Interior Remodeling

Putting screws into ceramic tile without breaking it may seem impossible at first, but if you have the right equipment and do things in the right order, you will find that it is actually a very...

Grouting mistakes include colors that dry darker or lighter than expected or mismatched grout and tile color. A grout color change is also an inexpensive way to change your decor. No matter the...

Installing ceramic tile to an outside corner involves "hiding" the tile edges from view. To obtain a sharp and symmetric look, both sides of the corner must be flush to the corner evenly. A butt...

If you are planning to resurface a wall or floor, it is important to get as much of the tile cement removed so that you have a smooth surface to work with. Don't attack this project by busting...

Changing the color of ugly ceramic tile is possible by painting right over the original surface. imperfections that are already part of the floor and tile, however, will be magnified by doing so....

Tile border moldings are used for applying a finishing touch to tile installations. Tile border moldings are placed after the tile surface has been laid, both for decorative reasons as well as to...

Unlike in drilling other types of masonry, you cannot use a hammer drill for a hole in hard yet brittle porcelain. You need to have a masonry or diamond-tipped drill bit to cut through the tile;...

You can cut a hole into porcelain tile by using a diamond core drill bit. These bits come in sizes ranging from 6mm to 130mm, and allow you to make large circular holes in masonry materials, which...

The composition of the tile creates a situation where the hardest material resides near the tile's outward facing surface. Once you pass through the hard external glaze, the softer inner material...

Because of the composition of drywall, you should only do tile projects on drywall that are relatively lightweight and small in scope. Otherwise the drywall may become stressed and flex, causing...

Installing tile is a precise activity. It's important to take exact measurements so you do not purchase more or less tile than required. With certain tools and the correct measurement, the area...

When removing ugly or outdated ceramic tile is not in the remodeling budget, even the most seasoned do-it-yourself type can be stumped on what to do to hide it. Tile can be covered in a number of...

You have a lovely bathroom or kitchen with glossy ceramic tile, and you discover that you need to cut a section or drill a hole for a fixture to fit. Ceramic and porcelain tiles are often as hard...

Ceramic tile is very versatile and can be installed in almost any location in a home. Often tile is selected because it is not only durable and beautiful but can be installed along curving walls...

Caulking is a common way to close the gap between tile and another surface such as a countertop or bathtub. When tile needs resurfacing, the caulk must be removed before the resurfacing work can...

Tiling is hard enough without obstacles, but terrible when they inevitably happen. The common culprits are the outlets and switches. It only takes a little forethought to ease there...

You can grout your tile and finish off a perfect tile job. To learn more do-it-yourself projects go to my construction consulting web site http://www.knightconstructionconsulting.com Thanks for...

Here are some ideas to consider that the average homeowner can do themselves and avoid contractor fees, when planning your interior up-date.

Ceramic tile has been used in kitchens and bathrooms for at least 100 years. The qualities of tile include long life and protection against moisture. But color preferences change over time and...

Rehabilitating an old apartment building is a lot work and very expensive. That's the reason my husband and I had to be creative. We needed to save money. We budgeted in a certain amount of money...

Are you wanting to lay tile, but are nervous about the task? Here are tips to help tackle the job.

If you would like to tile over a laminate countertop, you must prepare the countertop first. Most countertops are made of either plywood or OSB (oriented stranded board), and wood products absorb...

Make your old home seem new again -- without breaking the bank. Sound too good to be true? If you are willing to put in the time and effort, you can give your home a fresher look and more modern...

Once you've laid your tile and let the mastic set, you're ready to grout! This is the messiest and most time-consuming aspect of tiling your countertops, so be prepared by having all the tools you...

Tile-board products provide the look and feel of real tile without the mess of mortar and grout. Cutting the boards can be tricky. If cut wrong, the saw can chip the surface and leave ugly marks...

Removing a tile or marble floor is a massive undertaking to some that requires a professional, but it is in fact a simple process that can easily be accomplished with a little forethought and some...

WonderBoard is a cement based backer board for ceramic, porcelain and other types of mortar-embedded tile. Commonly available in 3-by-5 foot sheets, it comes in 1/4 and 1/2 inch thicknesses. Since...

One of the most important steps in preparing to install tile flooring is leveling the subfloor. If your subfloor is not level it is only a matter of time before the tile will begin to crack, break...

Wonderboard is a cement based backerboard product usually used for tile. It is durable and unaffected by moisture or standing water. Properly installed, it provides an excellent underlayment for...

This comes courtesy of my husband, an experienced tile setter. To remove backsplash tile requires patience and the right tools, but if you take your time, while being prepared for any challenges...

Putting tile in a bathtub/shower combo can be a daunting task. There are a few important things that you'll need to do before you even start installing the tile and many things to consider when...

Making an L-shaped cut in a tile is almost as easy as making a straight cut in a tile. An L-shaped cut is made by cutting into the tile from two sides of the tile. The cut could take a large piece...

Installing marble tile in your shower will create a sense of depth and richness to the area that is unattainable with ceramic or porcelain tile. Because marble tile is a natural product, each and...

Replace cracked tile grout by selecting a premixed grout mixture and applying it with a sponge. Fill in cracked tile grout with tips from an experienced handyman in this free video on...

The most important consideration when painting bathroom tile is to select the right kind of paint. Find out more about how to paint bathroom tile with tips from an experienced handyman in this...

Using a premixed grout mixture and a sponge, re-grout bathroom tile by working it into the groves. Learn to re-grout bathroom tile with tips from an experienced handyman in this free video on...

By itself, cinderblock is a sturdy building material and has many uses. But, aesthetically speaking, cinderblock is left wanting. Wall tile requires a sturdy vertical surface to be adhered to, so...

When measuring for tile, take a piece of paper and sketch out a rough diagram of the layout of a room. Break up a room into smaller pieces when measuring for tile installation with help from a...

If you have one of the following that needs to be painted (Vinyl tile floors, Rubber tile floors, Asphalt Tile Floors, and Linoleum) and you do not know what types of paints to choose from this...

Many people assume that it's a back-breaking job to remove tile from a concrete floor, but nothing could be further from the truth. With a little bit of planning and the right tools, this...

Architectural trends come and go, just as the housing market itself can turn hot and cold in a particular region. But there are some improvements you can make any time that can add to the value of...

Installing ceramic tile on metal is just as easy as installing ceramic tile on concrete. The substrate is hard and rigid, so there is no need to use concrete backer board. If the metal is...

No matter how carefully you apply the adhesive for ceramic tile, sometimes too much stays in the joint and doesn't leave enough space for the grout. The problem then ruins all the work you've done...

There are many ways to update a home without breaking the bank. Here are some things to spruce up your home.

If you have the right tools you can do anything. Believe it or not, granite tiles are not hard to drill holes through. Porcelain tile hole saws work well and are made in 1 1/8-inch to 1 3/8-inch...

If you're ready to install new tile in your bathroom or somewhere else in your home, will have to remove the old ceramic tile first. You may be able to remove the tile simply by hitting it...

Linoleum Flooring can be fairly easy to lay depending on the type you are wanting to use.

Here is a step by step instruction on how to get rid of that formica on your countertop and replace it with beautiful tile. I would recommend porcelain tiles in a 6" x 6" size. Porcelain...

Tile walls may be great for the intended purposes but they are most certainly not for everyone. If you are one of many people seeking to remove tile walls from your basement or bathroom there are...

Many people run into problems when faced with remodeling their home. And one of these problems is tiling. If not done right, cracking and shotty work can result. What is the easiest way someone...