Many houses on Long Island have ceramic tile that was installed by master craftsmen decades ago using a cement mortar that's 100-percent waterproof. Guess what? You ...

Tile and stone have always been popular for walls and floors. They are both durable and attractive, with color, pattern, and texture choices for just about every taste and style of décor. They are ...

Tiles as large as 2 ft. square have become more popular, and these monsters require a deep layer of thin-set to allow for adjustments. To get the right amount of thin-set, use a 1/2 x 1/2-in. notched ...

Humans have been creating pottery since antiquity, so ceramic tiles with waterproof glazing has been a staple of home construction for thousands of years. However, if you're working in areas with high ...

June 25, 2015 Add as a preferred source on Google Add as a preferred source on Google Installing a tile backsplash can be a time consuming project, but a tile setting mat can help you get it done ...

Ceramic tiles make a terrific floor – durable, easy to keep clean, attractive and authentic. But none of these things matter if the grout starts to come loose and tiles start cracking. If this kind of ...

Lee Wallender is a home improvement writer of nearly 20 years and specializes in home remodeling, repair and maintenance. Sami Allen is the managing editor at Forbes Home, with over seven years of ...

It can seem daunting to gather the necessary information before you start your first tile job. There’s a lot of good information out there, some not so good information, and a tremendous amount of ...

Q: Our shower lacks a certain … well, everything. What can we do, short of just gutting the whole thing, to spruce it up? A: Bland is boring. It’s even worse when it’s the first thing your weary eyes ...