Q: My husband and I want to remodel our master shower and install a new custom-tile shower stall. What do you think is an easy way for us to install the floor, and what material will be easy to ...

A: Let’s start from the bottom up. If you’re not going to use tile, usually you need to first choose a pre-made shower base. Shower bases are factory-made and available in different sizes and ...

Q: We have an older shower stall and the mixing valve has to be replaced. The valve is installed in an area that’s hard to access, and we need to open up the tile. The present tile can’t be matched.

QUESTION -- Could you comment on the pros and cons of installing a shower surround versus "old-fashioned" ceramic tile? If tile is to be used, how can you avoid the problem of mildew developing in the ...

Q: Hello, Mr. Del Grande. I enjoy getting my building tips from your column, and I now have a problem that I'm hoping you can help me with. I'm installing a custom tile shower stall and had planned on ...