Tiles can be used for many decorative and functional purposes around the home. Matching the right material to the right ...

The Standard's journalism is supported by our readers. When you purchase through links on our site, we may earn an affiliate commission. Flooring outside is a tricky business. Whether you choose grass ...

A fellow amateur radio operator reached out to me several days ago. My vanity call sign was coined after my Ask the Builder business. It’s W3ATB. The W3 stands for www for my AsktheBuilder.com website ...

Home design trends come and go over the years. While paint color might be easy to change even as a DIYer, tile design is a much more extensive—and expensive—feature to change on a whim. So how do you ...

When it comes to home renovation projects, they largely fall into two camps. There’s the simple and easy DIY stuff that you can do on your own (or with a friend) without too much risk of messing ...

We may receive a commission on purchases made from links. Outdoor patio space is often an overlooked and under-designed area ...

When you think about tile countertops, what probably leaps to mind are the ubiquitous small squares separated by thick grout lines that you tore out of your last kitchen or master bath when you ...

Gone are the days of a simple patio with plastic chairs and a portable braai, today’s outdoor areas encompass comfortable seating, attractive flooring and often a built-in braai or pizza oven. One can ...