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Juan Castro Tile
4.9(
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Serving San Mateo, CA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2002

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"We hired Juan for our kitchen backsplash and floor tile installation on our kitchen upgrade project. We ended up hiring him for cabinet, countertop, and range hood installation, too! Juan and his team were absolutely wonderful to work with. He was prompt, professional, and an excellent communicator. His work and commitment to getting it right came through every day, and he has a very collaborative style. His advice gave us confidence in the decisions we were making about materials and installation. Because our home is 100 years old and has many quirks, we had a few surprises along the way. Juan didn't hesitate to offer up solutions. (He put in 6 shims to level our window sill! Something we didn't even know we needed). Our kitchen turned out better than we could have imagined, and it's because of Juan's commitment to excellence (and patience with us!) that it turned out so well."
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+18

Response time2 days
Response rate98%
3 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Redo House
5.0(
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Serving San Mateo, CA and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2018

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I highly recommend calling this tile contractor. He was able to give a bid over the phone and that's what it cost and it was significantly lower than some of the other contractors. His work was excellent. He was fast and efficient and his expertise was evident in a perfect job well done"
Ceramic Tile bathtub
Remodeling - Kitchen & Bathroom Project
Porch Tile
Recaulk shower
Fireplace

+35

Response time50 mins
Response rate100%
6 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Jacob Hayles Tile
4.9(
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Serving San Mateo, CA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2012

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Jacob is a true tile master. From the estimate, through a clear contract and installation of the tiles in a kitchen and two bathrooms he did an amazing job. He had great design ideas, and the workmanship was of the highest quality. I am a general contractor and will definitely be hiring him again."
Bathroom Shower Tile
Tile Fireplace
Decor Niche Shower
Outdoor TIle
Designer Green

+7

Response time12 hrs
Response rate94%
Recommended by90%of homeowners
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Pacini's Tile Works
4.5(
42
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Serving San Mateo, CA and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2007

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"I contacted 3 contractors for bids. Jeff Pacini's Tile Works was not the low bidder but was the most experienced and knowledgeable by far. After a follow-up phone call Jeff agreed to match the low bid. He has 6 tile repair specialists who work exclusively for him and he sent Joe to do my repair. Joe was prompt, professional and did a great job. I highly recommend Pacini's Tile Works for any job you have. Great work at a great price!"
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+23

Response time4 days
29 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by63%of homeowners
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Pedersen Tile And Marble
5.0(
11
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Serving San Mateo, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2006

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"Had our old/boring brick fireplace refaced With beautiful stained glass, custom made by [email protected]. Its looks LOVELY, great tile installer also. Thank you Eric Pedersen. It came out better than I had expected."
Tub shower
Mountain View-Bathroom floor
Master Bath
Master Bath
Master Bath

+37

Response time1 day
Response rate95%
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Express Tile Design
4.5(
9
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Serving San Mateo, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2010

Free estimates

Customers say: Terrific value

"Excellent results - floor looks amazing. it is level and perfectly flat. Florin was flexible and helpful with grout selection. I would highly recommend Express Tile Design"
CARMEL BY THE SEA MANSION
Living room floors
Master bathroom
Guest bathroom
House views over carmel bay

+25

Response time4 hrs
Response rate94%
4 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Backsplash Installation questions, answered by experts

Yes, you can install a backsplash directly onto drywall, provided the wall is properly prepped, clean, and dry. For best results, especially in kitchen areas, your walls should be made of moisture-resistant drywall, often called green board. If your current wall isn't moisture-resistant, it's recommended to replace it before installing the backsplash. For even greater protection against water damage, you can remove the existing drywall and install a tile backer board or cement board instead. While properly installed standard drywall is typically strong enough to support a backsplash, some local building codes may require water-resistant materials in kitchen areas, so it's a good idea to check.

Uniform spacing between tiles is important for a professional and clean appearance. To achieve this spacing, tile spacers should be placed between the tiles and left in place until the mortar hardens and the tiles are secure. You can use X-shaped spacers vertically in between the tiles and laid flat at the corners.

You should always use caulk instead of grout where the tile meets the wall. This will help your tile installation look great and last a long time. When you accidentally use grout for the corner seams, you end up making the tiles too rigid. So as the wall shifts over time, your tiles have no wiggle room. This can lead to tile damage, which will eventually require you to do at least a partial reinstallation.

The rule tells you how to cut tile to install it in a corner. The 3/4/5 rule recommends that you should have 3 feet across on one straight line, four feet on the other perpendicular line, and 5 feet of length from the end of one of the lines to the other. You’re making a right triangle with the tile, and the hypotenuse (the line across from where the 3-foot lie and 4-foot line meet) should be 5 feet long.

Tiling can be DIY with the right tools and skills, but challenges like ensuring evenness and appropriate adhesion often warrant professional handling.

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