A dated backsplash can make a kitchen look much older than it really is. But replacing it is a weekend project that can completely transform your space. Refreshing it requires some elbow grease, but a ...

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The average cost for tile installation ranges from $300 to $6,500. Personal loans, credit cards and HELOCs can cover the cost of tile installation. Factor both material costs and labor into your ...

Pro tip: Making a second line that’s 1/4-inch higher than the finish line will make life easier. That line will remain exposed above the adhesive to act as a guideline for where the top edge will ...

I was quoted thousands of dollars to demo my kitchen backsplash. I decided to tile over the tile myself for around $600. The key to my success was an adhesive tile mat, and it's very simple to do.

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 ...

A staple of farmhouse style, this Victorian chic tile backsplash is all about delicate patterning and muted colors. And the soft blue with natural wood accents hearkens to yesteryear, yet the sleek ...