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Juan Castro Tile
4.9(
42
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Serving San Rafael, CA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2002

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Juan did an excellent job. Best quality of work I’ve had done in ages. Great communication. Great attention to detail. Great care taken of the work area. Juan cut the tile and matched the pattern beautifully and included us in making the choices for tile spacing and layout. I am picky. Super picky. This tile work was perfectly done. I will hire Juan again without question."
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+18

Response time2 days
Response rate98%
3 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Redo House
5.0(
15
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Serving San Rafael, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2018

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"It was great experience working with Oscar. He’s professional in communication, work approach and quality of job. We hired him to install 3 bathroom’s tiles, he’s experienced and thorough from waterproofing, tiling to grouting. We’re very happy with the result. He also kept the job site clean and even helped me with other small job. I highly recommend Oscar."
Ceramic Tile bathtub
Remodeling - Kitchen & Bathroom Project
Porch Tile
Recaulk shower
Fireplace

+35

Response time50 mins
Response rate100%
7 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Advanced Mobile Tile
4.4(
27
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Serving San Rafael, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2014

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"We were having trouble getting a tile guy out to our house to do a small repair. Jose came out and did a very good job and I was appreciative of his coming out for a small repair. I would recommend him for a big or small job."
Kitchen Floor Replacement
Kitchen Floor Replacement
Walk In Shower Wall Tile
Wall Tile Replacement
Niche Close Up

+8

Response time2 days
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by83%of homeowners
DC Tile and Stone
4.5(
52
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Serving San Rafael, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2007

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Derek is honest, courteous, and treats you like family. The craftsmen he hires to lay the tile are artists and really care about how you like their work. This company is the best. If you had more than 5 stars I would rate him higher. Thank you for finding someone with his integrity for your lists."
 DC Tile & Stone
 Fireplace
 Countertop and backsplash
 Countertops
 Countertop and backsplash

+22

Response time2 days
8 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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AK Tile
4.8(
28
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Serving San Rafael, CA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2019

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"Adam is courteous, conscious, creative, respectful, punctual, quality focused, fair priced, neat, and dedicated to doing great work. If you hire anybody else to do your tile work, youâ ll have flaws somewhere in the experience. With AK TILE, there were zero complaints. Zero. I highly recommend."
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Tile Staircase
Bathroom Remodel
Bathroom Remodel
Shower Tile

+34

Response time6 hrs
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by71%of homeowners
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Vics Tile
5.0(
9
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Serving San Rafael, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2019

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"Victor did an amazing job installing the backsplash in my kitchen, he was very professional, clean, and kept me updated on the process of when the tile would arrive and what paint in the project they had finished. I highly recommended and will definitely be using him again in the future."
Kitchen Back Splash
Kitchen Back Splash
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Kitchen Back Splash

+27

14 neighbors recently requested a quote
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VA Tile Concepts
5.0(
3
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Serving San Rafael, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2017

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"Victor is outstanding! Meticulous work, very dependable and I LOVE my new tile. He stepped in after a long project- revamped the pan, placed tile and grouted. From start to finish perfect job. I would highly recommend Victor and his crew. Excellent experience!"
Response time2 days
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Ceramic Tile questions, answered by experts

You can attach tiles to a wall using thin-set mortar. You’ll also need a notched trowel to create grooves within the adhesive so it flattens completely when pressed in and securely holds the wall tiles. Finally, you’ll need grout to smooth the gaps between the tiles and, ideally, a grout sealer to prevent mold. While it sounds simple enough, proper planning and execution are crucial, so carefully review the steps in this guide or hire a pro tile installer to complete this project.

You can technically install tile over tile, but we don’t suggest it. Installing tile over any surface that isn’t a completely flat and prepared subfloor will result in a shoddy overall job, uneven flooring, tiles that don’t adhere, extra weight, gaps, cracks, and room for moisture and dirt to enter. For the best results, only install new tile on a flat, sanded surface like subflooring or concrete that is prepared for tile.

If you have asbestos tile and would rather tile over it than remove it, or if your existing tile is completely flat and bonded tightly to the floor, you may be able to tile over existing tile. But experts recommend thinking twice before you do.

Tiles last for around 100 years or more. Tiles on backsplashes can last even longer since they’re less likely to crack under foot traffic or from accidental drops, but even tile in high-traffic flooring can last a century or more with proper installation and upkeep. Porcelain tiles are denser and stronger than standard ceramic tiles, so they’ll last longer, often pushing past the 100-year mark.

Yes, you can tile over existing tiles in a bathroom, but it is not always recommended. For this method to be successful, the original tile surface must be clean, flat, and free of damage such as cracks, unevenness, mold, or mildew. While tiling over existing tiles can save time and money, there are potential drawbacks. The new adhesive may not bond properly, and the process adds extra weight to the wall or floor. Additionally, the increased height of the surface could interfere with door clearances. For the best and most durable results, removing the old tiles before installing new ones is generally the better option.

When cleaning porcelain tiles, avoid products that contain ammonia, bleach, and other harsh chemicals. Acid-based cleansers can damage the tile, though you can clean them with a diluted mixture of one-quarter cup white vinegar mixed with one gallon of hot water. It is important always to use a soft-bristled brush or sponge, since hard bristles and steel wool can scratch the tile.

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