Janine asks: I’m putting up a ceramic tile backsplash in my kitchen. Can I put the tile directly on the drywall, or do I have to tear it out and use a cement board? Danny Lipford: If you’re talking ...

Janine asks: I’m putting up a ceramic tile backsplash in my kitchen. Can I put the tile directly on the drywall, or do I have to tear it out and use a cement board? Danny Lipford: If you’re talking ...

Expert DIYer April Wilkerson installs a fresh subway tile backsplash over drywall, giving any kitchen an elegant new look.

As you might expect, the kitchen remains one of the most expensive rooms to remodel. And no wonder: Between cabinets, countertops and contractors, revamping the heart of the home can be a ...