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Want to know what's happening in the field of tile installation right now? Let's look at some trends in tile floor patterns. If you are in the business of laying tiles, then you'll want to know what these trends are, so that you can lay floors that will, well, floor your clients. Staying on trend guarantees work&...

Whether you’ve been installing ceramic floor tiles for years or this is your first tile installation, you can’t deny that this material can add a certain charm to any room, from the kitchen to the bathroom to the living room. Ceramic tiles are attractive, durable, and require little maintenance. In fact, you can vis...

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...

There are instances where creativity and working with what you’ve got can alter the result for the better. That is the case of Tile Spacers. In art, for example, those who broke the rules and put their imagination to work were able to create new movements that defined an entire generation. The same goes for gastrono...

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 to install the tile floor first. Deciding on the right type of floor can be a daunting process if you don't know what you should be looking...

Tile cutter vs wet saw? These are the two best tile cutting tools for tile setters. But which you should choose depends on the specific job at hand, the materials you're cutting, and the space to work on. That's why today, we're bringing you our guide for choosing the best tool for your project. When it comes to the...

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.For many people, the kitchen is an integral ...

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’...

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...

Learning how to remove floor tile properly can be a tough part of the tile installation process, especially when they don't meet you halfway and come up easily. That's why we've put together some tips and tricks. Home improvement projects are on the rise, with Americans spending an average of $7,560 o...