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 ...

Janine asks: I’m putting up a ceramic tile backsplash in my kitchen. Can I put the tile directly on the drywall, or do I have to tear it out and use a cement board? Danny Lipford: If you’re talking ...

The kitchen is the hardest-working room in the house, with cabinets, counters, and appliances filling nearly every square inch. Yet one of its most visible, functional surfaces, the backsplash wall, ...

2020 has been the year of DIY: We’re all cooped up in our homes, looking around and thinking, “Hell with it, I’ll just do that myself.” One of the hardest (and most expensive) home projects can be ...

"Hearst Magazines and Yahoo may earn commission or revenue on some items through these links." Your kitchen feeling a bit drab? You don’t have to put a sledgehammer through the wall to give your space ...

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 ...

If your kitchen backsplash is giving you the ick, peel-and-stick tiles can feel like an incredibly tempting option, especially if you're in a rental. The problem: A lot of them are easy to apply, but ...

This article may contain affiliate links that Yahoo and/or the publisher may receive a commission from if you buy a product or service through those links. If your kitchen backsplash is giving you the ...