Distance between water and power points
Regulations in Australia restrict the placement of power points in relation to sinks and taps. This article explores what the rules say and how far your power points will need to be from your kitchen sink.
Heat lamps
Heat lamps can be a good source of warmth for your bathroom, particularly in colder weather.
Heat lamps are incandescent light fixtures whose main purpose...
Types of bathroom heaters
In cooler climates, you may need a heater that heats quickly and which isn't affected by the room's humidity.
Not all heaters are appropriate for...
Toilet checklist
Created and approved by the BUILD.com.au team, this toilet checklist is designed to guide you through the process step by step—whether you’re just starting...
WaterMark labels
The WaterMark certification label signifies that a plumbing product complies with certain quality and performance standards.
WaterMark logos are either etched or printed on compliant...
How to build a bathroom
Building a new bathroom isn't as difficult as it sounds. The key to a stress-free bathroom build is to know what's involved, and to...
How to plan your bathroom
There's plenty more to planning a bathroom than just choosing some pretty taps and tiles. Find out more about why good bathroom design is...
Bathroom waterproofing
Part of installing a shower is ensuring that the area surrounding it is properly sealed to prevent water from leaking out and damaging your...
Special needs bathrooms
There's plenty that can be done to make bathrooms more accommodating for those with special needs - and in doing so, to allow people...
Small bathroom ideas
Even if your bathroom is limited in terms of the room you have available, with a bit of smart planning you can still do...