Q. I have a gorgeous white tile floor in my home. It’s a long story, but I dropped something and chipped a tile. Do I have to take out the old tile and replace it with a new one? I would think ...

Did you know there are countertop and tile repair kits that sell for around $20? They fill in cracks or chips on granite and marble and porcelain. You’ll have to mix in different colors and shades to ...

Dear James: The kids have burned a spot with hot pans in my laminated kitchen countertop. I cannot afford a new countertop. Is there any method to make a repair myself that will not look terrible? - ...

Broken bathroom tiles let moisture seep below the surface to cause real damage. You should always fix a broken tile, but experts say it may require more than yanking out one to set another. Replacing ...

Key Points Painting tile grout is generally a cosmetic fix that can lead to serious problems.Painting grout is acceptable only under limited conditions.Regrouting is the best option for most tile, ...

A chipped tile can be a trip hazard and you can cut your foot on the sharp edges. Chipped and broken tiles must be repaired. Dirty and crumbled grout can make your home appear unkempt. Here’s how to ...

Dear Tim: I have a gorgeous white tile floor in my home. It’s a long story, but I dropped something and chipped a tile. I tried to hide it with a throw rug, but my wife caught me. To get out of the ...

Spring is on its way (yes, really!) and that means the time has come to take care of that long, long "to do" list of household repairs that piled up over the winter. In order to get you started off on ...