Welcome back to Make It Nice, Defector’s best design advice column. Everyone’s saying this! Here are this month’s dilemmas: ...

Don't think you can paint your bathroom tiles if you're a renter? Just skip the primer. The paint will be easy to remove before your lease ends.

In Italy, house cleaning is a tradition that goes beyond simple domestic duty; it is a ritual that reflects our love for ...

One reviewer shared that this Shark mop helped them achieve “no dust, no dirt, no dog hair — just truly clean floors.” ...

These expert tips will keep your vinyl, tile, and even wood floors looking great, year in and year outDoormats and boot ...

Marble has long been associated with elegance, tradition, and timeless architecture. But in the hands of today’s designers ...

Cleaning is an important factor in your decision, but so is style. “The most important thing to think about when selecting a ...

Tiling your countertops is fairly inexpensive, easy to do, and provides plenty of flexibility, but you could end up with a ...

There’s nothing quite like stepping into a clean, freshly updated bathroom. But over time, even the best bathrooms show signs of wear—scratched tubs, dull tiles, faded countertops, and stained showers ...

Key Takeaways Seal your tile and grout at least once a year to prevent water, soap, and dirt from seeping in and making the ...

Ceramic floor tile has a rich legacy as a durable flooring material. You’ve undoubtedly walked across it in countless public buildings. Hotel lobbies, commercial buildings and even my own previous ...

It’s no wonder at least 20 of her tiles have cracks in them. Her ceramic tile floor is a hot mess. There is now only one way to repair my daughter’s tile floor. You may have the same issue ...