·Beginner-friendly, step-by-step instructions that cover fundamentals, necessary tools and materials, and all the basic information you need to get started. ·Includes 600+ photos and detailed drawings to lead you through designing, planning, preparing, and selecting the right ceramic, stone, porcelain, vinyl, or glass tile for your project ·Includes step-by-step directions for how to apply tiles to floors, walls, countertops, shower enclosures, and more! ·Provides expert tips and easy-to-follow techniques to help do the job right the first time! ·3rd Edition was published in 2012 and has sold almost 18,000 copies to date. ·Will have a technical editor update the material with the goal of adding more projects, photos, updated information (including information on cutting material that is currently out-of-date) and expert tips given the current climate of working with ceramic and stone.