Tiles as large as 2 ft. square have become more popular, and these monsters require a deep layer of thin-set to allow for adjustments. To get the right amount of thin-set, use a 1/2 x 1/2-in. notched ...

Q. My husband and I are deep into installing new flooring in our home. Flood damage ruined the carpet. We decided to install a combination of laminate flooring and ceramic tile. The tile work is much ...

Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. A kitchen and dining room with gray tile floors - James Osmond/Getty Images If you have porcelain tile floors, you can breathe a ...

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? — ...

A tile backsplash can make a kitchen look custom without requiring special skills or a huge budget. The area you’re covering is relatively small, mistakes are fixable, and the impact on your kitchen’s ...

Lowe Larretta is former lead editor for Forbes Home, covering all things related to home improvement and good design. She previously worked in the decor and lifestyle spaces for digital publishers ...

Tiling projects are all fun and games until you get to the corner. However, with these tips, corner installation just got a whole lot easier.

Tile is experiencing a renaissance sparked, in part, by a renewed interest in personalized spaces and artisanal goods that represent integrity and permanence. Three local companies — Heath Ceramics, ...