Patios are one of the outdoor living spaces that add the most value to your home. But before you can start setting up your furniture, water features, or firepits, you can to install the floor first.  Deciding on the right type of floor can be a daunting process if you don’t know what you should be looking

Wanna know what’s happening in the tile space right now? What’s not happening in the tile space! 2017 saw nearly 3.05 billion square ft of ceramic tile laid in the US. That’s a lot of tiling going on, and with that comes a boatload of hot tile trends.  If you are in the business of laying tiles, then you

Coverings has been for almost thirty years the preeminent event for the ceramic tile & natural stone industry in North America. For that reason, RUBI Tools can not miss this opportunity to show you the most powerful tile tools on earth. This April 9th to 12nd visit the Orange County Convention Center Orlando at Orlando, Florida

If you’ve read our opinion on the pitfalls of groutless tile installation, you’ll know how strongly we believe that grouting can make all the difference to your tiling job.   Yes, grouting takes up a lot of time and can be meticulous work. But it also makes your tiled surfaces last longer, and well-applied grout can make up for the

A recent study showed that 57% of Americans viewed their homes a “work in progress.” Millions of homeowners would love the comfort, sophistication, and cleanliness of a renovated kitchen or bathroom. A new floor will add a gleaming, polished touch to your home, and it may not be as difficult as you think. Porcelain and ceramic

Home renovation project costs are on the rise, but many homeowners are willing to lower these costs by doing the work themselves. Doing the work themselves eliminating time and labor costs. It’s important to note that not everyone has the skills and tools needed to complete a complicated home renovation project such as remodeling a

59% of homeowners plan to remodel or update their properties this year with bathrooms and kitchens topping the list of spaces to get a makeover. The right kitchen or bath remodel can even increase the value of your home.    One quick and cost-effective home improvement project is to add a new backsplash. It enhances character and

Thanks to HGTV and motivated millennials, the home improvement industry is booming. In fact, it’s estimated that Americans spent more than $380 billion last year on home improvements. Of all the home improvement projects, bathroom and kitchen floor renovations led the way. And why wouldn’t they? For many people, the kitchen is an integral part

Let’s paint a picture. You’re replacing the tile kitchen counter. Or maybe it’s the tile bathroom floor. But your tiles just won’t line up. After an hour of frustration and a few choice words, you’re ready to call in the professionals. Good move, right? Stop right there. Tile cutting isn’t difficult. Just because you’re an

Last year alone, homeowners had 3.05 billion square feet of tile installed in homes in the United States. Laying floor tiles is the go-to method for modernizing the look of a home. No matter what style of tile you choose, tile done wrong will have a negative effect on the look of your home. Don’t