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Color Correction: Grout Cleaning and Accessories From "Bathroom Renovations" episode DBTR-113

	This pink and blue bathroom from a house built in the 1950's ...
	is converted into a truly modern, updated and upgraded space for the homeowners to enjoy!

Materials for Toilet Disassembly --

Wrench
Pressure test plug

Materials for Wallpaper Removal --

Scoring tool
Bucket
Wallwik paper removing solution
Wallwik sheets
Putty knife

Materials for Shower Curtain Bar --

Tape measure
Pencil
Hammer
Laser level
Screwdriver

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	Figure A
	Figure B
	Figure C
	Figure D

1. The walls were painted, and the next step in this project is to clean the tile floor.

2. You can purchase a tile and grout cleaner (figure A) at a local tile center or home center. It is very important to follow the instructions and procedures.

3. The cleaner usually comes as a concentrate and you dilute it with water as directed. The cleaner is slightly acidic, so before you apply it to the floor saturate the grout with water. This will prevent the cleaner from soaking into the porous dry grout, which can damage the grout over time.

4. Once the floor is wet, apply the diluted tile and grout cleaner with a soft brush (figure B). Give the floor a pretty good scrubbing to loosen the dirt. After letting the cleaner sit for ten minutes, rinse the floor with water, using a rag or sponge.

5. Once the cleaner has dried, use the grout sealer (make sure it is compatible). It will take three to four hours before you can walk on it.

6. The homeowners chose a crescent rod for their shower because it gives you a little more space in the shower. To install the rod, measure up 79" off the floor, which is the standard height for a 72" shower curtain. Use a laser to make sure the relative position of the end brackets are the same on both sides.

7. To mount the brackets, you can use easy anchors that you tap in and then screw into the drywall (figure C). These anchors tend to strip easily, so be careful not to over tighten the screws.

8. Slide the rod end into the wall bracket and snug up the top and bottom screws. Insert the other end on the shower bar and tighten the bracket (figure D).

9. You can update the plumbing with new faucets and shower head. In addition, the cabinets were painted and new hardware applied to them.

RESOURCES :

Wallwik Bathroom Products

Wallpaper Removal System
Product name: Wallwik Wallpaper Paste Remover Sheets
Model #: 65341

Wallwik Scoring Tool
Model #: 65343

Wallwik Pressure Sprayer
Model #: 65344

Wallwik Power Solution
Model #: 65345
Where available: For a distributor locator, visit the Wallwik, Inc. website, link below.
Wallwik, Inc.
117 E. Maple St.
Suite C
River Falls, WI 54022
Toll-free: 866-295-8914
Website: www.wallwikcompany.com

Tile and Grout Cleaner (The Grout Doctor)
Type: "Like New"
Brand Name: TEC
Where available: Home Centers, or visit The Grout Doctor website, link below.
The Grout Doctor
7923 E. Palm Ln.
Mesa, AZ 85207
Toll-free: 877-476-8800
Website: www.groutdoctor.com

Tub and Tile Resurfacing (NAPCO)
Product: Coatings, Equipment, Supplies & Training
Brand name: NAPCO
Where available: Visit the NAPCO website, link below.
North American Polymer Co. Ltd. (NAPCO)
7315 Hamlin Ave.
Skokie, IL 60076
Toll-free: 800-888-1081
Website: www.napcoltd.com

Toilet and Toilet Seat (Eljer)

Toilet
Model #: 091-4505-82
Color: Natural

Toilet Seat
Model #: 124-0205-82
Color: Natural
Brand name: Emblem
Where available: Visit the Eljer Plumbingware, Inc. website, link below.
Eljer Plumbingware, Inc.
14801 Quorum Dr.
Dallas, TX 75254
Toll-free: 800-423-5537
Website: www.eljer.com

Faucets and Fixtures (Kohler)

Product: Revival Lavatory Faucet
Model #: K-16100-4A-BV

Product: Revival Soap Dish
Model #: K-16142-BV

Product: Revival Towel Bar
Model #: K-16150-BV

Product: Revival Tissue Holder
Model #: K-16141-BV

Product: Diverter Bath Spout
Model #: K-6855-BV

Product: Bath Drain
Model #: K-7163-BV

Product: Revival Bath Handles
Model #: K-16217-4A-BV

Product: Revival Showerhead
Model #: K-13134-BV

Product: Shower Arm and Flange
Model #: K-7397-BV
Color: Brushed Bronze
Where available: Visit the Kohler website, link below.
Kohler Co.
Website: www.us.kohler.com

Crescent Rod (Shower Solutions)
This is the curved shower rod shown during the episode.
Model #: CR-60AB
Color: Antique Brass
Brand name: Crescent Rod
Where available: Visit the Shower Solutions, Inc. website, link below.
Shower Solutions, Inc.
3719 Leeland
Houston, TX 77003
Toll-free: 888-801-2255
Website: www.crescentrod.com or www.showersolutions.com

GUESTS :

Allen Grundmeier
Franchise Owner, The Grout Doctor
Phone: 612-992-9111
Email: allengrundmeier@groutdoctor.com

Mike Ripp
NAPCO
7315 Hamlin Ave.
Skokie, IL 60076
Toll-free: 800-888-1081
E-mail: mike@napcoltd.net