Whether you're tiling a bathroom or a kitchen floor, ceramic tile is up for the job. Ceramic is one of the most durable materials, making it the perfect tile for many projects. Plus, ceramic tile ...

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 ...

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

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Q. I want to install ceramic tile on a concrete floor under a freestanding fireplace and on the drywall behind the fireplace. I live in a colder climate, and the floor is very cold to the touch. Can I ...

Q: We built our house on a tight budget years ago. Now I am divorced and would like to remodel and install ceramic tile in the bathroom. How do I prepare the new shower walls and add tile? A: Ceramic ...

CAUTION: Be careful about using wall tile as a flooring material. Ceramic wall tiles often just aren’t tough enough to stand up to foot traffic. Need a break? Play the USA TODAY Daily Crossword Puzzle ...

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 ...

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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 ...