Question: I’m about to remodel a bathroom. I’ll be switching out a shower stall and know my tile floor will have to be patched. Fortunately, the previous owner left behind lots of tile for me, but ...

Editor’s note: Welcome to the 33rd installment of Brownstone Boys Reno, a reader renovation diary. We’re excited to publish their tale of buying and renovating a brownstone in Bed Stuy. See the first ...

Q. What color grout should I use on white tile? A. There are three combinations to consider. Matching grout (white) proves a clean slate — but will show dirt. Contrasting (such as charcoal gray) makes ...

Keeping grout clean not only helps it look new but also prevents unwanted mold and mildew.

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Q: I'm about to remodel a bathroom. I'll be switching out a shower stall and know my tile floor will have to be patched. Fortunately, the previous owner left behind lots of tile for me, but there's no ...

Tile is one of the most durable and easy-to-clean flooring types, which is why it’s such a popular choice for highly trafficked rooms in the home like the kitchen, bathroom and entryway. But tile ...

The old tiles in the bathroom no longer match current tastes? No problem—tiles can be painted. However, there are some differences compared to painting a wall with emulsion paint. What should you keep ...