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 ...

Subway tile is both classic and contemporary. Installing a subway tile backsplash into your kitchen provides both an updated ...

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 ...

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 ...

After 10 years in print journalism, Nick transitioned to the home improvement space. He has specialized in maintenance, mortgages, home warranties, moving, car shipping, home security and more for 7 ...

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 ...

WHAT YOU NEED• Glass tile• SimpleMat Tile-setting mat• Trowel• Premixed grout• 2-inch painter's tape• Wet saw with glass tile-cutting blade• Grout float• Sponge• Water bucket• Scissors• Tape ...

If you've got a steady hand, a few easy-to-find supplies and patience, you can install a tile backsplash in a kitchen or bathroom.