Remodeling and Tile Advice

A kitchen backsplash height isn’t one decision. It’s set wall by wall by whatever sits above the counter, whether that’s an upper cabinet, a window, a range hood or open wall, and the tile has to... Continue Reading

White cabinets reflect light and take on the colors near them, which lets the backsplash define how a white kitchen looks. A cool gray tile makes the room feel crisp, a cream or handmade tile... Continue Reading

A pebble shower floor is made of real stones, either rounded or sliced flat, mounted on mesh sheets and set into the shower like any other mosaic. Because every stone is surrounded by grout, a... Continue Reading

A shower niche sits in the open space between two wall studs, which means the framing behind the wall shapes it long before tile enters the picture. The stud spacing limits how wide the niche can... Continue Reading

A half bath is the room guests see most, and it's small enough that a few good choices change it completely. The best half bath remodel ideas spend the budget on what the eye lands on: the floor,... Continue Reading

It depends on how much of the room is changing. A shower pan repair usually takes one to two days, and new flooring takes one to two days a room. A full remodel with a new tiled shower takes... Continue Reading

The cost of a tub-to-shower conversion depends less on the shower you want than on what's behind the tub you have. Where the drain sits, what the tub is made of, and what's found under it once... Continue Reading

The National Kitchen and Bath Association recommends at least 42 inches of aisle between counters for one person and 48 inches for two. In a galley kitchen, that one measurement matters more than... Continue Reading

Bathroom tile has a harder job than tile in most rooms. It has to handle water every day, stay safe underfoot when it is wet, and still look right years from now. Choosing it well comes down to a... Continue Reading