You can use a roller to paint a ceramic-tile floor. I recommend a roller with a low nap to keep bubbles and texture to a minimum. You can also add products to the paint that allow them to flow well ...

Q: I am thinking about painting the ceramic tile on the floor and walls of several rooms in my home. Is this a reasonable idea? My husband thinks this is folly. A: This is a very reasonable idea. The ...

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Painting tile floors might sound like an easy fix to an ugly tile problem, but don't pick up that floor tile paint just yet. Painting tile floors sounds (and looks) like a common-sense fix to an ugly ...

Janine asks: I’m putting up a ceramic tile backsplash in my kitchen. Can I put the tile directly on the drywall, or do I have to tear it out and use a cement board? Danny Lipford: If you’re talking ...

Janine asks: I’m putting up a ceramic tile backsplash in my kitchen. Can I put the tile directly on the drywall, or do I have to tear it out and use a cement board? Danny Lipford: If you’re talking ...

Q.I live in a house that was built in the 1940s to 1950s, and the floor tile in the bathroom is original -- black and pink. Can I successfully paint this tile so that it is more up-to-date? A. Usually ...

Yes, ceramic tile can be painted, and no, it is not recommended. Many a family whose tiled bathroom reflects tired, outdated colors would love to change it without going to the considerable expense ...

It’s a quick fix for an updated look, but it may be costly Q: How do I install removable vinyl tile as a backsplash in a rental? A: The how-to is easy, but first think carefully about whether you ...

A kitchen backsplash is an ideal area to add a punch of color, a dash of personality, or a bit of pattern to an otherwise straightforward room. Now, more than ever, kitchen cabinets are simple and ...