Ceramic tile is a rigid product that has a high compressive strength. This means you can squeeze it and it won't crush. However, ceramic tile, concrete and natural stone have low tensile strength.

Some tile layouts demand far more precision than others, and one popular pattern stands out for the extra planning, cutting, and alignment it requires.

Which comes first, tile floors or cabinets? It's the catch-22 of kitchen remodeling. There are arguments for both sides. However, the pros outweigh the cons for installing kitchen floor tiles first, ...