How long do porcelain tiles last?

• <div><p>Porcelain tiles can last 60 years or longer. With high-quality tiles and proper installation, your porcelain tiles may even outlive you, making them well worth the initial investment.</p><p>To help your porcelain tiles last longer, you should clean and maintain them regularly. You don’t need any harsh chemicals to get the job done. Rather, use a cloth, hot water, and mild detergent. And don’t forget to learn <a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/how-clean-tile-and-grout.htm">how to clean floor tile grout</a>, as that’s just as important as tile maintenance.</p></div>

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Reviewed in July 2012
Dave Spence is as knowledgeable contractor as you're are likely to find, has a very straight-forward and informative work style, and is genuinely concerned about not only a good outcome to your project, but that everything is done in a professional and timely manner. After wasting a significant...
David Spence Inc.
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Reviewed in April 2015
All A's indeed! It took us a year-and-a-half to decide to re-floor our basement guest room; it took Denis and his team less than a week to do the job. Even when he encountered an unforeseen challenge with our 85-year-old house on Candy Cane Lane, he was undaunted. Denis and Corvus...
Corvus Construction
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Reviewed in October 2012
When he came to do the quote, I explained to him what I wanted and that keeping costs low was as important to me as having something built to last. He was really patient with explaining all of my options, the pros and cons of each, and price differences. He was creative in coming up with my...
Renovations Unlimited
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Reviewed in February 2007
We ended up going with another company but MN Regrout was very punctual in getting back to me about an estimate, was able to provide an estimate quickly and offered 25% off the purchase of the tile. It was actually a hard decision to figure out which company to go with and the other company won...
Minnesota Regrout & Tile
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Reviewed in November 2011
Returned service call promptly. Stopped by to provide estimate the next day and returned to provide service following day. Offered suggestion to improve results, but no pressure to upgrade. Glad I did as problem seems to be fully resolved. Would definitely recommend.
WILD S'TILE
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Reviewed in May 2017
His estimate was spot on. He was very prompt showing up on time everyday. Did very good work and everything was cleaned up . I have no complaints, I had an issue with one of the seams he came out and fixed it the very next day.
Legacy Tile
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Reviewed in September 2011
They did a good job, the workers showed up when they said, they were friendly. We thought their initial estimate (a boilerplate form) was a bit confusing - 3 pages more than the other estimate we received. All in all - very pleased.
Prestige Stone & Tile
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25 years of experience

Specializing in bathroom remodeling from complete demo and redo to just a shower reno. I am a perfectionist and guarantee top notch quality workmanship. Also do residential and commercial tile, shower pans, minor plumbing and electrical.

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4 years of experience

Skilled in all aspects of my trade including new construction or remodel, residential or commercial. In 1997, I began my career in tile/stone masonry in Las Vegas with Bricklayer's and Allied Craftsmen Local #13. After the financial crisis, I left Nevada to come back home to Alaska in 2009. I learned my trade from some of the best tile/stone masons in the country. I am owner and sole employee of my business so, all work done by TileMaster is done by me. Please verify my Alaska contractor's license (#171572) and Alaska business license (#10147598) at https://www.commerce.alaska.gov/web/cbpl/Home.aspx You can also view my portfolio on Facebook.com (TileMaster)

We are general contractors licensed, bonded, and insured with a residential endorsement (#117477) meaning that we can provide new construction, additions, remodels, and renovations. We provide all services related to the above from the ground up. We strive to provide a custom experience for each homeowner. We are a partnership business with a combined 25+ years of experience. Please call or email to set up a free estimate.

"Great! Case & Gamble were very professional and communicated well throughout the process. Would absolutely hire again."

Daniel J on May 2019

"Great! Case & Gamble were very professional and communicated well throughout the process. Would absolutely hire again."

Daniel J on May 2019

Ceramic Tile questions, answered by experts

No, you don’t technically need a cement backer board for a wall tiling project, but not using it risks disastrous moisture damage. Cement is naturally water-resistant, whereas drywall soaks it in, which can lead to warping or mold growth. Always use a backer board treated with a waterproof membrane for bathrooms and other chronically damp areas to ensure complete tile shower waterproofing.

For professional labor and materials, it would cost between $6,000 and $28,000 to install 1,000 square feet of Saltillo tile flooring. If that’s out of your budget, you could consider laying the tiles yourself or choosing a less expensive type of flooring. For example, vinyl flooring costs just $2 to $7 per square foot, so for a 1,000-square-foot space, you’d pay $2,000 to $7,000.

Your tiles will have a significant visual impact on your bathroom, so you’ll want to make a thoughtful decision. Once you land on the tile material that suits your needs and budget, you can consider the color schemes you want. Consider whether you want something modern, classic, or eye-catching.

Regardless of the material, basic square tiles will never go out of style. Neutral colors like white, grey, beige, and black will always be in demand in residential and commercial settings. Certain designs, like herringbone and hexagonal patterns, are considered timeless. Porcelain and porcelain-like tiles will also never go out of style.

Porcelain tiles can last 60 years or longer. With high-quality tiles and proper installation, your porcelain tiles may even outlive you, making them well worth the initial investment.

To help your porcelain tiles last longer, you should clean and maintain them regularly. You don’t need any harsh chemicals to get the job done. Rather, use a cloth, hot water, and mild detergent. And don’t forget to learn how to clean floor tile grout, as that’s just as important as tile maintenance.

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