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Nando's Tile
4.7(
173
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Serving San Marcos, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1985

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"We were super happy with excellent job installing custom mural tiles from Italy on my stucco house exterior! The Italian art tiles were very valuable & meant a lot to me - so I was relieved when Nando & Rob completed the 2 large tile murals perfectly! They were very professional, on time, & clean up was excellent! Nando & Rob very friendly & went extra mile to drive to get my hard to find grout color! I would hire again in a heartbeat! Thank you!"
Bathroom Tile
Bathroom tile 2
Wall tile
Different styles
Floor tile

+1

Response time40 mins
Response rate100%
Recommended by98%of homeowners
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Affordable Flooring Solutions
5.0(
23
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Serving San Marcos, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2008

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Luis and his guys are awesome! The work was done on time and looks better than I expected! I had my entire house remodeled, and Luis helped me with all the hardwood floors, tile in the Kitchen, bathroom and titled my entire master shower. The shower is by far the WOW piece of the house now. Everyone Loves it! Thanks again Luis for being easy to work with and very helpful through the process!!"
LVP staircase with white risers
Shower
Showers
Showers
Mr. Chris LVP

+53

Response time10 hrs
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
Kole's Tile
4.5(
48
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Serving San Marcos, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2013

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Great experience working with Kole and his employees. They showed up on time, cleaned up after themselves everyday and took pride in their work. Very flexible as well as knowledgeable in advising ideas as the project progressed. They worked hard and stayed as long as necessary each day to complete each days work. Friendly, personable, and very trustworthy. We are very pleased with the finished tile work for our bathroom and walk in shower."
Recommended by95%of homeowners
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LG Tile Group, Inc.
4.7(
30
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Serving San Marcos, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2016

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

"Had one minor setback to start (timelines got pushed after a few competing projects were delayed) but otherwise LG Tile was phenomenal. Once here, he communicated project status and progress every day. Our newly tiled fireplace turned out great. Craftsmanship was everything we had hoped for. Thanks again!"
Master Bathroom
Master shower
Bathroom floor
All Black shower
Fireplate

+19

Response time8 hrs
7 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by96%of homeowners
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Ocean General Contracting
4.6(
114
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Serving San Marcos, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2000

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Great. Removed old floor, moved furniture, installed new floor and baseboards. They did 1500 sq. ft. in a week. Very professional workers, cleaned up after themselves, and fixed the couple of places that I wanted "better." After a couple of months, they are fixing stair caps, which are really tricky, and replacing a plank that I think is defective. They aim to please, and they have. Hoping I won't need new floors again, but they would be my go to company."
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Response time1 day
14 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by93%of homeowners
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Carpeteria Carpet One Floor & Home
5.0(
11
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Serving San Marcos, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1974

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"I visited the Morena location. Gary was very helpful and professional. He helped me to select my new carpet and tile. He explained the Carpet One installation system. I was very happy with the whole process. I highly reccomend Carpeteria Carpet One."
Bedroom
Dining/Kitchen
Staircase
Dining/Living Room
Recommended by54%of homeowners
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Rayo Tile & Design, Inc.
4.9(
8
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Serving San Marcos, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2021

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"We had a large 120 so foot kitchen backsplash floor to ceiling around doors and windows tile job with a very delicate 1-inch diamond shaped penny tile. The tile contractors our general kitchen contractor hires walked off the job and said they couldnâ t work with this tile. Rayo tile saved the day! I got 4 bids that were all pretty close in price. They werenâ t the cheapest but they were the best. Constant communication. Showing up on time. Incredible work and we had a very difficult tile to work with. Cleaned their workspace. These guys are professionals like all contractors should be. Hire them."
Kitchen backsplash
Kitchen backsplash
Kitchen backsplash
Kitchen backsplash
Kitchen backsplash

+64

Response time8 hrs
Response rate95%
14 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Empire Today - San Diego
3.7(
172
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Serving San Marcos, CA and surrounding areas

Approved (Corporate)

In business since 1959

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Installers where great removed old tile and put down new Laminate flooring also put in new base boards they even match the base boards we had in our formal dining room which we where concerned about but they did it. Great job Empire."
Carpet
Engineered Hardwood
Laminate
Luxury Vinyl
Solid Hardwood

+6

54 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by81%of homeowners
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Gomez Tile Design, Inc.
5.0(
4
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Serving San Marcos, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2022

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Gomez Tile Design is absolutely the best for installing tile. I used to flip properties and thus I have extensive experience working with contractors. I can tell you that with Gomez Tile Design, Samuel and Abel, were always on time, super conscientious, discarded all the waste and left the job super clean. In addition, their workmanship is superior, from the way they layout the tile to the grout lines. I totally recommend them if you are looking for perfection."
Response time1 day
5 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Backsplash Installation questions, answered by experts

When choosing between porcelain and ceramic tile, the best option depends on your specific needs, budget, and project application. Porcelain tile is generally more durable, denser, and harder than ceramic, making it a good choice for busy, high-traffic areas. It also offers superior moisture resistance, making it ideal for moisture-retaining spaces. However, porcelain is typically more expensive, and its hardness can make it brittle, potentially causing it to crack if a heavy object is dropped on it. In contrast, ceramic tile is a more budget-friendly option with lower material and installation costs. It is softer and easier to work with, making it a great choice for DIY projects. While not as durable as porcelain, ceramic is still a quality material suitable for many home applications, particularly small, decorative projects.

There are several low-maintenance shower floor tiles to consider for your bathroom. Stone tiles are easy to keep clean and only need an occasional resealing to keep them looking their best. Porcelain is another low-maintenance choice, as it doesn’t stain easily. Vinyl is also suitable for easy upkeep. On the other hand, one of the highest maintenance options for bathrooms is wood tile.

Porcelain and ceramic tiles are made from clay, but porcelain tiles are fired in a kiln at a higher temperature. This makes them more durable, but it also means porcelain is more expensive than ceramic at $3 to $5 more per square foot.

Even with the higher price point, many people choose porcelain over ceramic because there are more color and design options.

To make a small bathroom look bigger, choose light-colored tiles in a medium- to large-format size. Lighter colors like white, cream, or light gray help open up a room, making it feel larger and more airy. While it may seem counterintuitive, small tiles can actually make a bathroom look smaller because the increased number of grout lines creates a busy pattern that visually shrinks the space. Instead, opt for medium- or large-format tiles for a more seamless, expansive appearance. For the best effect, pair your tiles with a matching or similarly colored grout to create a continuous surface that enhances the illusion of a larger area. Avoid dark colors, heavy patterns, and contrasting grout, as these can make the space feel more confined.

Grout lines should typically be between 1/8 to 3/16 inch thick. This ensures enough room for the grout to dry properly and makes them wide enough to look clean and professional. If grout lines are too small, it can be easier to see imperfections in the spacing. 

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