Ceramic Tile

Ceramic Tile Shower

Ask The Builder — Summary: Repairing ceramic tile after the gypsum board failed in your shower can be a do-it-yourself project. Ceramic tile showers require a water-proof backing to prevent drywall and stud damage. Follow these tips when installing ceramic tile in ...More…

Ceramic Tile Repair Alternative

Ask The Builder — Summary: Ceramic tile replacement may not be the only answer to cracked and loose tiles. Consider ceramic tile repair by a good artist. First thing to do is reconnect the loose tile and clean out grout lines before grouting tiles again. The ...More…

Ceramic Tile Backer Board Tips

Ask The Builder — Summary: Tile backer boards need to be correctly installed for the ideal waterproof bathroom. Never allow moisture resistant boards or waterproof boards to contact the ledge of the tub or shower. Follow the manufacturer's installation ...More…

Ceramic Tile Backer Boards

Ask The Builder — Summary: Ceramic tile backer boards are essential for a waterproof bathroom. Gypsum boards and cementitious backer boards are two kinds to consider. Moisture resistant boards are different than waterproof boards, so be sure to choose the best ...More…

Ceramic Tile Failure

Ask The Builder — Summary: Ceramic tile failure can be directly connected to your backer board getting wet. Cement board and gypsum core board are the best products to use when applying ceramic tile in your bathrooms. Successful tile adhesion comes with proper ...More…

Ceramic Tile & Wood Subfloors

Ask The Builder — Summary: Ceramic tiles laid on a bouncy wood floor will result in tile cracks. Steel I beams and floor joists play a big role in stable floors. Subflooring, like a cement board, should also be secure. Wood floor joists work well with ceramic ...More…

Ceramic Tile Floor Tips

Ask The Builder — Summary: Installing ceramic floor tile depends heavily on the ceramic tile floor layout. Ceramic tile adhesive is also important. Cutting tile and grouting tile finish off the job. Here are some tips for ceramic floor tile installation. Layout of ...More…

Ceramic Tile Grout Removal

Ask The Builder — Summary: Grout removal from ceramic tile requires some tools. First, cleaning ceramic tile grout can be done with oxygen bleach. Ceramic tile grout may need to be replaced if it can't be properly cleaned. More ceramic tile grout information can ...More…

Ceramic Tile Shower Seat

Ask The Builder — Summary: Ceramic tile shower seats are great additions to a shower. The shower seat can be built of ceramic tile, marble or granite. Choose a waterproof backer board to seal the job. Finally, adding shelves can increase the functionality and ...More…

Ceramic Tile Shower Seat Tips

Ask The Builder — Summary: A shower seat is a wonderful addition to a ceramic tile shower. Follow these steps for installing shower seats and you won't be disappointed with the outcome. If you have ever had the pleasure (misfortune!) of demolishing an old ceramic ...More…

Cutting Ceramic Tile

Ask The Builder — Summary: Cutting ceramic tile is simple with the right tools. Ceramic floor tile cutting can be achieved with a nippers, a carbide wheel tile cutter or a diamond saw cutter. Tile cutting can even be done in circles or the edges clipped off for ...More…

How To Install Ceramic Tile

Ask The Builder — Summary: If you want to know how to install ceramic tile in your bathroom or any room, be prepared for some work. It can be fun, and it may become your favorite job. With luck, your walls are plumb and level to make the job go smoothly. Use some ...More…