Timothy has written about personal finance, including detailed home renovation and repair cost guides, since 2017. His work covers everything from plumbing and roofing to solar and pest control. Find ...

After 10 years in print journalism, Nick transitioned to the home improvement space. He has specialized in maintenance, mortgages, home warranties, moving, car shipping, home security and more for 7 ...

Tile is one of the most versatile and durable materials for flooring, walls, backsplashes, showers, and a host of other surfaces around the home and outdoors. With a broad range of styles and types, ...

Six months ago, my son bought a new house. He had been looking to move from his apartment for well over a year. The hot real estate market made it hard to find a house in his price range. Each tired ...

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 ...

Dear James: We have vinyl kitchen flooring which is badly worn. We think a ceramic tile floor would look good and wear well. Can this be put over any old floor and what are some installation tips? — ...

When it comes to installing zellige tiles, this step is essential due to the porous nature of the materials. Skipping it can ...

Which comes first, tile floors or cabinets? It's the catch-22 of kitchen remodeling. There are arguments for both sides. However, the pros outweigh the cons for installing kitchen floor tiles first, ...

I have 6″ terra cotta tiles on my kitchen floor. I want to redo the floor with new 12″ porcelain tiles. Is it advisable to take up the old tiles and start over, or can I tile over the existing floor?