I was very happy with being able to raise my bathroom's ceiling from a paltry and cave-like 7' to 7'7"; it will definitely make the small 5 ft x 9 ft bathroom seem larger. While this was all well and good, anytime you introduce a variable into any project such as this...

Ceramic tile and natural stone floors are prevalent in millions of homes across the world. They come in all shapes, sizes, and textures, and they can dramatically enhance the appearance and value of a home. However, installing them on an unsound floor structure can...