Janine asks: I’m putting up a ceramic tile backsplash in my kitchen. Can I put the tile directly on the drywall, or do I have to tear it out and use a cement board? Danny Lipford: If you’re talking ...

After 10 years in print journalism, Nick transitioned to the home improvement space. He has specialized in maintenance, mortgages, home warranties, moving, car shipping, home security and more for 7 ...

Timothy has written about personal finance, including detailed home renovation and repair cost guides, since 2017. His work covers everything from plumbing and roofing to solar and pest control. Find ...

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 ...

This year, kitchen tile trends are shifting. Subway tile and large-format tiles were once all the rage, but they're slowly being phased out in favor of more dynamic, colorful options. The perfect ...

The backsplash is a space ripe for showcasing a beautiful design, and decorating the backsplash with tile is a great way to establish the ambiance of a room. Tile is the most popular material to use ...

I know, I know. You're going to say I deserved this. Remember a few weeks ago when I rather smugly wrote about my kitchen makeover? How, I crowed, thanks to my careful planning and coordination, the ...