How To

Latest How To

Pair of hands fitting cut light coloured tile into corner on wall with grey adhesive and tile spacers in the foreground
Don't let tiling corners spoil your latest project. Discover the art of tackling inside and outside corners

By Steve Jenkins last updated

Tiling a corner isn't as difficult as you might think. Here we reveal a few trade secrets to get a smooth, good looking finish

Home Improvements
Shower on beige tiled wall with water pouring out
Lack of power in your shower? Ways to increase your water pressure

By Gabriella Dyson last updated

Don't let lacklustre showers ruin your morning routine. Learn how to identify the causes of low water pressure in a shower and discover 5 simple steps to combat the issue.

Bathroom
Hand laying tile adhesive on floor next to light wood effect floor tiles
How much tile adhesive do I need? Our expert has the answer

By Steve Jenkins last updated

‘How much tile adhesive do I need?’ is a key question to answer before you start tiling. Here's how to work out the amount you'll need for walls and floors

DIY
Contemporary light bathroom with tall thin tiles on wall and around window with bath and sink in foreground
If you’re thinking of tiling around a window, then this step-by-step guide will show you how to get it right

By Steve Jenkins last updated

Need the know-how for tiling around a window? Follow our step-by-step guide to discover the best techniques to get a pro looking finish

DIY
Dark hexagon tiles on wall and floor in shower room with bathroom furniture in the foreground
Before ripping out your old tiles, find out if you can tile over tiles to save you time and money

By Steve Jenkins last updated

Can you tile over tiles doesn't have straightforward answer. Here we take a look at when it's a good and bad idea backed up by some expert insight

Flooring
Person placing grey rectangular tile into shower floor
This tiling a shower guide tells you what you need to know to create a smart, long-lasting and watertight finish

By Steve Jenkins last updated

Tiling a shower brings with it some subtle differences to standard tiling. Here we reveal what prep you need to do and whether to start with the floor or walls

Bathroom
Air purifier on a wooden floor next to a plant
How poor is your indoor air quality? Experts reveal four ways to improve it – and the signs it could be harming your health

By Megan Milstead Published

Discover the best ways to improve indoor air quality at home, according to experts

Air Quality
Victorian style fireplace with white surround and small blue tiles hearth and surround
Check out this easy-to-follow tiling a fireplace advice to create a stunning hearth

By Luke Arthur Wells last updated

Tiling a fireplace shouldn't be the biggest challenge for a competent DIYer. We look at the how it's done and the key things you need to know

DIY
Large empty room with green plasterboard on walls, covered with large format white tiles
What are the hidden challenges of tiling onto plasterboard? Pros reveal their techniques for perfect, durable finishes

By Steve Jenkins last updated

Tiling onto plasterboard is similar to tiling onto plaster or tile, but you need to get your prep and process right. A couple of pros reveal their tips

DIY
Hand wearing a rubber glove cleaning a shower screen
Goodbye limescale and watermarks! Here's how to get a squeaky clean shower screen in two simple steps

By Megan Milstead Published

Cleaning experts reveal the secret to a spotless shower screen

Bathroom
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 Archives