If you have an existing toilet you want to replace but aren’t sure if you can do it yourself, check out these 12 easy steps.  It may be simpler than you think! This article will explain how to install a toilet in your bathroom.

1. Measure the distance from the wall to the floor bolts (12″ [...]

If you’re dreaming of metal backsplash tile but don’t want to do the work, then check out Aspect Peel and Stick backsplash tiles. They come in a 3″ x 6″ size and are sold in packs of one square foot, which translates into eight tiles.  Aspect tiles are available in three colors and two different [...]

When it comes to coordinating window treatments, one area of confusion for many is in trying to coordinate shades between horizontal blinds and vertical blinds, especially when the blinds will be in the same room together.  One thing that is not well known is that blind manufacturers have actually planned for this and created several [...]

If you are trying to save money but are tired of your old dingy backsplash, chances are you will be open to anything that works on a budget. Well, did you know that you can paint right over tile?  You don’t have to live with those old tiles anymore and you don’t have to go [...]

Choosing a glass backsplash can be overwhelming.  If you know you want glass tile but aren’t sure what type or what things to consider check out these 5 tips for glass tile backsplash do’s and don’ts:

1. Choose a glass backsplash that you like and won’t get tired of later on.  Don’t choose one just because [...]

Estimating costs for plantation shutters installed can be tricky, but if you are only looking for a guesstimate, it can be done without having to turn to a professional.  The reason I say guesstimate instead of estimate is because we are only guessing at the price.

Each company has different charges for different options, and there [...]

In the last couple of years, sheet vinyl flooring has lost some of it’s popularity because more and more people are choosing laminate flooring, plank vinyl flooring or peel and stick tiles.  If you are looking at new flooring and aren’t sure what to get don’t cross sheet vinyl off your list just yet! Sheet [...]

Quick and Easy Project Idea: Tile over a bathroom vanity top!

If you have an old or beat up laminate vanity top, you can tile over it in an afternoon just by using one of the new tile setting mats. With Bondera or SimpleMat you can change the look of your vanity in just six simple [...]

I recently found another great new product to help you in renovating your bathroom with style.  MirrorMate Frames are an ideal way to frame an existing mirror.  You don’t even have to take your old mirror down to make it look like new!  MirrorMate’s go right on top of your existing mirror, even if it [...]

Today a reader writes:
Diva, does cost mean anything when it comes to the tools for tile?
Yes it does!  With some tile tools, you don’t really have a choice in the matter. However with the ones you do, it really does matter a lot.  Before purchasing tile tools ask yourself how big is the area I [...]