When I documented my custom shower online, one of the most frequent comments I get was about whether drywall can safely be used behind tile. The short answer is it depends on how it’s done. Using ...

Dear James: I have recently noticed a damp spot on the ceiling beneath the shower stall. My house is only 3 years old. What is the cause and how can I fix it? — Nicholas D. Dear Nicholas: For a house ...

Dear James: My house is about five years old, and there is a small leak on the ceiling under the shower stall with a ceramic tile floor. What could be causing this leak and how do I go about fixing it ...

Q: We plan to retire and stay in our present home. One change is to install a walk-in shower stall in place of our tub. What are some styles of walk-in shower stalls, and the advantages of each? A: ...