Expelling bathroom moisture and odors makes for a far morecleanand pleasant bathroom experience. The Spruce / Kevin Norris Tip According to manybuilding codes, bathroom exhaust fans are not required. Thebathroom vent fanwill be installed in the ceiling. The Spruce / Kevin Norris The bathroom lighting circuit usually supplies power to your bathroom’s ceiling light. Alternatively, you’re free to substitute the light for a fan/light combination. This may require removing some shingle nails and/or trimming the surrounding shingles to fit around the roof cap....

For all their showiness, ceiling medallions are easy and straightforward to install. In less than an hour and for less than $75, you could install a ceiling medallion. What Is a Ceiling Medallion? IKvyatkovskaya / Getty Images A ceiling medallion is a decorative piece on a ceiling, directly above a ceiling light or ceiling fan. Both aesthetic and practical, a ceiling medallion provides an ornate style while covering ceiling holes or gaps....

Chimney caps cover the top of the chimney to prevent water and wildlife from entering the fireplace. The chimney cap is also typically surrounded by a steel or copper wire mesh cage to keep animals out. Learn more about chimney cap installation to protect the chimney and prevent pests from entering the home. Willowpix / Getty Images What Is a Chimney Cap? A chimney cap is a key in of protective covering that is installed over the top of the chimney....

They attach to drywall or plaster and are secured with Madison straps. Also known as Madison bars, these straps prevent the box from falling out of the cutout opening. They attach to studs. The Spruce / Kevin Norris What Is a Cut-In Box? These boxes enclose wire connections and help protect against short circuits. Also, determine if you are using a plastic or metal electrical box. The Spruce / Kevin Norris...

Dimmer switch wiring might seem intimidating, but it only requires four wire connections. For most do-it-yourselfers, installing a single-poledimmer switchis a fairly simple task that takes less than 30 minutes. Before You Begin Before you get started, consider the size of your junction box. The Spruce / Kevin Norris It needs to be large enough for a new dimmer switch. Total the wattages of the bulbs served by the switch....

see to it to read the instructions before installing any tub or shower surround. You may void the warranty if it isnt done according to the manufacturer’s specifications. After installation, you could then install drywall so it butts up to the surround over the nailing flanges. The Spruce / Kevin Norris If necessary, you may need to shim out the studs if they are uneven or bowed. This ensures that the surround panels will lie flat against the walls....

This will be dependent on thesize of your walland the look you’re after. In a tighter space, it often looks better to opt for closer battens. However, on a large wall, spacing the battens more will keep the wall from looking too busy. The Spruce / Jason Donnelly Once you determine this, input these numbers into the formula below. Always round your number to the nearest 16th inch. Likewise, if the spaces are too small, decrease the number of battens and spaces....

Everything it’s crucial that you know about putting in your own wired doorbell. The Spruce / Kevin Norris Learning how to install a doorbell can be an easy project for a DIYer. Wired doorbells deliver a strong current to the chimes for a ring that’s easy to hear. The Spruce / Kevin Norris Read on to learn how to install a wired doorbell, including troubleshooting tips. In many cases, the wire should still be in good shape for reuse....

Installing a drop ceiling adds a ceiling a few inches below open joists or a finished ceiling. Drop ceilings cover up and allow ready access to wires, pipes, and other essential services. They can even be used tocover up a popcorn ceilingwithout removing it. you could install a drop ceiling with 2-foot-square tiles by yourself in a medium-sized room. The project takes about a day or two and costs less than $1,000....

The old cords had three-prong plugs that fit three-slot wall outlets. That’s why the cords are sold separately. It will be near a hole about 3/4-inch in diameter in the dryer’s back panel. The Spruce / Kevin Norris Using a screwdriver or nut driver, remove the screws on the cover plate. Remove the plate from the dryer to expose the wiring terminal block for the cord connections. Set the plate and screws aside....

This prevents condensation from building indoors and causing mold. The duct louvers open and shut as your dryer runs to allow the air to exit. The vent must be airtight, and attached securely to the dryer. The Spruce / Kevin Norris Using vinyl is a fire hazard. plant the Wall Vent Measure and drill a pilot hole before committing to a specific location. Measure and Cut Vent Tubing There are male and female ends to rigid ducting....

The threads of these two components must be wrapped inPTFE plumber’s tape. double-check the gas valve is in the OFF positionthe valve handle will be perpendicular to the gas line. Unplug the dryer’s power cord from the wall outlet. The Spruce / Kevin Norris Once wrapped, attach one end of the gas line to the dryer inlet fitting and hand tighten. Place the other end of the flexible gas line over the gas supply line and hand tighten it....

A Frenchdrainis a common and inexpensive solution. What Is a French Drain? With a French drain, surface water flows into the trench, where it freely moves through the gravel. David Beaulieu Always confirm your plans with the local building and zoning authority and homeowners association as applicable. It can be unlawful to direct water runoff from your property into stormwater systems. Check with your city’s building authority to double-check your plans conform to local law....