You may wish to wear rubber gloves. Close the water shut-off valve to the toilet and take the lid off the toilet cistern at the back of the toilet. The water valve is usually located behind the toilet ...

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Thousands of years ago, it was the site of an ancient garden, replete with cisterns and a wine press. Significantly, the Bible states that Jesus Christ was crucified near a “garden.” Though compelling ...

One of the most important but often the most overlooked and behind-the-scenes components in the bathroom is the toilet cistern. An ill-maintained or neglected cistern can become a breeding ground ...