Question: Can I install my own kitchen backsplash? Answer: You sure can. Installing a backsplash is a smart DIY project, because it not only protects walls against ...

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 ...

To install cement board over plywood, first ensure the plywood surface is clean, dry, and level. Measure and cut the cement board to fit the area, then spread a thin layer of thinset mortar onto the ...