Q. Slate was used in the house I grew up in. The slate tile seemed to be a random mix of squares and rectangles. I'd like to install this material in my own home. Is that a job a beginner can tackle ...

Lee Wallender is a home improvement writer of nearly 20 years and specializes in home remodeling, repair and maintenance. Sami Allen is the managing editor at Forbes Home, with over seven years of ...

Q. I have decided to install a slate floor in my kitchen. What must I do to make sure the slate will stay adhered to the floor? What tools will I need? Can I apply the slate to a wood subfloor? Will ...

FOR a quality kitchen or bathroom floor that’s attractive, hard-wearing and will last for years, nothing beats ceramic tiles. FOR a quality kitchen or bathroom floor that’s attractive, hard-wearing ...

Did you know the interior of the house describes the personality of the homeowner? Whereas your home is probably the most valuable asset you can ever own, how well its interior is done speaks volumes ...