Long gone are the days when tile grout was purely functional. Increasingly, designers are using color to transform the gap-filling plaster into a feature in its own right. 'Using grout as a design ...

Q: I made a mistake and discovered your detailed floor grouting video series a bit too late. I should have watched the videos before I started my job, but what’s done is done. Five hours ago, I ...

It has been a staple for kitchen backsplashes since the turn of the 20th century, and for good reason. White subway tile is a simple and clean design choice that works for multiple styles. But what ...

You likely spend more time in the bathroom than you think, whether it be sitting on the throne, taking a shower, shaving, applying makeup, or even just organizing all the items scattered across your ...

Applying grout is the final step in laying or adhering tile. It’s a messy process but a satisfying one: Yes, grout gives newly laid tiles a finished look. What’s more important, grout acts as a buffer ...

Q: I want to change the color of the grout in my floor and wall tile. I've seen ads for miracle roll-on products and wonder if they can be trusted. Can you change the color of grout so it looks ...

Editor’s note: Welcome to the 33rd installment of Brownstone Boys Reno, a reader renovation diary. We’re excited to publish their tale of buying and renovating a brownstone in Bed Stuy. See the first ...

Mark is a seasoned green industry veteran and freelance writer based in Georgia. His work encompasses all things garden, landscape, home improvement, and DIY, with a focus on sustainability. Mark ...

Q. The grout in one joint of my floor tile has come out. Do you know why this happened? Upon close inspection, I can see that the previous homeowner repaired it. What's the best way to work with floor ...

Q. I made a mistake and discovered your detailed floor grouting video series a bit too late. I should have watched them before I started my job, but what’s done is done. Five hours ago, I grouted my ...