Dear James: The foyer floor by the front door has taken a beating from the children over the past 10 years. It is stain-resistant and available in a variety of shapes, surfaces and colors. When ...

QDEAR TIM: The house I grew up in has slate tile that seemed to be a random mix of squares and rectangles. I'd like to install this material in my home. Is that a job that a beginner can tackle ...

Recently, I wrote a column about how to get ceramic tile grout clean. I received quite a few thank-you notes via the “Ask Tim” page at AsktheBuilder.com. It’s always gratifying to hear from you that I ...

Choosing the right tile for kitchens and bathrooms requires balancing aesthetics with high-performance functionality. These rooms face demanding environmental factors, from high foot traffic and daily ...

I have a slate floor in my kitchen that was done by the prior owners. I like it fine, but a few of the slate pieces have come loose (one broke off in the corner although it is still there) and the ...

does anyone know where to find slate tiles for the kitchen floor that have uniform color? i keep seeing online pics of slate floors that have varying shades (be it greys or earth tones) on each tile – ...