To use the jig, align the cork tile with your mark and hold your utility knife straight up and down and pull the knife across the tile several times until it cuts through. A light touch is best. The ...

The best base for ceramic tile is waterproof cement board. The post How to Install Cement Board for Tile Projects appeared ...

Applying grout is the final step in laying or adhering tile. It’s a messy process but a satisfying one: Yes, grout gives newly laid tiles a finished look. What’s more important, grout acts as a buffer ...

Janine asks: I’m putting up a ceramic tile backsplash in my kitchen. Can I put the tile directly on the drywall, or do I have to tear it out and use a cement board? Danny Lipford: If you’re talking ...

Dear Jason: Building a shower with a ceramic tile floor is most attractive and durable. Using tile requires attention to detail so it will be leak-free. Study some videos on how to do it, and don’t ...

It’s a quick fix for an updated look, but it may be costly Q: How do I install removable vinyl tile as a backsplash in a rental? A: The how-to is easy, but first think carefully about whether you ...

If you're in need of an upgrade for your dull kitchen, this backsplash type provides an easy fix that's both affordable and ...