There are many myths about tile that can cause problems for homeowners making decisions about tile in their home. In this article, we look at ten tile myths.
Category: Tile Education
What is the most durable flooring?
Explore the durability and performance expectations of popular hard flooring materials, including hardwood, luxury vinyl, vinyl, engineered wood, laminate, porcelain tile, natural stone, and prefinished solid wood.
Hard Water, Water Softeners, and Your New Tile
The type of water you have in your home might affect your new floors and surfaces. Will your tile hold up over time? Will it be easy to maintain? Let’s look at hard and soft water, as well as the cleaning and maintenance options each presents.
The Shared Role for Tile Installation Success
Who ensures that a new tile bathroom or kitchen renovation process goes smoothly? Tile installation contractors? Homeowners? Both?
DIY Demo: Tips for Removing Old Flooring and Surfaces
If you’re up to the challenge of removing old floor and surface coverings, here are a few tips and tricks that will help you tackle the demo work like a pro.
Choosing a Finish for Your Natural Stone Tile
Are you considering natural stone for your new tile installation? This article explores the characteristics of the most common textured, honed, and polished finishes.
Tile Repair vs Replacement
Tile is a long-term investment, and as such, choosing whether to repair or replace tile may not be an easy decision.
Before you attempt a DIY tile installation…
Before you attempt DIY tile, make sure your decision is based on realistic expectations. The details in this article will help you understand what to expect.
5 Questions to Ask Before Hiring a Tile Installer
How can you decide whether a contractor will perform a high quality installation? Ask questions.
Shower Showdown: Shower Inserts vs Tile Installation
If you’re in the market for a new shower, and wondering whether to get a prefabricated shower insert or to have tile installed, this article explains the advantages and disadvantages of each.
