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In this episode we’ll show you how simple it is to install a new faucet for your  bathroom vanity!

Featured Products

• Delta Classic 4 in. Centerset Mid-Arc Bathroom Faucet / Store SKU # 865122
• Husky 12 in. Adjustable Wrench / Store SKU # 831332
• GE 2.8 oz. Silicone II Kitchen and Bath Clear Caulk / Store SKU # 469301
• Homewerks Worldwide Universal Connector Kit x 20 in. Faucet Supply Line / Store SKU # 703387
• Pegasus Estates Towel Ring in Heritage Bronze / Store SKU # 861360
• Home Dynamix Avalon Brown/Blue 19-2/3 in. x 31-1/2 in. Polypropylene Striped Bath Mat  / Store SKU # 17391
• India Ink Prescott Dispenser in Bronze with Topaz Cut Glass / Store SKU # 156298
• India Ink Prescott Waste Basket with Topaz Cut Glass in Bronze /  Internet # 203133852
• India Ink Prescott Toothbrush Holder in Bronze with Topaz Cut Glass / Internet # 203133830

Here’s how to do this project:

Before you start, make sure your water supply lines at the sink or at your home’s main supply are shut off, and disconnect the supply lines and the waste trap from the sink.

Apply bead of silicone on gasket

Position the faucet and gasket on the sink. Ensure to hand tighten the nuts.

Make connection to the water lines using a half inch IPS faucet supply line.

Now install the pop up connection. Be sure to install the pop up connection according to manufacturer’s instructions.

Now remove aerator and turn faucet handles all the way on.

Finish the assembly and tighten the connections.

When assembly is complete, turn on the hot and cold water supplies and flush water lines for one minute.

WANT MORE HOME SAVVY? WATCH THESE EPISODES: 

SEASON 2

• Episode 1: How to Install a Bathroom Vanity 
• Episode 2: How to Install a Bathroom Faucet
• Episode 3: How to Save Money on Your Home Energy Bills
• Episode 4: Home Decor Tips
• Episode 5: How To Decorate For The Holidays

SEASON 1

• Episode 1: Creating a Container Garden
• Episode 2: How to Grow Vegetables at Home
• Episode 3: Interior Painting
• Episode 4: Closet Makeover 
• Episode 5: Kitchen Backsplash

In this episode we’re learning how easy it is to install a bathroom vanity!

Featured Products

• St. Paul Valencia 25 in. Vanity with Porcelain Top and Mirror / Internet # 100672702
• Ryobi 3/8 in. 9.6-Volt Cordless Drill / Store SKU # 756950
• Ryobi SpeedLoad+ 17-Piece Titanium Drill Bit Set / Store SKU # 113248
• Zircon Corporation StudSensor EDGE Stud Finder / Store SKU # 826552
• Husky 48 in. Aluminum Box Level / Store SKU # 386988
• Husky Turboslide Utility Knife with Storage / Store SKU # 522817
• Husky 20 oz. Steel Rip Hammer / Store SKU # 594131
• Grip-Rite #6 x 1-1/4 in. Phillips Drywall Screws / Store SKU # 479652
• 8 in. Homeowner Pine Shims / Store SKU # 879282

Here’s how to do this project:

Before you start, make sure to shut off the water supply lines at the sink, or at your home’s main supply if necessary; Disconnect the supply lines and the waste trap from the sink; Disassemble the sink and existing vanity; Patch up and paint or tile the wall where the sink and old vanity once stood if necessary.

Put the vanity in place against the wall and trace its outline on the wall.

Use a stud finder to locate the  studs to which you will screw the vanity.

Then, with a level, draw lines along the studs from the  floor to the top of the vanity. These lines will help you spot where to place the screws later on.

If the vanity has a back, measure, mark, and drill holes through it for drain pipes and supply pipes.

Set a level on top of the vanity and shim at the floor until the vanity is level. Then hold the level against the edge of the unit and shim at the wall until it’s plumb.

From the inside, attach the unit to the wall by screwing 3-inch drywall screws through the mounting rail into the studs.

Check the level again before trimming the shims flush with a utility knife. If it’s not level, add shims.

If there are large gaps at the wall or floor, attach quarter-round moulding along the wall or floor edge with finishing nails.

WANT MORE HOME SAVVY? WATCH THESE EPISODES: 

SEASON 2

• Episode 1: How to Install a Bathroom Vanity 
• Episode 2: How to Install a Bathroom Faucet
• Episode 3: How to Save Money on Your Home Energy Bills
• Episode 4: Home Decor Tips
• Episode 5: How To Decorate For The Holidays

SEASON 1

• Episode 1: Creating a Container Garden
• Episode 2: How to Grow Vegetables at Home
• Episode 3: Interior Painting
• Episode 4: Closet Makeover 
• Episode 5: Kitchen Backsplash

ABOUT THIS EPISODE

In this “Get It Done” episode we’ll show you how to grow your own vegetables right at home by using an easy to assemble Raised Garden Bed.

When you grow veggies at home there are so many advantages. One advantage is that they just simply taste better. Two, you’re being super “green” and conscious of the environment when you grow food at home. Why wouldn’t you want to help the earth and enjoy delicious home grown vegetables while gardening? With Home Depot Associate Shenell Leighton’s assistance, you’ll see how exciting gardening can be as she works with our  Home Savvy host Suzanne Rust in creating an at home vegetable garden. Check it out now!

MATERIALS USED IN THIS EPISODE:

• Raised Garden Bed
• Bonnie Herb & Vegetable Plant Food
• Miracle Gro Flower & Garden Top Soil
• Organic Potting Mix/Peat Moss
• Miracle Gro Organic Choice Plant Food

HERE’S HOW TO DO THIS PROJECT:

Purchase an easy to assemble raised or pre-made garden bed.

Choose your vegetables.

Select garden soil.

Line bed with marigolds to ward off insects.

Cut plastic label off of vegetables container.

Dig hole large enough for vegetable plant.

You can harvest vegetables up until fall, be sure to feed your vegetables with plant food.

MEET THE CAST:

• Suzanne Rust
• Shenell Leighton

WANT MORE HOME SAVVY? WATCH THESE EPISODES: 

SEASON 2

• Episode 1: How to Install a Bathroom Vanity 
• Episode 2: How to Install a Bathroom Faucet
• Episode 3: How to Save Money on Your Home Energy Bills
• Episode 4: Home Decor Tips
• Episode 5: How To Decorate For The Holidays

SEASON 1

• Episode 1: Creating a Container Garden
• Episode 2: How to Grow Vegetables at Home
• Episode 3: Interior Painting
• Episode 4: Closet Makeover 
• Episode 5: Kitchen Backsplash

MEET YVETTE WILLIAMS, Home Savvy’s knowledgeable Home Depot Associate demonstrating the most effective ways to properly paint your home’s interior walls.

Yvette Williams currently serves as a Home Depot district manager overseeing the operations of five Home Depot stores in the the New York Metropolitan area. Ms. Williams has been with the company for nineteen years, having first started off as a cashier. During her time with The Home Depot, Yvette has also served as Front End Supervisor, Assistant Store Manager and Store Manager. Ms. Williams takes true pride in her work and is honored to be an indelible part of The Home Depot family.

Believing strongly in The Home Depot motto, “More Saving. More Doing,” Yvette is committed to ensuring the best quality service to all costumers who visit any one of her five Home Depot Stores. Be sure to watch Yvette in Episode 3 of Home Savvy as she gives insightful tips and instructions on transforming your home by adding color to the interior walls.

WANT MORE HOME SAVVY? WATCH THESE EPISODES: 

SEASON 2

• Episode 1: How to Install a Bathroom Vanity 
• Episode 2: How to Install a Bathroom Faucet

SEASON 1

• Episode 1: Creating a Container Garden
• Episode 2: How to Grow Vegetables at Home
• Episode 3: Interior Painting
• Episode 4: Closet Makeover 
• Episode 5: Kitchen Backsplash

Welcome to Madame Noire’s new home improvement show, Home Savvy. In this series we’ll share insightful tips and creative ideas for sprucing up any living space. Home improvement, your way.

In this “Get It Done” episode you’ll learn how to create a beautiful container garden that will instantly enhance your outdoor living space. Creating a container garden is a quick weekend project that also makes the perfect gift. Besides, you can never go wrong with presenting that special person with a gorgeous arrangement of flowers.

Be sure to watch Home Savvy host Suzanne Rust as she demonstrates with Home Depot Associate Shenell Leighton how simple and easy it is to create your own container garden.

MATERIALS USED IN THIS EPISODE:

• Colorful Pots
• Plants - Annuals, Perennials and Shrubs
• Potting Soil
• Gardening Gloves
• Hand Tools

HERE’S HOW TO DO THIS PROJECT:

Fill pot mid-way with soil.

Install your filler, while loosening the roots.

Begin filling container with potting mix.

Add Thrillers.

Add Spillers.

Add more spillers and thrillers as needed. You now have a gorgeous container garden.

MEET THE CAST:

• Suzanne Rust
• Shenell Leighton

WANT MORE HOME SAVVY? WATCH THESE EPISODES: 

SEASON 2

• Episode 1: How to Install a Bathroom Vanity 
• Episode 2: How to Install a Bathroom Faucet
• Episode 3: How to Save Money on Your Home Energy Bills
• Episode 4: Home Decor Tips
• Episode 5: How To Decorate For The Holidays

SEASON 1

• Episode 1: Creating a Container Garden
• Episode 2: How to Grow Vegetables at Home
• Episode 3: Interior Painting
• Episode 4: Closet Makeover 
• Episode 5: Kitchen Backsplash

 


MEET SHENELL LEIGHTON, Home Savvy’s knowledgeable Home Depot Associate demonstrating the best ways to improve your home. Ms. Leighton is currently Co-Manager of Home Depot Store #1255 in Long Island City, Queens, New York. She has been apart of the Home Depot family for 11 astounding years. Having initially started with the company as a cashier, Shenell advanced through the years serving in various roles such as Front End Supervisor, to Assistant Manager and now, Co-Manager. Consistently striving for the best, Shenell is committed and very much devoted to ensuring that all her customers receive the best quality service when visiting her store in Long Island City, Queens.  Ms. Leighton is proud to serve as Co-Manager of Home Depot and boasts, “My experiences here have truly empowered me. I’ve grown as a person, I’ve grown in my leadership roles with the company and I’ve discovered how to build, create and put together things that I never imagined I’d be able to.” Shenell Leighton is definitely a certified expert in Home Improvement and Madame Noire is happy to have her as apart of Home Savvy.  Be sure to watch Shenell in Episode 1 as she demonstrates how to create a container garden.

WANT MORE HOME SAVVY? WATCH THESE EPISODES: 

SEASON 2

• Episode 1: How to Install a Bathroom Vanity 
• Episode 2: How to Install a Bathroom Faucet

SEASON 1

• Episode 1: Creating a Container Garden
• Episode 2: How to Grow Vegetables at Home
• Episode 3: Interior Painting
• Episode 4: Closet Makeover 
• Episode 5: Kitchen Backsplash

WANT MORE HOME SAVVY? WATCH THESE EPISODES: 

SEASON 2

• Episode 1: How to Install a Bathroom Vanity 
• Episode 2: How to Install a Bathroom Faucet

SEASON 1

• Episode 1: Creating a Container Garden
• Episode 2: How to Grow Vegetables at Home
• Episode 3: Interior Painting
• Episode 4: Closet Makeover 
• Episode 5: Kitchen Backsplash