Craftsman-Style Upgrades Will Bring More Value to Your Home

According to a recent new Zillow Digs analysis, real estate listings mentioning keywords like "barn door," "shaker cabinets," or "farmhouse sink," sell faster than other listings—and for up to 13% more than the original listing price.

Understanding Mortars and Grouts

Once upon a time tile floors were installed and grouted with a single mortar mix. This type of installation required a very highly skilled installer who could work quickly and accurately. The curing time was rather lengthy and involved misting the surface one, two or three times a day for about a week or longer. …