Q: Tim, I read a column on your website about rock retaining walls. I’m having a hard time believing you can build a lasting wall and not use mortar between the stones. I’d love to just build ...

The gap is easily filled with the tile wall grout, and it looks great once complete. Advertisement. It’s also important for the rough carpenter to get the wall framing perfect so all this works out.

Q: Granite tile looks as if it would be excellent for flooring or a wall treatment. Is granite tile a good choice for flooring or will it scratch easily? Can you make different designs with ...