Tom Meehan

A classic mud job forms the tile base for a modern curbless shower

When durability is paramount, epoxy can't be beat, and with careful prep work, it's not as fussy as you think.

How to choose the best one for the job

This specialized tile saw makes quick work of shaping stone and glass tiles

Cutting the outside radius is easy, but the inside radius requires a few extra steps and some skill

This shower-stall alternative lets in the light, offers privacy, and makes a small space feel roomy

Choosing thinset or mastic depends on the job

Noble Niches are the perfect depth to slide into a 2x4 wall cavity

Porcelain and nonporcelain tile might look the same, but their durabilty differs

How to choose between stronger and more expensive epoxy and traditional cement-based grout

An old-fashioned mud job and a high-tech membrane team up for a leakproof floor

A high-tech membrane minimizes the chances for cracked tile or grout failure

Durable and decorative, a tile backsplash dresses up the wall behind a sink or behind a stove

It's the hottest thing on the market, but the installation is trickier than with ceramic tile

Replace your old fiberglass tub with a tiled shower

Under tile, heat mats warm your toes without pipes and a boiler

A thick mortar bed over a vinyl membrane makes a sturdy base for tile, but it pays to test for leaks

An earthy alternative to the cold, austere look of marble, limestone is easy to work with and maintain

Unlike a plywood or backerboard substrate, a modified mud job might be more reliable over the long haul

Take the time to get your tiles tight and flat, and your shower will look as if it had been carved out of solid marble

Decorative tiles liven up a kitchen

Now that the mortar bed and waterproof membrane are in place, Tom Meehan shows how to lay out, set, and grout the tile floor

Tile setter Tom Meehan shows how to mix, place, and screed a traditional mud bed for a smooth and properly-pitched shower floor

After Tom Meehan sets the linear drain, he demonstrates how to install all of the components of a modern tile-underlayment

Master tile setter Tom Meehan combines a time-tested mortar base with a modern waterproofing membrane and linear drain to create an easy-access shower

Learn reliable techniques for tile layout, installation, and grouting over vertical surfaces