Robin Nicholas

Robin Nicholas has worked as a professional in the tile industry for over two decades mentoring apprentices, serving as a consultant, and installing tile.

Cutting Tile on a Manual Tile Cutter
Make straight and angled cuts with a score-and-snap technique on this basic but capable tile-cutting tool.
Tiling a Backsplash with Decorative Tile Inserts
Learn how to lay out and cut wall tiles to leave room for accents that will spruce up the look of any backsplash.
Tiling a Large Floor Area
Tile pros Robin Nicholas and Michael Schweit provide a complete guide to installing large tiles on the diagonal across an entry area and living room.
Levels and Miscellaneous Tile-Setting Tools
Don't overlook these tile-installation accessories.
How to Cut Tile With a Wet Saw
Learn how to make curved, L-shaped, and inside cuts in tile with this essential power tool.
Cutting with Tile Nippers
Use this hand tool to nibble away at or snap small sections of tile for surprisingly accurate and complex cuts.
Demolition Tools
You'll need a full complement of demo tools if you're tearing apart old tile jobs.
Personal Safety Gear for Tiling
Wear a few inexpensive safety accessories to protect your eyes, ears, lungs, and hands during the various phases of tiling.
Setting a Replacement Tile
Follow these 6 steps to install the new tile.
Removing a Damaged Tile
First you need to remove the grout around the tile, and then use a hammer and chisel or a grinder to break out the damaged tile.

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