Harder than ceramic, porcelain tile is a smart choice for floors, countertops and walls because of its durability, beauty and countless design choices.
A tile backsplash is a quick and easy way to update your kitchen. Steve Watson starts with a list of needed materials and tools for this 2-day project. He then walks you through the six basic steps to installing a tile backsplash: 1) Spread mastic on wall. 2) Place tile where you want it to be, cutting around outlets and windows. 3) Allow the tile to dry on the wall. 4) Mix up grout to cake batter consistency. 5) Spread grout on tile, using your trowel. 6) Let it dry and then clean with a wet sponge.
Beautiful and timelssly on-trend, cement tile adds a big punch of color and pattern to any room — but it's pricey ... and heavy. Get the same luxe look without the hefty price tag (and, well, heft!) by stenciling a board to create a gorgeous tray.
We explore homes that typify the Spanish Colonial and Mediterranean Revival architectural styles and see how and why both are a popular choice in Califorinia in particular.
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