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Scott's Flooring
4.9(
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Tile: Ceramic and Porcelain - RepairTile: Ceramic and Porcelain - Repair- For Business

Serving Des Moines, IA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2009

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Brian was awesome to work with. He stepped in and corrected a new carpet installation that was poorly done. Friendly, professional, timely, and fairly priced. What more could you ask for? Will definitely hire for our next carpet install."
Hallway
Hallway
Waukee Theather
Waukee Theather
Waukee Theather

+29

Response time2 days
19 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by95%of homeowners
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J Ford Construction LLC
5.0(
12
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Tile: Ceramic and Porcelain - Install

Serving Des Moines, IA and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2022

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"About the job: KITCHEN: Remove bulkhead, fix drywall, retexture & paint ceiling, install new light, paint, refurbish existing cupboards, build new cupboard above refrigerator, install new faucet, disposal, and dishwasher, new backsplash, new counters, new flooring. BATHROOM: Remove old tile, and install new tile. Mr. Ford is a skilled craftsman who takes pride in his work. From the estimate, to the final payment, he impressed me with his professionalism. He was here when he said he would be, and has the tools necessary to do the job right. Jonathan is very knowledgeable about his trade, making suggestions that elevated my original ideas. He was courteous, friendly, and conscientious about his work. He took the time to clean up the worksite daily. Jonathan does excellent work! He treated me fairly, was flexible, and stayed within my budget. I never felt pressured to upgrade. He was a pleasure to work with, and I have already spoken to him about completing my next project."
Remodeling - Kitchen & Bathroom Project
Countertops, Flooring and Fireplace Makeover
Ankeny Bathroom Remodel
Kitchen Update
New Siding

+58

Recommended by25%of homeowners
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Central Iowa Contractor Services
5.0(
21
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Tile: Ceramic and Porcelain - Install - For Business

Serving Des Moines, IA and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2016

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Hoss gave us a reasonable price and started work a few days later. We had a shallow bathtub, plastic surround, and old tiled walls and floor removed. He has a young, hard working crew. They installed a deep bathtub, tile surround and floor, new drywall and paint. They were fast efficient and cleaned up before leaving everyday. We love our new bathroom. We will hire them for other home improvement projects."
Composite deck on hill
Composite deck on hill
Composite deck on hill
Composite deck on hill
Composite deck on hill

+94

Response time3 days
Response rate86%
71 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Muhlbauer Remodeling LLC
5.0(
3
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Tile: Ceramic and Porcelain - InstallTile: Ceramic and Porcelain - Repair

Serving Des Moines, IA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2024

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"Jeff did an excellent job. Both the garage and the shed look fantastic! We would highly recommend him . If we could afford to have him do the flooring and interior painting we would. Unfortunately, we are on a fixed income. I love his work ethics!!!!"
Bathroom remodel
Bathroom remodel
Bathroom remodel
Bathroom remodel
Bathroom remodel

+21

Response time3 days
Response rate100%
7 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Ceramic Tile questions, answered by experts

Grout and caulk are commonly used together, especially in bathrooms. Grout goes between the tiles and keeps them sturdy and in place on the walls or floor. Caulk goes in corners or where two different materials meet (like where the bathtub meets the tile) to create a waterproof seal. However, they are not interchangeable—you shouldn't use caulk to adhere tile and shouldn’t use mortar if you need a waterproof seal.

There are a few different tools you can use to score tiles. Manual tile cutters or tile scribes work well for scoring in straight lines. Tile nippers are one of the best options for scoring because they can make small and irregular cuts that larger tools may not be able to handle.

Thinset mortar is the best adhesive for ceramic tiles on concrete. It is easy to work with and has a slower dry time than mastic or epoxy mortars. This longer dry time gives the installer more time to adjust tiles, which is especially useful for DIYers who may not have tile installation experience. It can also be built up to help level any depressions or gaps in the concrete subfloor.

The underlayment determines a ceramic tile’s sturdiness, and a cement board or backer board works best. Be sure to tape the joints when using these materials, and consider laying it on top of a layer of thin-set for more stability.

It’s best to install a shower door after the bathroom tile is in place to ensure you have accurate measurements. If you try installing a shower door first, the tile might be too thick to install afterward, or the tile will be too thin and create a gap between the shower doors that allows water to leak. With the tile in place first, you’ll know the exact shower door size that you need.

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