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  • Replacing Ceramic Tile: Steps to Do It Right the First Time

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    Imagine that you’ve just moved into a new house, and nearly everything about it is perfect. It has the ideal number of rooms, a modern kitchen, and maybe it even has additional amenities like a swimming pool or a patio in the backyard. However, there is one problem: replacing ceramic tile with a new tile instal...
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  • Floor Tile Patterns: The Ultimate Guide to Layouts and Designs

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    Want to know what’s happening in the field of tile installation right now? Tile isn’t just about the color or finish you choose, it’s also about how you lay it down. The right layout can completely change how a space looks and feels, transforming a basic material into a stunning focal point. If you are in the bus...
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  • Ceramic Floor Tiles: The Ultimate Guide to Pros, Cons, and Installation

    Ceramic tile is strong, easy to maintain, and highly cost-effective, making it an excellent choice for virtually any room in your home. Whether you are planning a bathroom remodel, a kitchen upgrade, or looking to refresh your living room, ceramic floor tiles offer a versatile and timeless flooring solution. Howe...
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  • What Is a Grout Float and How Do You Use It?

    Grouting Tile - The Purpose of Laying Joints
    You’ve just installed your tiles and everything looks good except there are spaces between the tiles. What do you do? Simply apply grout between these spaces using a grout float. This creates the impression of a continuous surface. What Is a Grout Float? This is a tool that’s designed to apply grout in spa...
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  • Tile Spacers – a Must in Your Installation

    Types and Sizes As mentioned already, spacers come in a variety of types and sizes. Keep in mind there isn’t any one-size-fits-all solution, and you must choose the right size and shape based on the requirements of your project.   X-Shaped Tile Spacers: Use this type of spacers where four tiles meet...
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  • The Complete Guide to Choosing the Best Outdoor Tile

    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 fire pits, you need a solid foundation. Deciding on the right type of floor can be a daunting process if you don’t know what to look for. When searching for the ...
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  • Our Top Tips For Using Tile Spacers Effectively

    If you’re beginning work on a new tiling project, and it’s your first time working with tile, you may be a bit confused. There is a lot to know about laying and placing tile. From mixing up mortar, to cutting tiles with the Rubi Tile Cutter or Rubi Tile Saw, and grouting the final result – it can get confusing.That’...
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  • How to Lay Herringbone Tile: Patterns and Tips

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    There's one specific tile pattern that has taken the tile installation industry by storm—herringbone! It is a simple yet unique pattern that will add design value to any room. According to King and Allen, the pattern dates back to the Roman Empire. Built on top of crushed stone, it is extremely stable and dur...
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  • How Tile a Backsplash: Choosing and Installing the Tile

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    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 or tile installation can even increase the value of your home. One quick and cost-effective home improvement project is to ad...
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  • How to Use a Tile Saw: Best Practices

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    Did you know that, according to NerdWallet, homeowners spent over $500 billion between 2017 and 2019 on home improvement projects? Additionally, between March and August 2020, 61% of homeowners had taken on these types of projects. If you’re one of the many Americans choosing to do a home improvement project...
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