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Welcome to the world of DIY tiling. We are here to guide you with step-by-step instructions and tips to get your next tile project to come out as a resounding success. Whatever you need to know about tiling floors, walls, ceilings, bathrooms, and backsplashes, you can find here in our projects, discussion boards, and video tutorials.

What do you want to tile?

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Top DIY Tiling Projects

Prepare to be impressed by the top DIY tile projects on Hometalk.

Dollar Store Backsplash

Dollar Store Backsplash

If you’re a regular Dollar Store shopper (and aren’t most DIYers?), you know about those little...

Alicia WAlicia W
DIY Renter Friendly Tiled Wall

DIY Renter Friendly Tiled Wall

Because I live in a PMQ, i.e a rented home, I’ve created renter friendly tiled wall for our small...

ArielAriel
Remodelling The Old Nasty Carpeted Bathroom Floor

Remodelling The Old Nasty Carpeted Bathroom Floor

Some easy steps to remove old nasty bathroom carpet and remodel the bathroom floor with great...

Keren MilmanKeren Milman
Arabesque Blue Tile Backsplash Using an Adhesive Mat

Arabesque Blue Tile Backsplash Using an Adhesive Mat

My husband and I tiled our kitchen backsplash recently -- our first tiling job ever! We used Mussel...

Sue P.Sue P.
Caulking Made Easy

Caulking Made Easy

Here are some tips to make caulking easier. Also some good lessons I learned along the way doing our...

CarlitakraglandCarlitakragland
Simple Fix for Problem Ceiling

Simple Fix for Problem Ceiling

Our house was built in 1970 and was a fixer upper when we bought it 22 years ago. Raising 5 young...

Pam BurleyPam Burley
Changing Nasty Carpeted Stairs  to Mosaic Garden Path Magic!

Changing Nasty Carpeted Stairs to Mosaic Garden Path Magic!

This is an edited edition of a previous post to give you more information and instructions as...

GayleGayle
Bottle Cap Floor Tile

Bottle Cap Floor Tile

We hated the musky carpet in the office / craft room, So, rather than buy a normal floor covering,...

Coraline JonesCoraline Jones
Mosaic Cookie Sheet Serving Tray

Mosaic Cookie Sheet Serving Tray

I have to be honest and say that mosaic is not my forte, nor is it my favorite type of art to play...

Rob & Courtney M, Hometalk TeamRob & Courtney M, Hometalk Team
How to Tile a Backsplash

How to Tile a Backsplash

A backsplash used to be put into kitchens to catch your flying food and to easily clean up. No...

Construction2styleConstruction2style

Popular Slideshows for Tiling

Browse our slideshows of DIY tiling projects. They won't disappoint!

15 Ways You Never Thought of Using Tile in Your Home

15 Ways You Never Thought of Using Tile in Your Home

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14 Contemporary Bathroom Floor Tile Ideas and Trends to Consider

14 Contemporary Bathroom Floor Tile Ideas and Trends to Consider

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12 Clever Subway Tile Solutions That Add Style

12 Clever Subway Tile Solutions That Add Style

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Clever Bathroom Tile Ideas

Clever Bathroom Tile Ideas

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15 Ways to Get the Look of Subway Tiles Without the Mess

15 Ways to Get the Look of Subway Tiles Without the Mess

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15 Reasons to Drop Everything and Buy Inexpensive Tile

15 Reasons to Drop Everything and Buy Inexpensive Tile

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Tiling Videos

We've got DIY tile video tutorials that have step-by-step instructions.

Easy Stick N Peel Tile

Easy Stick N Peel Tile

This is almost too easy to be true! If you are looking for a quick and easy way to add some tile to...

Amanda C, Hometalk TeamAmanda C, Hometalk Team
Dollar Store Gem Back Splash - Part 2

Dollar Store Gem Back Splash - Part 2

Several months ago, I created a back splash in my bathroom using gems from the Dollar Store. After a...

Alicia WAlicia W
PVC Mosaic Planters

PVC Mosaic Planters

I needed some tall planters, so I went to Lowe's. News flash! Tall planters are very expensive!! But...

Alicia WAlicia W
Old Coffee Table Makeover Transformation  With Mosaic Glass Tiles

Old Coffee Table Makeover Transformation With Mosaic Glass Tiles

I just love the design of these little Vintage Mid Century coffee tables with their sleek dansette...

Susan GoodeSusan Goode

Hometalkers' Favorite DIY Tiling Projects

Come visit our best DIY tile projects and find the inspiration you need.

Mosaic Fish

Mosaic Fish

Empty wine bottles, shards of a mirror and glass nuggets turned into a fish decoration for my...

Da.herrmannDa.herrmann
How To Tile Onto A Wood Shelf!

How To Tile Onto A Wood Shelf!

Epoxy mortar and grout, ya'll!! There have been huge advancements in mortar and grout and...

Bryan's WorkshopBryan's Workshop
Mosaic Catio (Cat Patio) Project

Mosaic Catio (Cat Patio) Project

The bricked-in area outside of our master bath will be a great place to design a patio for our...

Gail bixlerGail bixler
DIY Hearth Pad for Wood Stove

DIY Hearth Pad for Wood Stove

The hubby decided he wants a wood stove in our house, and we looked around first for pre-made hearth...

Dessya PalitDessya Palit
Tables Are Tops Challenge

Tables Are Tops Challenge

For my tabletop challenge, I decided to try my hand at a mosaic. After researching multiple options...

Tallahassee GirlTallahassee Girl
Glass Kitchen Back Splash

Glass Kitchen Back Splash

We have a large kitchen with a Butler pantry & drop zone, that all needed a little color to finish...

JodiJodi

Popular Tiling Discussions

Check out our popular discussions on how to tile yourself. See what's trending now.

Can you tile and grout mirrors?

LisaLisa

Can you tile mirrors in a shower/bathroom?

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Can you tile and grout mirrors?
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Can u put tile directly over linoleum

Regina AxleyRegina Axley

diy small bathroom remodel, limited budget and know how. Want to...

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Can u put tile directly over linoleum
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How can I improve the look of the grout between my subway tile?

Nikki staadtNikki staadt

My tiler left a wide spacing between subway tiles. The black grout...

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Is it absolutely necessary to grout bathroom floor tile & new shower?

CarlaCarla

I hate cleaning grout and love the look with no grout lines.

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Got a Tiling Question?

Got a question about how to lay tiles in your next DIY tiling project? Here you go.

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New Tiling Projects

Here is our collection of new DIY tile projects. See what's new in tile.

Penny Wall Stove Backsplash

Penny Wall Stove Backsplash

When I bought my house there was one of those old yucky ovens from the 70's with the high top. I...

Jennifer LynnJennifer Lynn
Dollar Store Gem Back Splash - Part 2

Dollar Store Gem Back Splash - Part 2

Several months ago, I created a back splash in my bathroom using gems from the Dollar Store. After a...

Alicia WAlicia W
PVC Mosaic Planters

PVC Mosaic Planters

I needed some tall planters, so I went to Lowe's. News flash! Tall planters are very expensive!! But...

Alicia WAlicia W
Beautiful Massachusetts Backsplash Update

Beautiful Massachusetts Backsplash Update

After moving into a new house and replacing the floors, Daria and Gabe decided it was finally time...

South CypressSouth Cypress
Mosaic Tile Trivets or Pot Stands

Mosaic Tile Trivets or Pot Stands

After I had tiled the patio on my shed (see other posts) I had a couple of tiles left. So what to do...

Stephen TaylorStephen Taylor
Mosaic Walkway

Mosaic Walkway

Our front walkway was just recycled concrete pieces and dirt. I decided I wanted a mosaic walkway...

Eileen Wuenstel TaylorEileen Wuenstel Taylor

Browse Tile Projects

The Most Creative Ways to Use Dollar Store Gems to Make Home Decor.

The Most Creative Ways to Use Dollar Store Gems to Make Home Decor.

You might want to hop over to the Dollar Store after seeing these incredible DIY's! - Grout-less...

Abbie MAbbie M
How to Upcycle a Vintage Bedside Table With Mosaics

How to Upcycle a Vintage Bedside Table With Mosaics

I adore vintage furniture and up cycling to breath new life and love into again! This sad brown...

Susan GoodeSusan Goode
Design a Mosaic Table

Design a Mosaic Table

The technology is simple, the result is impressive: mosaic tiles decorate simple tables and...

KhatijahKhatijah
3 Stunning Mosaic Upcycles to Try in Your Home.

3 Stunning Mosaic Upcycles to Try in Your Home.

Check out these 3 unique ways to upcycle ordinary items into extraordinary mosaics! Get the step by...

Abbie MAbbie M
Beautiful Kitchen Island From Curbside Stand!

Beautiful Kitchen Island From Curbside Stand!

A stand of some sort thrown out on the curb was re-purposed and became a lovely kitchen island with...

DesertRoseDesertRose
How to Transform a Table Top With Your Old Crockery

How to Transform a Table Top With Your Old Crockery

I love recycling old things and transforming with creative ideas to breath some new life into...

Susan GoodeSusan Goode
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