Not long ago setting mosaic tile meant embedding each small piece in a mortar bed. Later, sheets of mosaic held together by paper facing helped reduce installation time. These early face-mounted ...

Choosing tiles is just one step in creating a kitchen backsplash. The pattern in which you'll lay them on the wall can make or break your kitchen aesthetic.

Tile has come a long way from the white ceramic 4-inch squares, bordered with black, that characterized my family bathroom in the 1960s. Showrooms are dizzying when it comes to options and design ...

Lowe Larretta is former lead editor for Forbes Home, covering all things related to home improvement and good design. She previously worked in the decor and lifestyle spaces for digital publishers ...