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It has nothing to do with cutting corners.

This might give you pause.

Before you leap into your kitchen or bathroom renovation, it pays to know the basics. When it comes to regular square or rectangular tiles, nearly every pattern can be boiled down to these five basic models. From here, you can begin to play with angles, alternating designs, and other treatments that will add dimension and lots and lots of interest. And for further inspiration, Nancy put together a great round-up of some creative subway tile installation ideas.

For under $100!

You've probably never seen this popular DIY material used as a backsplash before, but it totally works.

Interior designer Ashley Izsak's twin daughters used to share a room, but eventually, the tween girls were begging for their own rooms, and with a third kiddo on the way, as sentimental as it made Ashley feel splitting up the twins, it was finally time to shift things around.

Want to try repurposing some indoor furniture for outdoor use? Here's how to do it right.

Create your own statement pieces with these tips.