There are a lot more steps to shower installation than the average person may be aware of. Waterproofing, while one of the most underappreciated steps, should never be overlooked.

PVC pipes can be a great tool for your next DIY craft project. This material is durable, affordable and can be used for a variety of projects. Looking to build a shoe rack, bookshelf, wine rack or a tee-ball stand? Keep reading to find out the easiest way to create endless PVC craft projects.

Did you know that the strongest part of a plumbing system, when properly solvent cemented, is the bonded joint? That’s because, when you join pipes and fittings, you aren’t just gluing them together. While you might hear solvent cements referred to as glue, solvent cements actually soften and chemically fuse pipe and fittings together, creating one piece rather than two pieces simply stuck together. Solvent cement can easily and quickly fuse PVC, ABS and CPVC pipes, if properly executed.

Do you need to hide all the unsightly pipes and unsafe wiring in your walls? Oatey’s access panels allow for flush or surface mounting that conceal the house’s inner equipment without standing out.

Oatey’s access panels enable access to necessary plumbing and cables without having to leave a hole in the wall exposed. Panels come in a range of reversible framing sizes including:

Looking for an easy way to reduce water waste? Oatey’s Mystic Rainwater Collection System quick and simple way to do so. With the environmental and cost-saving benefits of rainwater collection, the Mystic is a great addition to your home and garden routine.