The advent of cement backer board has made it possible for do-it-yourselfers to lay tile like a pro. The reason: For most installations, it eliminates the need to set tile in a thick bed of mortar.

A handyman measuring a corner to lay down laminate tiles - Nadzeya Haroshka/Getty Images Tiling projects are all fun and games until you get to the corner. If you started your tile pattern in the ...

You’ve got visions of a gorgeous herringbone tiled bathroom or are planning to remove the plain white squares in your kitchen to create a trendy pink splashback. You find some bargain tiles, read up ...