Cutting tile is a special skill that takes two important things—hours of dedicated practice and a stash of the right tools. Assuming you’ve already got the former down to a...
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"Source: Vershinin89/ Shutterstock.com When it comes time to make a tile decision, many homeowners are torn between two of the most popular options on the market: porcelain versus ceramic? Hmmm,...
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"Source: ronstik/ Shutterstock.com Every homeowner knows that improvement projects around the house have a tendency to go wild and break budgets. That’s certainly the case with tile work, but it...
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"You may have heard that porcelain tile is too much of a bear for the humble do-it-yourselfer to tackle. The tile is too hard, they say. Don’t bother, they say....
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"Source: New Africa/ Shutterstock.com Tiles, especially those featuring an outer glaze, are susceptible to cracking, ruining the final finish of your wall or floor. Drilling through tiles without breaking them...
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"Source: jocic/Shutterstock.com Laying your own tile can save you a huge amount of money, but many people are concerned about uneven, messy results. However, with the right tools and some...
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"Source: DUO Studio/Shutterstock.com Where to start tiling a floor can vary depending on the room type. Most people begin by dividing the room into four quadrants with two perpendicular lines...
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"Source: vchal/Shutterstock.com If you want to do a new flooring job or home renovation, often you need to remove the old tiles before placing the new ones. While removing a...
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Source: Beyond Time/Shutterstock.com In laundry rooms, which are prone to humidity and moisture, there is no better wall and flooring option than tile. Not only does it protect your interior,...
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Source: Bilanol / Shutterstock.com Laying tile is a complex project that requires specialized equipment to get the job done correctly. If you’re starting your first DIY tiling project, learn about...
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"Source: Tamara Hastings/Shutterstock.com If you’re an animal lover, you know that your furry family members can cause damage to furniture and home furnishings. Claws and unfortunate accidents can wreak havoc...
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"Source: Gordine N/Shutterstock.com Ceramic tile floors require regular cleaning to preserve their visual appeal and quality, especially in rooms with high foot traffic. Although you mop and sweep regularly, it...
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"In the ideal home, flooring transitions seamlessly from one room to another, with no visible gaps or clashing interruptions between living spaces. However, even a well-planned home may have multiple...
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"Source: DUO Studio/Shutterstock.com When installing ceramic or porcelain tiles, either on walls or as flooring, you have to avoid lippage. Lippage is misalignment between tiles following the installation process. This...
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