What's Causing Cracks in My New Shower Wall Tile?
I recently remodeled my primary shower, completely gutting it down to the studs, and about three weeks later, I noticed a hairline crack in one of the wall…
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Why shouldn't I install my tiles in a 50% offset pattern?
I'm about to install some large 12x24 tiles on my wood stove hearth backwall and I see that the box recommends against a 50% offset brick pattern. I…
Is it Feasible to Lower a Bathroom Floor by Half an Inch with New Joists?
I'm currently renovating my bathroom, and I've removed the plywood subfloor to access the crawlspace for some repairs. I plan to add sister joists to the existing ones,…
Are uneven gaps in hexagon mosaic tile installation normal?
I'm remodeling my bathroom and chose hexagon mosaic tiles for the shower floor. However, after the installation by my contractor, I noticed the spacing between the tiles is…
Should I Let My Contractor Tile Over Old Bathroom Tiles?
I'm in the middle of renovating my small bathroom, and my contractor suggested tiling over the existing tiles instead of removing them. The old tiles are over 20…
Help! How to fix an inch-wide gap between shower tile and ceiling?
I'm in the middle of a bathroom remodel, and I've run into a problem with the shower tile installation. The ceiling isn't level, which has created a gap…
Help! My Tile Installer Made a Dusty Mess Inside My House—How Can I Clean This Up?
We recently bought a home and are in the process of renovating it before we move in. Unfortunately, due to a work trip and various other delays, we…
Should I Charge Extra for Moving Tile After Delivery?
I'm currently working on a $100k renovation job that includes two bathroom remodels. The client purchased the tiles themselves, and they were delivered curbside only. My two workers…
How to Fix a Toilet Flange Issue After Tile Installation?
Hey everyone! So, we recently discovered a leak under our toilet and had to remove it. We hired someone to repair the subfloor and install new tiles, but…
How can I safely break up mortar without damaging my tile?
Hey everyone! I need some help here. The previous installer put down a toilet flange and laid a thick layer of mortar over it, which is now a…
Best Way to Seam Old Cement Board Together Without Removing Too Many Tiles?
I'm in the middle of replacing a shower handle, switching from three handles to a single handle setup. While I was at it, I discovered some mold on…
Need Advice on Kitchen Tile Issue – Should I Fix or Replace?
I'm building a house for my parents and ran into a bit of a problem with the kitchen floor. The tile guy laid the tiles with a mortar…
Do I Really Need to Mortar Hardie Backer to the Subfloor for Tile Installation?
I'm in the process of installing tile in my home and have a good amount of experience with tiling on cement foundations, but subfloor installations are new to…
Can I Use Self-Leveling Compound Before Tiling?
I'm renovating my bathroom and have encountered some unevenness in the floors, with the middle being 1/4" higher than the side walls. I'm down to 3/4" OSB, and…
Do I really need a membrane between my bathroom subfloor and tiles?
Hey everyone! We're in the process of remodeling our bathroom and have completely ripped out the old flooring down to the studs. We've laid down plywood and are…
Thoughts on Using Large Format Tiles for Shower Walls?
Has anyone else opted for large format tiles for their shower walls, particularly 24x48" porcelain tiles, and ended up regretting the decision? A family member is considering these…
Can I Sand Off the Old Adhesives from My Bathroom Floor?
I'm working on a DIY project for my bathroom floor and there's a bunch of old adhesive and leftover material from the previous flooring making a mess. I…
Do I Need Backer Board Before Tiling on Self-Leveling Concrete?
I'm in the process of redoing my bathroom, and I've noticed that the plywood subfloor isn't level. My plan is to lay down some self-leveling concrete to fix…