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Top-Rated Backsplash installation pros in Santa Monica - Updated Nov 2026

Gustavo Hernandez
4.7(
19
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Tile: Ceramic and Porcelain - InstallTile: Natural Stone (Granite, Marble, Slate, Quartz, etc) - InstallTile: Ceramic and Porcelain - Install - For Business+1 more

Serving Santa Monica, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2010

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"We are renovating our house in Los Angeles and are doing 5 bathrooms, steam shower, kitchen and outside porches. While our tile designer picked the tile and created the design, Gustavo did a great job in helping us make those small decisions like which grout to use and where to end walls. The installation work was exceptional and we are super happy with the results."
 Bathroom Tile
 Custom Countertop and backsplash
Bar
Individual Owner
Individual Owner

+6

Response time4 hrs
10 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by88%of homeowners
LA Stone & Tile
4.4(
52
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Tile: Ceramic and Porcelain - InstallTile: Ceramic and Porcelain - Install - For BusinessTile: Natural Stone (Granite, Marble, Slate, Quartz, etc) - Install+1 more

Serving Santa Monica, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2005

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Ruben came in to replace old natural stone that was falling apart and install new porcelain tile in our two upstairs bathrooms. In less than two days, he and his team of helpers removed the tile, moved and reinstalled the bathroom vanities (which had stone countertops and backsplashes), installed new tile and new moulding. They also removed the toilets and doors to be able to get the work done as necessary. All was done professionally and beautifully. We were highly impressed with Ruben s work. Would highly recommend LA Stone and Tile to anyone."
Response time9 hrs
3 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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The Magic Tile Company
4.6(
18
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Tile: Ceramic and Porcelain - InstallTile: Ceramic and Porcelain - Install - For Business

Serving Santa Monica, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 1991

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Steve went above and beyond to replace and repair my mother's broken floor tile . The original installer did a horrible job 20 years ago and Steve performed his " Magic " making our floor look awesome . Thank you for your services"
Ceramic Tile Project
After
Floor Cleaning and Waxing Project
Before
Floor Cleaning and Waxing Project

+5

Response time11 hrs
Response rate100%
Recommended by76%of homeowners
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CHOICE QUARTZ & CABINET INC
4.6(
20
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Tile: Ceramic and Porcelain - InstallTile: Natural Stone (Granite, Marble, Slate, Quartz, etc) - Install

Serving Santa Monica, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1986

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

George's Tile Works has been around for 30 years. Single owner. I provide my customers with excellent service and excellent craftsmanship. My motto is to deliver what I promise, get it done on time, and clean up my job site. I provide a complete service: Protection of areas around work site, demo and haul away. Delivering tile and installation materials. Performing all work necessary. I am on the job site all day, and do one job at a time. All my clients need do is pay the checks. I provide warranties with my labor. George's Tile Works does commercial jobs as well.

New house remodel.
New house remodel.
New house remodel.
New house remodel.
New house remodel.

+31

Recommended by94%of homeowners
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Express Flooring LA Central
4.2(
50
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Tile: Ceramic and Porcelain - Install

Serving Santa Monica, CA and surrounding areas

Approved (Corporate)

In business since 2000

Free estimates

Warranties offered

Express Flooring is a professional floor covering provider of both residential and commercial solutions in the greater market of Oklahoma City. Our mission statement is: To provide our customers with a superior floor covering experience by offering the finest quality products and unparalleled customer service. We will work every day to achieve our goals by training, supporting, motivating, and empowering our employees to always strive to exceed customers expectations no matter how high they may be.

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Recommended by76%of homeowners
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Backsplash Installation FAQs, answered by experts

You can, in theory, tile your fireplace hearth with most tiles. However just because you can, doesn’t mean you should. For example, it’s much better to use unglazed tiles because glazed tiles are more resistant to cracking under extreme heat. Porcelain is more heat-resistant than ceramic, but you can still design the hearth as you like by putting the most heat-resistant tiles directly under the fire and, if it matches your style, add more decorative tiles further from the center of the fire. 

You can use sanded or unsanded grout for a shower pan, but sanded grout isn’t the best option for shower walls. For those areas, you’ll want to use unsanded grout, which works well on vertical surfaces and is less likely to slump than sanded grout. Alternatively, you can use epoxy grout for shower walls.

You have creative freedom when it comes to your tile trim. If, however, you are considering skipping tile trim, please think twice about that. It is good practice to install tile trim, whether on walls or flooring. Think, too, about the aesthetic you are going for and choose a trim type and color that will help enhance the space.

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.

It’s possible to walk on a clay tile roof, but you run the risk of breaking or cracking the tiles if you’re not careful, so it’s best not to walk on it if you can avoid it. If you or a contractor needs roof access, be sure to distribute your weight evenly and step on the portions of tile that are also supported underneath, which depends on your tile design. Walking on any roofing material is inherently dangerous, so wear rubber-soled shoes and use safety equipment if you need to access your roof.

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