We may receive a commission on purchases made from links. While there are multiple budget-friendly ways to give your floors an upgrade, they don't beat installing new tiles if you want to refresh your ...

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? — ...

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 ...

Ceramic tile is a rigid product that has a high compressive strength. This means you can squeeze it and it won't crush. However, ceramic tile, concrete and natural stone have low tensile strength.

One tile that seems to stand out among the rest is Fireclay Tile, a brand known for its handcrafted tiles in a variety of shades and shapes. Installing these chic additions requires careful ...

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 ...