We think of the shower as a place to rinse off the dirt, get clean, and make a fresh start. However, something unexpected may be lurking. Fungal, bacterial, and viral infections can often be acquired ...

Q: Our shower floor has discolored, probably from rinsing out hair color. We've tried everything — bleach, vinegar, Soft Scrub — and nothing makes a difference. The floor is only seven years ...

Dear Sean: A shower with a ceramic tile floor is most attractive. As your neighbor apparently learned, it can be a little tricky to make it leak-free, but not impossible for someone to do themselves.