Customer Reviews

Ceramic Tile: Selecting, Installing, Maintaining (Smart Guides)

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I have been searching for the perfect book on tiling and finally I have found it. I have never done this before and have several projects in my home that I want to complete (floors, countertop, fireplace) and this is the first book that covers each one. This is a brief look into what the book holds:
1. Tile Basics (characteristics, sizes/shapes, room prep)
2. Tools and Matrials (prep tools, cutting tools, setting tools, basic materials)
3. Tiling floors
4. Tiling walls
5. Tiling countertops
6. Tiling tubs and showers
7. Indoor projects
8. Outdoor projects
9. Repairs and maintenance
The pictures and illustrations are clear and easy to follow. I also like that the pictures are relatively up to date and modern looking. In short, this book has set me up to succeed in all of my tiling projects.

This is a good how-to book. Clear step-by-step photos and instructions that are easy to follow. If you are looking for ideas and tile layouts keep looking.

This book has very few pictures, but many useful tips. I gave it only 2 stars because I would have liked to see how the tips and instructions translated into actual bathrooms. I did not find this book to be very inspiring, but it might be more useful to someone who is remodeling their bathroom.

The book arrived in average condition at best and was clearly read and the cover was dog-eared and showed signs of typical use. The service was good and was shipped within 48 hours.