I am trying to prepare for the installation of ceramic tile into the entry way of our home. I want to do all my research now to avoid problems. I looked to see what our subfloor was like and I found 2x12 boards. I think they were left overs from a mine. (Our home is older.) Over that is newspaper. Over that is 1" thick hardwood (sealed). Over that is the carpet and padding. My question is: How should I prepare the floor? What if this adds too much height to the floor? Will I have to redo the entire door casing and purchase a new door because the door cannot be cut? The only tiles I have found are 13x13 tiles and I planned on cutting them with a tile saw. How easy is this for a beginner or should I be more patient and keep looking for smaller 6x6 tile precut? Any help will be appreciated. Jenna

We need to replace the floor in our bathroom as a result of a little girl who had the shower head aimed outside of the tub. (Ever walk on marshmallows?) We plan to redo the floor in tile and replace the vanity, sink, counter, medicine chest and loo. Our question is sould we bite the bullet and replace the bathtub tile or try to regrout it? The house was built in 1977 and it's the orginal tile. A few are loose and there are cracks. Plus the tile is that awful 70's green. One contracter strongly suggested replacement. Two others ignored it. Thanks for your help!