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  • How to maintain your faucet finishes
    November 30, 2023 Giuliano Djen

    How to maintain your faucet finishes

    If you’ve recently replaced your kitchen or bathroom faucets, you’re probably in awe of how beautifully shiny and unblemished they are. But it’s likely they won’t stay that way for long! Because bathroom and kitchen sinks are so often used,...

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  • 7 Different Types of Bathtubs
    November 28, 2023 Olivia Embrey

    7 Different Types of Bathtubs

    Bathtubs take up a good chunk of bathroom real estate, so it's important to know what style options are out there to choose from, and what installation configuration fits your personal style. Kingston offers a wide variety of bathtubs fit for a gorgeous bathroom, and here are 7 different types of bathtubs Kingston supplies.
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  • Which Finish is Best for Your Kitchen Faucet
    November 28, 2023 Jeannie Le

    Which Finish is Best for Your Kitchen Faucet

    Choosing the perfect faucet design is just the beginning. Selecting the ideal faucet finish for your kitchen can be a daunting task. Let Kingston assist you in finding the best faucet finish to complement your kitchen. Trust us, kitchen faucets are our expertise.
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  • The History of the Faucet
    November 22, 2023 James Choy

    The History of the Faucet

    Faucets have become so ingrained in our daily lives that we rarely stop to ponder their origin. Today, these fixtures come in a multitude of styles, ranging from sleek contemporary designs to vintage versions that evoke old world charm. Let's delve into the captivating background of faucets to gain a deeper appreciation for their evolution.
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  • Choosing the perfect shower curtain for your clawfoot tub
    November 20, 2023 Linzy Allen

    Choosing a Shower Curtain for your Clawfoot Tub

    Clawfoot Tubs are great for soaking in at the end of a long day and offer a unique spa quality to the space. But this tub can also be used as a shower – if you have made the decision to add a shower head to your tub, you’ll need to find a shower curtain that not only matches the rest of your vintage bathroom design, but one that works with your clawfoot tub as well. Here’s how to go about choosing the best shower curtain for your bathroom...
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  • What are the Advantages of Using Solid Brass?
    November 7, 2023 James Choy

    What are the Advantages of Using Solid Brass?

    When it comes to choosing materials for your bathroom hardware and fixtures, homeowners are faced with an important decision. Understanding the unique properties of each option is essential to make an informed choice. Among the array of choices, solid brass fixtures stand out as a popular preference, especially for vintage bath fixtures and other household items. In this comprehensive guide, we will delve into the advantages of solid brass construction, highlight its distinctions from plated items, explore the decorative options it offers, and provide insights on where it can be best utilized in your bathroom.
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  • Everything You Need to Know About Sweat Valves
    November 7, 2023 Olivia Embrey

    Everything You Need to Know About Sweat Valves

    Sweat valves can connect to various plumbing components, serving as both inlet and outlet valves. They are commonly found at the entry points of water supply lines and fixtures, such as sinks, toilets, and appliances like washing machines and dishwashers. Inlet sweat valves control the flow of water into these fixtures, while outlet sweat valves manage the water's exit.
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  • KB248AX, KBX8132DL, KB86520 Credit: Dinah Bulchoz
    November 6, 2023 Tristan O Donnell

    Why Won’t the Water Flow from My Tub Spout Switch to the Showerhead?

    Nothing is worse than hopping into the bathroom to shower only to discover that the water won’t divert from the tub spout to the shower. Instead, water continues to flow from the bathtub spout no matter how many times the diverter is switched or pulled.

    This can leave a homeowner scratching their head, wondering, why won’t my tub spout switch to the showerhead?

    For homeowners facing this issue, the following guide will help diagnose the reason behind this and what to do to solve the problem.

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