What the Octane Numbers on the Gas Pump Really Tell You

Plus, a beginners guide to handmade ceramic tiles

VIEW ONLINE GET THE MAGAZINE Give a Gift I love our tiling projects so I couldn't resist sharing a beginner-friendly guide on making your own. If you follow it, show us on social media! —Rebecca Gas What the Octane Numbers on the Gas Pump Really Tell You Everything you need to know about the numbers on the gas pump. READ MORE → Is Your Pet Halloween-Ready?  Dress up your pet & enter by Oct. 30 for a chance to win a $1,000 gift card! T&C apply. See official rules for details. Submit Now → Plumbing How To Plunge and Unclog a Toilet the Right Way, According to Experts A plunger can easily clear most toilet clogs, as long as it's the right type. Here's how to do it the right way, according to experts. READ MORE → Projects A Beginner’s Guide to Handmade Ceramic Tiles Here's everything you need to know about how to make ceramic tiles by hand. READ MORE → Tip of the Day Master tiler Jeff Thacker’s go-to method to remove paint from tile is Xylene. “You just put it on a cloth and wipe the paint off,” he says. “It’s the safest method and won’t hurt the finish at all.” You can purchase Xylene at most hardware stores. Make sure to wear a mask to avoid the fumes, and after you remove the paint, clean the area with soap and water to remove the Xylene smell. GET MORE TIPS → Patio How To Build a Stone and Brick Patio for Your Backyard We'll tell you how to build a beautiful, durable patio from stone and brick. READ MORE → Insurance 1 in 7 Drivers Has No Insurance — Here’s What Happens If One Hits You Getting hit by an uninsured driver can leave you stuck paying medical bills and car repairs for an accident that wasn’t your fault. READ MORE → Over on our Instagram, @familyhandyman, we're sharing our own renditions of "death and taxes." Add yours in the comments! COME PLAY ALONG   → $13 a Year! Get year round DIY inspiration! Get Inspired Know someone who would love this? SHARE THIS NEWSLETTER UnsubscribeManage PreferencesPrivacy Policy Trusted Media Brands, Inc. 1610 N 2nd St, Suite 102, Milwaukee, WI 53212 2026 Trusted Media Brands. All rights reserved.