Ceramic and Stone Tiling (A Complete Guide)

By John Ripley

In the past 50 years or so, tiling has become a popular alternative to less durable methods of surfacing in nearly all homes. Wile it is a much less expensive option today as compared to just a generation ago, it can still be quite expensive. Hiring a professional in any field is costly, and construction is no exception. You can save a great deal of money if you could do the job yourself. That's where John Ripley's Ceramic and Stone Tiling comes in handy.

The author takes the beginner on a journey from conception through the finished project. Along the way, he points out tips to make your tiling job better as well as common errors to avoid. He not only provides detailed instructions for the hands on aspects of tiling like placing, adjusting, cutting, and grouting your tiles. But he takes great care in helping you design and layout your tiles. With tiling, the most important step is the planing.

Wile this book is excellent for the weekend warrior, it is definitely not intended for the professional. At 140 pages and covering both wall and floor tiling, a professional looking for a good reference book should look elseware. However, if you're thinking about adding tile to your home yourself but are not sure where to begin, read this book before you make your first visit to the hardware store.