Wall Repairs

Homeowners often use glass tiles because of their dramatic appearance. They are easy to clean and maintain. Glass tiles also will not discolor, unlike other traditional tiling. "Epoxy grouts are...

Depending on the size and location of the hole, you can repair it by filling it with enamel paint that matches the tile or covering the hole with a small ceramic piece used for decoration....

Laying wall tile in bathtub areas is relatively similar to laying tile in different areas throughout the house. There are unique characteristics of the bathroom area that necessitates special...

If the grout between your ceramic wall tiles has become discolored, cracked and crumbly, it will make the whole wall look bad no matter how good the tiles themselves are still holding up. Worse, a...

Loose and broken tiles can destroy the look of any tile job. They can also result in damage to the entire tile wall if in an area of high moisture like a shower. The process to repair a loose or...

Though known for their durability, ceramic tiles can become damaged or cracked. Sometimes, they can even fall off the wall---a common occurrence in older homes, where settling can add pressure by...

If one day you find one or more of your kitchen wall tiles in pieces on the floor, the first thing you need to do is figure out what caused them to fall. Moisture behind the wall, blunt trauma...

If you've got a cracked wall tile that has to come out, you may find it's actually a more complicated project than if it were a floor tile. On a floor, you can generally just take a hammer and...

You've tiled and grouted, but after some months you notice that your wall tiles are allowing for the passage of considerable moisture--right through the stone. Your task, then, is to seal these...

The wall surrounding your tub takes more abuse than probably any other wall in your house. Even if there's no shower there, the moisture and heat from the tub can eventually soften and crumble the...

Installing tile to your walls, no matter what type of tile or room, can add value to your home and update your decor. Most types of wall tile are hard to mark up and nearly impossible to stain....

Installing wall tile is not difficult, if you follow directions and make sure the surface is prepared correctly. With the thousands of tiles available you’re sure to find something to match your...

In order to prepare to tile a bathtub, a homeowner or contractor measures the walls that will be tiled twice, to be sure the measurements are accurate. The width is multiplied by the height of...

Porcelain tile is a beautiful way to enhance your home. In some cases, you will need to grind this tile to get rid of a stained surface, or to shape the tiles for special installation. You will...

Bathroom tile repair can be very easy or very difficult depending on the problem. Before you begin the repair, spend a little time determining how bad the problem is. Tap and press on the tiles to...

If you have broken or misplaced ceramic tiles in a bathroom or kitchen you can greatly improve the appearance of the room by replacing them. The first step is to remove the ceramic tiles. Here...

Installing tile on a bathtub enclosure can be very easy. In addition, there are ways for you not only to do a professional job but also show a lot of creativity at the same time. If you're ready...

Backsplashes are often installed on the wall behind a sink or stove, making it easier to keep the wall clean. Usually backsplashes are made of non-porous ceramic tiles, although they can also be...

Over time tile grout will become cracked, stained, and worn. This will make your titles appear old and worn. Repairing tile grout is easy and inexpensive. Below I have outlined a step-by-step...