Bath Shower Home Design

Glass cooktops are very popular. When you first get them, they look sleek, shiny and very nice. But over time, they can lose their shine and get a buildup of burned food on them that is hard to clean off. Here are some super tips and tricks to help you get that sleek shine again. The smooth, sleek look can be ruined if you use harsh, abrasive cleaners, so don't chance it. Make sure you cooktop is turned off and cool. Lay paper towels over the surface, and then wet them with warm water and dishwashing soap. Leave them to sit for an hour or so to loosen up things. Then remove the paper towels and wipe off what you can. There are some cleaners made just for glass cooktops available at your grocery store or hardware store, and most work pretty well, but not that much better than warm water and soap. You'll need to get a razor- type paint scraper and use it, carefully, to remove the cooked-on residue. Wipe it off periodically with a plastic s...

By Matt Weber Each year, professional remodelers and building- product suppliers put their heads together at the Remodeling Show/Deck Expo, where new tools and materials get a showcase and the craftsman that use them get a chance to offer face-to-face feedback. The Extreme How-To staff will be exhibiting at the convention this year in Nashville, TN, so if you make the trip, stop by booth 525 and say hello. In the meantime, here’s a preview of products that will be on display. Deckorators Heritage Decking Two new Deckorators Heritage deck boards bring interior design to outdoor living . Heritage Riverhouse and Heritage Smokehouse composite decking feature detailed embossing that offers the rustic look and feel of distressed wood flooring . The innovative embossing process creates a pattern that does not repeat for at least 12 feet, meaning boards are not only full of rich character, they are also unique. Riverhouse (brown) and Smokehouse (gray) are available in 12-, 16- and 20-ft....

Once limited to spas and health clubs, steam showers are the latest in home upgrades that are trendy yet affordable. What follows are tips on having one installed in an existing bathroom: 1. Call the experts Most Popular "First, make sure a plumber comes in to determine the location and size you'll need for a steam generator," says Anthony DeVictoria of DeVictoria Plumbing & Heating in Massapequa. "An electrician must also assess the feasibility of getting a wire from the main circuit box to the actual unit and to make sure your house can handle the voltage." A steam generator is usually placed as close as possible to the shower in a closet or vanity, says DeVictoria. "There must be enough ventilation to prevent overheating, but it also must be protected against freezing. So if, for example, the steam generator is placed in an attic, it must be a heated attic." A water feed is installed to the unit and a pipe for the steam, he says. "The safe...