A commode is a toilet with no plumbing. It can't be drained or flushed and must be emptied by hand. It also needs cleaning after each use. A bedside commode is kept near a bed for people with limited ...

Learn how to unclog a toilet without a plunger using simple household items like hot water, dish soap, and baking soda.

Everyone loves a clean home, but our obsession with sanitation may come at a cost to our health. Some people, especially those with allergies, can develop sensitivities to the harsh chemicals in store ...

Key Points • Homeowners can clear many toilet clogs without a plunger by using common household items. • Plunger alternatives create water or air pressure to break up the blockage or physically ...

Lee Wallender is a home improvement writer of nearly 20 years and specializes in home remodeling, repair and maintenance. Lowe Larretta is former lead editor for Forbes Home, covering all things ...

On average, a family of four will use about 98 rolls of toilet paper in a year. When people spend more time at home, those at home 24/7 will use 140% more toilet paper than those who go to school or ...

Toilets should be seen and not heard, which is why learning how to fix a running toilet is a skill most homeowners would be wise to pick up. (And you only thought that you just needed to know how to ...

As a writer for Forbes Home since 2021, Emily specializes in writing about home warranties, solar installations, car transportation and moving companies. With a background in journalism and experience ...