You’ve got visions of a gorgeous herringbone tiled bathroom or are planning to remove the plain white squares in your kitchen to create a trendy pink splashback. You find some bargain tiles, read up ...

Frequently you have to make L-shaped or U-shaped cuts as you work with ceramic tile. On an L-shaped cut, you can make the second cut with the ceramic-tile cutter, but the first cut will need to be ...

Like many other hard tile materials, glass tile is extremely durable, but only after it's installed. Prior to installation, glass tile can easily chip and break. This can pose a challenge when ...

QDEAR TIM: I have never used a ceramic tile cutter. Is cutting tile possible with such a simple tool? How can it make straight cuts without shattering the tile? What tips can you offer for working ...

Achieving professional results from a tile project starts with thoughtful consideration—not only regarding tile selection but also in choosing the tile saw to be used. Not every tile saw works for ...

The Standard's journalism is supported by our readers. When you purchase through links on our site, we may earn an affiliate commission. From intricate mosaics to scalloped backsplashes, there are ...

Which tile saw is best? Tile saws, as their name suggests, are used to cut and trim tiles of various materials so they can be properly installed. There are several types of tile saws, each with pros ...

The advent of cement backer board has made it possible for do-it-yourselfers to lay tile like a pro. The reason: For most installations, it eliminates the need to set tile in a thick bed of mortar.