After 10 years in print journalism, Nick transitioned to the home improvement space. He has specialized in maintenance, mortgages, home warranties, moving, car shipping, home security and more for 7 ...

I was quoted thousands of dollars to demo my kitchen backsplash. I decided to tile over the tile myself for around $600. The key to my success was an adhesive tile mat, and it's very simple to do.

The geometric pattern of the tile in this Mountain View bath, left, is accented with a contrasting grout color to add visual interest. Subway tiles, right, provide a classic look. Photo by Agnieszka ...

A kitchen backsplash protects your walls from food splatters, grease, water, and everything everyday life throws at it. The backsplash also goes a long way toward defining the room’s style—so even if ...

Erin Napier of HGTV's "Home Town" shared an incredible DIY idea for a gorgeous kitchen backsplash that is sure to make any ...

Unfortunately, in the hierarchy of kitchen design, the backsplash often gets overlooked. However, this small surface can pack a big visual punch, either pulling the space's design elements together, ...

Timothy has written about personal finance, including detailed home renovation and repair cost guides, since 2017. His work covers everything from plumbing and roofing to solar and pest control. Find ...