Tile projects can range from a small bathroom backsplash to an entire house of flooring — and the tools required can get expensive fast. Homeowners and pros often face a key decision before cutting the first tile: Should I buy tile tools or rent them? The answer depends on cost, skill level, … [Read more...] about Buying vs. Renting Tile Tools: Which Makes Sense for Your Project?
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How to Cut Holes and Other Openings in Tile: A Complete DIY Guide
Why You’ll Need to Cut Holes Whether you’re installing new bathroom tile or updating a backsplash, you’ll almost always need to cut holes for plumbing fixtures, such as: - Large holes for toilet flanges or drain pipes - Medium holes for faucet valves or shower handles - Small holes for water … [Read more...] about How to Cut Holes and Other Openings in Tile: A Complete DIY Guide
Tile Cutting Tools Explained: Wet Saws, Score-and-Snap Cutters, Nippers, and Angle Grinders
Cutting tile is one of the most intimidating parts of a tile project for many DIYers. The good news is that there are several tools available, each designed for specific types of cuts, tile materials, and skill levels. The key to clean, professional-looking results isn’t just technique—it’s choosing … [Read more...] about Tile Cutting Tools Explained: Wet Saws, Score-and-Snap Cutters, Nippers, and Angle Grinders
The Complete Guide to Tile Types and Where to Use Them
Choosing the right type of tile can make or break a renovation project. Each tile has its own strengths, weaknesses, and ideal applications. Whether you’re redoing a backsplash, tiling a bathroom floor, or updating an entryway, understanding how each tile type performs will help you get professional … [Read more...] about The Complete Guide to Tile Types and Where to Use Them
Top Mistakes DIYers Make When Installing Tile (and How to Avoid Them)
Installing tile can transform a space, adding durability, texture, and visual appeal. But even small missteps during installation can lead to big, expensive problems down the road. Whether you’re working on a backsplash, bathroom floor, or shower surround, avoiding these common DIY tile mistakes … [Read more...] about Top Mistakes DIYers Make When Installing Tile (and How to Avoid Them)
You Want a Curbless Shower? Here are 3 Ways to Recess a Wood Subfloor
Curbless showers look great, but how much work is required to have one? Does one just cut the floor joists to make that happen? How do you recess a subfloor for a curbless shower? This post answers these questions and more. The Floor in the Shower Area Needs to be Lowered In the past, … [Read more...] about You Want a Curbless Shower? Here are 3 Ways to Recess a Wood Subfloor
3 Types of Wedi Shower Systems: Fundo Primo, Ligno, Riolito
Are you interested in learning about the Wedi Shower System but find their funny names confusing? Wedi has multiple options available, so this post explains which one is which and the differences between them. Read on to learn how this system works. In this post: Note: At this … [Read more...] about 3 Types of Wedi Shower Systems: Fundo Primo, Ligno, Riolito
This is the Reason your Marble Floor Will Be Higher than Adjacent Flooring
Perhaps you have a newly built or recently remodeled home with a beautiful natural stone floor. Suddenly, you start seeing some cracks in the marble flooring. How can this happen? What could be the cause? The installers may not have added the additional layer of plywood underlayment required … [Read more...] about This is the Reason your Marble Floor Will Be Higher than Adjacent Flooring
5 Ways to Handle Uneven Floor Transitions
This post will cover 5 different tile transition strips for uneven floors. Technically, one of them isn't a strip, but we'll get to that. The reason you are here is that you have: But first, have you considered... Making Your Uneven Tile Floors... Even? I've written two posts, one … [Read more...] about 5 Ways to Handle Uneven Floor Transitions
Tile Edges Chipping When You Cut? Here are 5 Reasons Why.
Are you struggling with chipped tile edges when you're cutting tiles? It's not uncommon. What's the cause? Are you doing something wrong? Perhaps it's the equipment? Here are 5 possible reasons for chipped tile cuts and what you can do to smooth things out. 1. Smoothing the cut First … [Read more...] about Tile Edges Chipping When You Cut? Here are 5 Reasons Why.
