Repair Guide
Bathroom Beginner 20 min

How to Fit a Towel Rail

Fitting a towel rail involves drilling, plugging, and screwing, simple with the right fixings.

Repair Guide
Bathroom Intermediate 30 min

How to Replace a Bath Overflow

A leaking bath overflow causes water damage behind the bath panel.

Repair Guide
Bathroom Beginner 15 min

How to Fix a Bath That Drains Slowly

A slow-draining bath usually has a partial blockage of hair and soap in the waste or trap.

Repair Guide
Bathroom Intermediate 45 min

How to Fit Bath Taps

Fitting new bath taps involves removing the old ones and connecting new ones to the supply pipes.

Repair Guide
Bathroom Beginner 20 min

How to Repair a Scratched Acrylic Bath

Light scratches in acrylic baths can be buffed out with fine sandpaper and polishing compound.

Repair Guide
Bathroom Beginner 15 min

How to Remove and Replace a Bath Panel

Bath panels clip on or screw into a timber frame. Removing gives access to plumbing.

Repair Guide
Bathroom Beginner 25 min

How to Fix a Dripping Bath Tap

Bath taps drip for the same reasons as basin taps, worn washers or faulty cartridges.

Repair Guide
Bathroom Beginner 15 min

How to Fix a Bath Plug That Won't Hold Water

A bath that won't hold water usually needs a new plug, washer, or waste fitting.

Repair Guide
Bathroom Beginner 30 min

How to Reseal a Bath

Replacing old bath sealant prevents water damage and stops mould growth.