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RE: GREENING UP YOUR KITCHEN SINK HABITS
The automatic shut-off valve sounds useful for preventing a small leak from becoming a flood, but I’m wondering about its behavior during a power outage. Do these units typically include a battery backup, or does the val...
RE: Why do faucet handles turn opposite ways?
That’s definitely true, and it can be a real headache if you’re used to one setup. I’ve read that older homes especially can have all sorts of quirks, depending on who did the plumbing and what parts they had on hand. So...
RE: anyone tried sustainable plumbing upgrades at home?
Steel mesh is a solid idea, though I’ll admit I’m not a fan of the look either. When I redid the laundry room plumbing last year, I went with PEX for flexibility, but after seeing some chew marks in the crawlspace, I got...