After receiving contractor bids to tile our kitchen backsplash that didn’t fit our budget, my husband and I decided to tackle the project ourselves. With one weekend and a lot of hard work, we ...

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 ...

It’s a quick fix for an updated look, but it may be costly Q: How do I install removable vinyl tile as a backsplash in a rental? A: The how-to is easy, but first think carefully about whether you ...

Tile is one of the most versatile and durable materials for flooring, walls, backsplashes, showers, and a host of other surfaces around the home and outdoors. With a broad range of styles and types, ...

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Janine asks: I’m putting up a ceramic tile backsplash in my kitchen. Can I put the tile directly on the drywall, or do I have to tear it out and use a cement board? Danny Lipford: If you’re talking ...

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 ...

Want to upgrade your laundry room with a bold tile design but don’t have a tile saw? In this tutorial, I’ll show you how to install a chevron backsplash from floor to shelf using basic tools and smart ...

A kitchen backsplash protects your walls from food splatters, grease, water, and everything everyday life throws at it. The backsplash also goes a long way toward defining the room’s style—so even if ...

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Rosanne is an interior design and home improvement writer with 8 years of experience. During that time she has worked with numerous businesses and publications. Rosanne has been with Forbes Home for ...

A backsplash is a decorative element (i.e. its chief function is to look good), and as such, it should follow the existing parameters laid out by your kitchen. The first and foremost rule for deciding ...