Key Points Pros say stone mosaics, wood-look porcelain, and pastels feel dated and impractical.Diagonal, checkerboard, and ...

Pros say stone mosaics, wood-look porcelain, and pastels feel dated and impractical. Diagonal, checkerboard, and accent stripe patterns look busy and outdated. Modern bathrooms favor simple, cohesive, ...

Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. If you've always loved the mosaic look but the installation process feels overwhelming, there is a new tile trend to try.

Using tiles with different patterns in your bathroom can make it feel elevated and unique, but there are guidelines to follow so it doesn't look mismatched.

Planning a bathroom remodel? The style starts with the tile. A classic subway tile sets the stage for a timeless look, while a marble basketweave tile instantly elevates a space. Dramatic veining can ...

The original version of this story appeared in Quanta Magazine. If you want to tile a bathroom floor, square tiles are the simplest option—they fit together without any gaps in a grid pattern that can ...

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People have been surfacing floors and walls in tile for hundreds of years; it’s one of our oldest materials. But the industry keeps reinventing the product. Digital printing and fabricating advances ...

Dear James: I have seen inlaid wood floors in older buildings and would like one in my own home. Can I add decorative inlays to my existing hardwood floors? — Trish K. Dear Trish: Decorative inlays in ...