Whether on your walls or the floor, tile is durable, attractive, and easy to clean and maintain. But installing it can be a challenge—as any amateur DIYer will quickly learn. The job seems ...

Lee Wallender is a home improvement writer of nearly 20 years and specializes in home remodeling, repair and maintenance. Sami Allen is the managing editor at Forbes Home, with over seven years of ...

Q: When we remodeled our kitchen and adjoining pantry, the contractor installed 12-by-12-inch travertine tiles. The tiles are not flush throughout. The blue tape in the picture shows the problem ...