Whirlpool tub manufacturers Jacuzzi, Kohler, and Lasco are the defendants in a class-action lawsuit that charges their tubs persistently spew residue from their jets, denying the tub owners the bathing experience they paid for. The suit, filed by Waco, Texas, attorney John Malesovas, claims the design of the tubs allows used bath water to sit in the jet tubes after the rest of the water has been drained. More
With a new wave of shower systems showing up this spring, the bodyspray-laden sanctuaries are becoming the new luxury must-have in high-end bathrooms. The spa-like feel is similar to what homeowners crave in whirlpool tubs, only in a format that doesn't require a wait. More
Q: I will be installing a whirlpool tub for a customer who wants me to surround the tub with a horizontal shelf of natural wood. The customer has rejected my suggestion to install tile. Is there any species of wood that would hold up in this environment? More
A bathroom renovation specialist explains how to select and install a jetted tub... More
Early users of high-performance HVAC faced many disappointments. The latest generation of equipment works well — as long as it’s installed correctly. More
