Standard alcove, drop-in, corner and freestanding tub dimensions in inches and centimetres, how much floor space each needs, water capacity, how to measure your bathroom, and which sizes fit a typical Canadian bathroom.

Cracked, black or peeling caulk lets water into the wall. Remove it cleanly, pick the right silicone, fill the tub before caulking, and tool a smooth bead that lasts five years. Covers alcove tubs, freestanding tubs and shower bases.

Replacing a tub spout, installing a deck-mount Roman tub faucet or running a floor-mounted freestanding tub filler: what each job involves, the tools you need, rough-in requirements and step-by-step instructions.