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Avatar for Italian Specialist Tile Design, Inc.
Italian Specialist Tile Design, Inc.
4.9(
127
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Serving River Forest, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2004

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I hired Sal to install new porcelain tile in my kitchen and laundry room. Sal was very professional and responsive throughout the entire process, from the initial quote estimate through final installation. Sal did a great job leveling my floor to ensure the tile floor would be even throughout the room. I was very impressed with Sal's attention to detail throughout the installation process. He is extremely knowledgeable and is willing to go the extra mile to ensure a successful project. I highlight recommend Sal for any tile installation projects."
The Diamond Bathroom
Godin House
The Waterfall Bathroom
The Waterfall Bathroom
The Waterfall Bathroom

+85

Response time2 hrs
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by79%of homeowners
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Avanti Stone
5.0(
106
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Serving River Forest, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 1990

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Avanti Stone was incredibly transparent and informative throughout the entire process, giving me a clear picture of current status and next steps in the project. The resulting work was high quality and the team was flexible given a hiccup we experienced from the place we bought our tiles (unrelated to Avanti). I wouldn't hesitate to use Avanti Stone again if I needed to do any tile installation."
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+20

1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by93%of homeowners
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Moh flooring service
5.0(
19
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Serving River Forest, IL and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2016

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"This company did a wonderful job fixing my ceramic tile floor after some sewer work had to be done. He cut the tiles precisely, matched the exact same pattern, and everything was left spotless. He remained patient with us while there were some questions that we had. His attention to detail while cutting ceramic tile at a precise point was amazing."
Ceramic Tile Project
Remodeling bathroom
Remodeling bathroom
Remodeling bathroom
Remodeling bathroom

+7

Recommended by47%of homeowners
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VINCE'S TILE
4.7(
44
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Serving River Forest, IL and surrounding areas

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In business since 1987

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Great job, professional, beautiful work at a reasonable price. Made my 100 year house that much bettet- Vince and crew laid slate tile in my kitchen, back hallway and bathroom. They went way above and beyond the original job spec. moved gigantic 8 burner stove (twice), moved fridge, replaced underlayment under toilet, r& r toilet and dishwasher, rebuilt custom cabinet for dishwasher...and so much more. The slate tile was a bear to lay- many cuts and the 'real' stuff so none of it exactly the same. Would recommend him and hire again given the need."
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+23

Recommended by87%of homeowners
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Glenview All tile installation
5.0(
21
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Serving River Forest, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2021

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

"Sam and his team were professional, attentive and on-time. Their M.O. was definitely all about the satisfied customer. They were collaborative, and offered valuable suggestions (with reasoning) based on their experience. When the tile store sent the wrong tiles, Sam drove me to Floor & Decor to help me select another tile. Sam genuinely wanted to be sure I was happy with all three projects (kitchen backsplash, entryway and fireplace). Sam and Mark even worked on the weekend so we could meet my deadline, even though the project was delayed b/c of tile snafu. I highly recommend Sam and Glenview Tile. Wish I could give 6 stars."
Style and Design
Bathroom remodeling
Response time40 mins
Response rate94%
Recommended by81%of homeowners
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New Color Cabinets LLC
4.8(
72
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Serving River Forest, IL and surrounding areas

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In business since 2009

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Raymond is very professional and is excellent at responding and communicating. I have a small galley kitchen and he had the doors detached and the cabinets painted within a day. Took away all meaterials. Then came a second day for a final coat and attach new doors. I was really impressed and it was a great value."
Jack and Peggy Martin
kitchen cabinets
Refinishing cabinets
Before stain
Before whit regular white color

+94

Recommended by95%of homeowners
Avatar for Floor Coverings International Oak Brook
Floor Coverings International Oak Brook
4.7(
38
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Serving River Forest, IL and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2019

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"From start to finish this job was done professionally and the results prove my point. Despite having contracted for this pre-COVID, Kirke and his team worked with me to install the floor after our out-of-town relatives returned to their home. No questions asked and all changes were cheerfully accepted. That's unusual. The Armstrong pre-finished oak flooring is a dream come true. As someone who has lived through floor refinishing multiple times, I can attest to how simple and cleanly this flooring was installed. No fine dust everywhere, no chemical smell. Just one (day) and done! In addition to Kirke's helping us to choose the right flooring for our needs, FCI's team of installers were spectacular! Hats off and many thanks to everyone for a job well done!"
Response time10 hrs
110 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by85%of homeowners
Avatar for Prime Lux Floors
Prime Lux Floors
5.0(
10
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Serving River Forest, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2021

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"Eduardo redid my bathroom and I love the quality of work and detail he put into the tile work and finishes. He came on time and communicated perfectly. Not to mention his prices were the best. I got 4 quotes and he was the best. Highly recommend working with him. I?m an active investor and will be hiring him for all of our bathroom and floor remodel jobs"
Response time6 hrs
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Ceramic Tile questions, answered by experts

No, you don’t need to remove the old grout before installing new tile over existing tile. In fact, the old grout helps fill in gaps between tiles, creating a more even surface for the new layer. However, it's important to ensure that the grout is clean, solid, and free of cracks or crumbling areas. Damaged grout should be repaired or replaced before proceeding. Cleaning the surface thoroughly and filling any low spots will help the new adhesive bond properly and ensure a smooth, stable installation.

Tile floor installation usually takes about 16 hours of active work along with a couple of days of drying time between tile and grout applications.

The amount of time it takes your installer will depend on many factors, including the square footage of the space, the tile material type, and if they need to make intricate tile cuts.

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.

It’s best to start with tiling the shower floor before moving on to the walls for the most visually-pleasing results. When taking on any tiling project, you’ll want the wall tiles to “sit” neatly on the floor tiles rather than overlapping them. Finishing your floor tiles first will allow you to place your wall tiles without any gaps, holes, or awkward intersections.

When working on your bathroom floor tiling, you should always tile the floor first and then refit the toilet afterward. This has both practical and visual advantages—the tile will have a better seal, and the installation will look cleaner.

On the other hand, when you try to cut the tiles to fit around the toilet, you’re putting yourself at a disadvantage. It’s a lot more work, it’s hard to be precise, and mistakes or miscalculations can lead to future moisture damage to the tiling, grout, and subfloor.

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