Q: The 8-by-10-inch wall tiles in my bathroom are bulging in places. Many are loose and held in place only by the grout. The tile has been up for eight years, installed by a professional. What might ...

Q: Faucets leaked in my son-in-law’s tiled bathtub enclosure, which caused the old greenboard below them to dissolve and a few rows of tiles to come loose. I know it is virtually impossible to match ...

Click to share on Facebook (Opens in new window) Facebook Click to share on X (Opens in new window) X City inspector Javier Ortiz examines loose tiles and “compromised” subfloor at 23 Vernon, Apt. 2.

Lowe Larretta is former lead editor for Forbes Home, covering all things related to home improvement and good design. She previously worked in the decor and lifestyle spaces for digital publishers ...