Where should a towel bar be placed?
Where should a towel bar be placed?
Standard towel bars should be 42 to 48 inches above the floor. Hotel-style towel racks (which incorporate towel bars and a top-shelf and usually install above the toilet) should be at least 48 inches above the floor. Towel or robe hooks should be 70 inches above the floor.
How do you glue a towel rack?
- Position the towel bar on the wall at the height you wish to mount it.
- Check for level. Make a pencil mark above each end of the towel bar to confirm its position.
- Apply a small bead of Loctite® Power Grab® All Purpose Construction Adhesive to the back side of each end piece.
- Allow the glue to dry for 24 hours.
How do you put a screw in tile?
Insert a screw anchor into the hole. Tap lightly with a hammer as needed to set the anchor into the wall. The anchor will be flush with the tile once fully inserted. Insert the screw into the anchor and twist a few times so it will stay.
Can you put screws in tile?
Screws cannot go into tile until you create a pilot hole for it. That work requires a carbide or diamond-tipped bit and some careful drilling. Start the drilling process by placing an “X” with masking or painter’s tape on the tile. Taking this action prevents the drill bit from slipping while you work.
What screws to use in a shower?
In a shower the screws will need to be brass or stainless steel.
Can you screw into a fiberglass shower?
Fiberglass shower surrounds are common because they are inexpensive waterproof options. Drilling into fiberglass can crack or shatter the fiberglass if it’s not done correctly, and it’s hard to patch fiberglass if you drill a hole in the wrong place.
How do you repair epoxy tile?
Place enough epoxy on a piece of cardboard. Apply the epoxy directly into the split, using a toothpick for a hairline crack or a craft stick for a wider crack. Use the flat edge of a craft stick across the crack to level the epoxy, and scape away excess from the tile.
Can you use polyfilla on tiles?
Polycell Fix And Grout is brilliant white, has a waterproof finish and can be used straight from the tube. It is ideal for tiling repairs such as loose or broken tiles, for grouting or tiling a small area. Perfect for grouting or tiling a small area. Ideal for repairs such a loose or broken tiles.
Can you grout over old grout on floor?
The short answer is, “no.” You cannot put new grout over old grout. With regard to filling in holes and cracks on the surfaces in our homes, we might compare grout repair to drywall repair.
How do you clean grout?
How to Clean Grout
- Scrub dirty grout using plain warm water and a stiff-bristled brush.
- Spray with equal parts vinegar and warm water for several minutes.
- Apply a baking soda paste and spray with vinegar.
- Pour on some hydrogen peroxide.
- Apply oxygen bleach for up to 15 minutes.
- Try a commercial product.