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. Granite tile looks like it would be excellent flooring or as a wall treatment. Is granite flooring a good choice or will it scratch easily? I am thinking of installing granite tile in several ...

Selecting the right tile type may be easy, but installing requires skilled personnel. Tiles come textured or smooth. Materials include ceramic, glass, and quarried rock such as slate, granite, or ...

Q DEAR TIM: Granite tile looks as if it would be excellent flooring or a wall treatment. Is granite flooring a good choice, or will it scratch easily? I am thinking of installing granite tile in ...

Q. Granite countertops are still very popular, and I love the look of natural stone. But I can't afford the giant thick slabs of granite. I've seen the thinner, affordable granite tile and wonder how ...