Installing a Toilet

Toilet installation sounds like a difficult task to those of us who aren't experienced with plumbing or remodeling. However, according to the DIY Network, the toilet "is easy even for beginners to install".


In the how-to article about toilet installation, it is stated that the toilet should first be completely assembled before installation can begin. The article goes into detail describing each step necessary beginning with installing the knock-out flange which will be compressed under the toilet to create and airtight seal and keep sewer gases and debris away. Next the toilet will be attached, sealed, and bolted to a wax ring atop the flange. The process ends once water supply lines are connected and toilet seat is added.

Read step by step toilet installation instructions from the DIY network.

Bathroom Photoshop

If you've ever visited Worth 1000, you've seen the many photo-altering contests. Contestants are presented with an untouched image and are to create a more interesting image using Photoshop or other software. One contest featured a simple bathroom with a toilet, pedestal sink, bathtub, and mirror.


See the new bathrooms created below.


View the rest of the contest entries at Worth 1000.

Customer Gallery - Bathroom

Whether you've stumbled upon our blog or are a loyal Vintage Tub and Bath customer, you probably did not know that we have a customer bathroom gallery.

The photo below was sent to us from Rose B. who resides in Annapolis, Maryland.

Rose's bathroom includes a 60 inch classic clawfoot bathtub from the Randolph Morris collection, clawfoot tub straight supply lines, a deck mount handshower, an American Standard elongated toilet. Another fixture not pictured is a widespread lavatory faucet by Pegasus.

View other photos submitted of Rose's bathroom and browse the rest of our customer bathroom gallery. If you would like to showcase your own photos, send them to emily@vintagetub.com. Be sure to include your name, location, a description of the photos, and of course, the before and after shots.

Father's Day Gift Ideas for the Outdoor Lover

Does your Dad love spending time outdoors or in his backyard? If so, this list of Father's Day gift ideas will help you choose something that your Dad can enjoy outdoors.

This bird feeder is a great gift for a Dad who enjoys bird watching or just likes to relax in the yard.


Help Dad complete his backyard by giving him this galvanized weather station. The weather station features a temperature gauge, humidity gauge, and a barometer.


Dad can spend his nights tending to the fire with this fireplace tool set. The set is made of hammered steel and can be used for an indoor fireplace as well.

Father's Day Gift Ideas for the Entertainment Lover

This year, Father's Day falls on June 21st. If you are struggling to come up with an idea for a gift, you may find this series of blog posts helpful. The following gifts are great for Dads who like to be entertained, and to entertain guests.

This vintage style entertainment center is a three disc CD player, record player, turntable, AM/FM radio, and cassette player. Other similar gift ideas include other entertainment centers, radios, turntables, and this vintage style tabletop jukebox.

If your Dad would rather be the one entertaining rather than being entertained, he may like this wine cellar. The humidity and temperature controlled wine cellar fits neatly under a kitchen counter-top, and can hold 54 bottles of wine.

If you Dad enjoys having people over for a barbecue or drinks, he may enjoy a set of bar chairs to create seating for guests in the backyard.

Father's Day Gift Ideas

Choosing the ideal Father's Day gift can be difficult. Finding an item that is meaningful and enjoyable for your Dad can even turn into a frustrating task. Unless your Dad has a specific hobby that can supply you with endless gift ideas, you may need some help brainstorming. Below I have compiled a list of gifts that can be enjoyed any father.

The first item is a fog free shower mirror. This mirror can be set up inside the bathroom shower so Dad can multi-task in the morning.


Next, a Towel Spa which warms towels and robes. Come fall and winter, Dad will be quite thrilled to have one of these luxurious warmers.

Another good gift idea is a vintage style clock. This desk clock will bring classic style to his office or any room in the home.
Another good gift choice is a Vintage Tub and Bath gift card, which are available in various denominations. View other gift ideas and check back for more Father's Day gift suggestions.

Benjamin Franklin and the Bathtub

Among the invention of Bifocals, the Odometer, and the Armonica, Benjamin Franklin is also credited for bringing the first bathtub to America. The bathtub he brought from France is said to have been constructed of copper. The tub, which was shaped like a shoe, did not have a faucet but filled by hand with water from another source. Since he is an inventor, Ben Franklin studied the tub and then made his own improvements. It is also said that he spent much time reading and writing while in the bathtub.

The oldest bathtub is said to have existed in the Minoan city of Greece. The five-foot bathtub may have belonged to the Queen and also had no faucet or drain.

Sources: Professional Bathtub Refinishers Association
The Plumber
The Bath Tub
NYU