How To Prevent Lippage When Laying Tile?
Tile Lippage and Ways to Prevent It Tile lippage is undoubtedly one of the worst problems with tile installation and is, unfortunately, one of the most common ones. You may think that you can ignore a slight unevenness during installation, but that can lead to significant problems in the future. So how to prevent lippage when […]
Epoxy Grout Advantages/Disadvantages
The Benefits of Epoxy Grout and Its Disadvantages Everybody loves a fine mosaic tile, but the prospect of scrubbing the grout in between is too intimidating to encourage the love for mosaic. But don’t give up already. There is always more than what meets the eye. We are living in the 21st century, and that […]
Is Epoxy Grout Better than Regular Grout?
Epoxy grout has become an increasingly popular alternative to the regular cement grout that is now fast fading from the market. Builders are showing a clear favorability towards this new product over its older cousin. So, what exactly is causing this shift, and what’s the reason epoxy grout is becoming a staple in tiling? Let’s […]
What Is the Best Professional Tile Cutter?
A professional tile cutter is a tile installer’s best mate. It is what gives him the power to make tiles break to their precise requirements. So, if you have a tiling project at hand that you have every intent to slay, get your hands on a tile cutter. Tiling turns out that in itself is […]
How to Remove Caulk from Tile and Grout
The key to removing caulk from tile is patience. You will hear people say that “removing caulk is removing grout” all the time. However, that is partly true. The caulk is not always flexible, and on its way out, take the grout with it. But let’s not complicate it unnecessarily. Removing caulk from the tile […]
How to Install a Stone Seat in a Tile Shower
If you are considering installing a stone seat in your shower, you have picked a beautiful feature to add to your bathroom. Shower seats are excellent additions to bathrooms. They let users sit while taking a shower or a steam bath. Pre-made sets are the best as they are ready to install. You bring them […]
How Thick Should Your Substrate be for Tile and Stone Installations
The question of how thick or thin your tile bed be should depends on the type of substrate you have in mind. There is a lot of information about tile substrates on the Internet, and the main problem is that misinformation abounds in the web world. So, it’s crucial to get the facts right before […]
How to Install Glass Tiles
Owing to their beauty, durability, and versatility, glass tiles are gaining tremendous popularity over their ceramic counterparts. Yes, glass tiles are indeed pricey, but the handcrafted, artistic look that it lends to your interiors is worth the price. Installing glass tiles is undoubtedly a great DIY- project, but how to install glass tile is a […]