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ANSWER – To keep it simple, there are two basic types of cracks. A structural crack that moves vertically or a shrinkage crack that moves horizontally. You can not treat a structural crack. You either…

ANSWER – Yes, ceramic tile can be painted, but it will eventually peal and will be a big job to remove later. The existing ceramic tile would have to be thoroughly cleaned and then…

ANSWER – First you need to determine why the floor is cracking. It could be that the concrete subfloor has a crack in it that is continuing up through the ceramic tile. It could…

ANSWER – You can install ceramic tile or stone outside in a freeze thaw climatic condition if you use the appropriate tile.

First, the ceramic tile or stone can’t have an absorption rate greater…

ANSWER – Suggestions from Fred Hueston:

1. Clean the granite with acetone and apply a color enhancer. This will darken the stone but should keep the finger prints away.

2. Seal the stone with mineral oil…Mineral…

ANSWER – Ceramic tile designs are very trendy and come and go quickly. If you have checked with the manufacturer or last known supplier and they don’t have it, then it’ll be a long…

ANSWER – There are pros and cons for installing ceramic tile over vinyl. This method is not uncommon, but it’s always best to bond (adhere) ceramic tile directly to a good concrete subfloor. The…

ANSWER – There are a lot of variables to determine what is the best method for removing your tile. It depends on the substrate (sub-floor) it is attached to and what you used to…

ANSWER – There are lots of variables regarding how to attach your cabinets to ceramic tile. We don’t have any experience with the requirements and limitations of installing cabinets. Generally speaking, the type of…

ANSWER – You are asking a very big question that would take a lot of investigation. I’ll give you a few comments to help put it into perspective, but ultimately you will have to…