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Q: How long does it take to tile a shower?

• <div><p>Most professional shower tile installations take between six and eight hours, depending on the size and complexity. Most projects get completed in a single workday. DIY-ing the project takes around three to four days or roughly 16 hours. However, this will vary based on the skill level of the person completing the work.</p></div>

Q: Should you tile around the toilet or remove the toilet?

• <div><p>For best results, you should remove the toilet in a bathroom before removing tile or installing new tile. If you don&rsquo;t remove the toilet, it will be harder to fully waterproof the tile around the toilet, which could increase the risk of mold growth or plumbing leaks. If you have trouble removing the toilet, hire a plumber to help.</p></div>

Q: Why not use silicone instead of grout?

• <div><p>Silicone caulk shouldn&rsquo;t be used in place of grout because each material serves its own purpose. Thanks to its flexibility, silicone caulk is good for sealing around the perimeter of tiled floors, where movement and expansion might occur. However, grout is more durable, making it a better option for the joints in between tiles, which need to withstand constant weight and foot traffic.</p></div>

Q: Do you install flooring under a bathtub?

• <div><p>The reasons not to install flooring underneath a bathtub outweigh the benefits. A properly installed bathtub will keep water from reaching the unprotected subfloor underneath. Installing a tub on top of finished flooring can lead to damage and scratches to the new floor. Also, a small leak from a tub drain may be more difficult to notice if finished flooring impedes water drips. </p></div>

Q: How long does bathroom tile last?

• <div><p>The lifespan of bathroom tile can be 50 years or more, depending on proper installation and regular maintenance. A well-done tile job, whether it's a new installation or a retiling project, can last for many decades. To lengthen the life of your tile, it's best to have it installed by a professional and to perform regular maintenance. This includes routine cleaning, resealing, and regrouting as needed. With proper care, you can expect your tile to last 10 years or more before needing major repairs or retiling, especially in high-traffic areas where tiles can wear out more quickly.</p></div>

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Last update on September 29, 2025

Reviewed in September 2025
I hired the Phoenix Group to put tiles and paint my bathroom. They did a great job.
Phoenix Group LLC
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Reviewed in May 2025
Do not and I mean do not hire this person to do any laminate tiling for your bathroom. I had all the material the tile, wax ring for the toilet, new heater vent and baseboards. I requested a quote stating all of the above. The initial look of the tile looks nice but he put the old...
KL NELSON HARDWOOD FLOORS
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Reviewed in November 2024
Pete at Oliver’s Home Maintenance was so easy to work with. He was extremely flexible and beyond helpful. He did an entire kitchen remodel that included new lighting, countertops, flooring, cabinet demo and installation, appliance hookup and installation, ceramic tile backsplash, painting, and...
Oliver's Home Maintenance
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Reviewed in March 2020
Hired them through Angie's list. Initially i had a bathroom wall that i wanted installed. He came to the house and had recommended the idea of having it tiled instead. There the next day he started the project always early and on time. Him and a coworker would work steadily for 8-10 hours and...
QC Remodeling & Restorations - Home Facebook
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Reviewed in October 2019
The work was excellent! We bought a new house and were able to sell our then current house (remodeled) quickly which was a relief avoiding 2 mortgages. They installed a new oak stair rail system with wrought iron spindles. New ceramic floors in the master bathroom and entry way and reshingled...
Zanella Construction
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Reviewed in November 2015
I found Lewis Reed Flooring on Angie's list when the contractor I had hired to replace my kitchen flooring fell through. I called on a Monday and Mr. Reed said they would be able to get to my floor by the following Saturday, possibly Friday. He contacted me on Wednesday evening and said they...
Lewis Reed Flooring
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Reviewed in November 2015
<p>Within a few months, the tiles that were installed were moving. The person who Concept Bath sent out claimed it was a leak in the stool seal. They replaced the seal and reinstalled the floor. Within a few months, the tiles were again moving around. Their claim was that there was a leak in...
Concept Bath Systems Inc
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Reviewed in June 2014
I had originally intented to gut and completely remodel our bathroom, but given my homes limited size and capacity the return on investmant was not going to be great. Our real problem was our glass doors had collected so much mildew, mold, and hard water stains that we just couldn't look at it...
Miracle Method of the Quad Cities
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Reviewed in January 2014
All was great, tile looks new! <br />
All Fiber Kleen
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Reviewed in October 2013
When they started the demo it was discovered that our shower tile surround was set in an inch of concrete! Of course this made the demo a nightmare for Red Box, but no complaints were heard! They just dug in and got the job and all the mess cleared out. <br /> They assisted in all phases of...
Red Box Design Inc.
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KL NELSON HARDWOOD FLOORS

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Serving Princeton, IA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2021

Free estimates

Customers say: Quick response

"The service was amazing from start to finish. I love how family oriented the company is. The pricing was affordable and they completed the flooring before my established deadline. They were amazing and went above and beyond to ensure everything was perfect! Thank you for everything I would highly recommend to anyone who’s looking for new flooring!"

Repairing floorboards and recarpeting stairs

Hardwood Flooring Sales and Installation Project

+27

Response time6 days

Response rate100%

Recommended by72%of homeowners

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Serving Princeton, IA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2025

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Offers commercial services

"Rob was very professional. He did a great job! Rob put the floor in, in two days. The floor looked wonderful."

Response time6 hrs

4 neighbors recently requested a quote

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Serving Princeton, IA and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2024

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Small jobs welcome

"Spenser and Tyler helped me get my basement finished- including building a custom hidden library. Would recommend, will definitely be using them for my next project."

Response time2 days

1 neighbors recently requested a quote

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The Finished Formula LLC

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Serving Princeton, IA and surrounding areas

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Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Small jobs welcome

Looking to elevate your space, with flooring that actually lasts? Look no further, The Finished Formula LLC is open for business, serving the Quad Cities and surrounding areas!\nAt The Finished Formula LLC, we bring quality craftsmanship, attention to detail, and reliable service to every project from demo and floor prep to the final install. Whether you’re updating one room or transforming your entire home, we make the process smooth, professional, and stress-free!

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The Handy Human LLC

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Serving Princeton, IA and surrounding areas

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Tile: Ceramic and Porcelain - Repair

Serving Princeton, IA and surrounding areas

In business since 2018

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

"Quick response, great communication. Highly recommend."

Response time1 day

Recommended by100%of homeowners

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Martinez flooring LLC

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Serving Princeton, IA and surrounding areas

In business since 2016

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Very timely in responding to request; did excellent work; very polite and professional"

+17

Recommended by100%of homeowners

Tile: Ceramic and Porcelain - Repair

Serving Princeton, IA and surrounding areas

In business since 2016

Free estimates

"Quality, quick service. Very professional . Even did extra repairs for me that He noticed needed done!!"

+32

Response time3 days

Recommended by100%of homeowners

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Jill Seidner Interior Design

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Serving Princeton, IA and surrounding areas

In business since 2006

Credit card accepted

"Excellent - I ended up hiring someone to help with shopping and finishing piece - waste of time and money. Jill's service was by far the most useful and best value in my decorating process.
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Recommended by55%of homeowners

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Agape Construction & Improvement

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Serving Princeton, IA and surrounding areas

In business since 2009

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"
Brady is the best you'll ever find for home remodeling projects.
Showed up on time. Took the time to make ever job right.
Projects were worked on over a number of months, one at a time.

The best and most honest tradesmen I've ever found.
We moved to Texas in January of 2014. We whish Brady could have come with us.
I've found some good (and bad) people to work on the Texas home. But no one who comes close to the quality of work done by Brady Brower.
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Recommended by90%of homeowners

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Ceramic Tile questions, answered by experts

Most professional shower tile installations take between six and eight hours, depending on the size and complexity. Most projects get completed in a single workday. DIY-ing the project takes around three to four days or roughly 16 hours. However, this will vary based on the skill level of the person completing the work.

For best results, you should remove the toilet in a bathroom before removing tile or installing new tile. If you don’t remove the toilet, it will be harder to fully waterproof the tile around the toilet, which could increase the risk of mold growth or plumbing leaks. If you have trouble removing the toilet, hire a plumber to help.

Silicone caulk shouldn’t be used in place of grout because each material serves its own purpose. Thanks to its flexibility, silicone caulk is good for sealing around the perimeter of tiled floors, where movement and expansion might occur. However, grout is more durable, making it a better option for the joints in between tiles, which need to withstand constant weight and foot traffic.

The reasons not to install flooring underneath a bathtub outweigh the benefits. A properly installed bathtub will keep water from reaching the unprotected subfloor underneath. Installing a tub on top of finished flooring can lead to damage and scratches to the new floor. Also, a small leak from a tub drain may be more difficult to notice if finished flooring impedes water drips.

The lifespan of bathroom tile can be 50 years or more, depending on proper installation and regular maintenance. A well-done tile job, whether it's a new installation or a retiling project, can last for many decades. To lengthen the life of your tile, it's best to have it installed by a professional and to perform regular maintenance. This includes routine cleaning, resealing, and regrouting as needed. With proper care, you can expect your tile to last 10 years or more before needing major repairs or retiling, especially in high-traffic areas where tiles can wear out more quickly.

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