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DMR Kitchen and Bath
5.0(
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Tile: Ceramic and Porcelain - Install

Serving South Elgin, IL and surrounding areas

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In business since 2012

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"David demonstrated exceptional professionalism and craftsmanship when installing our kitchen backsplash. He arrived on time and cleaned up everything before he left. Would highly recommend him to anyone looking to do tile work."
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+4

Response time5 hrs
Response rate90%
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Avanti Stone
5.0(
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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 South Elgin, IL and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 1990

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"Maurizio explained the entire job including pricing, and timeline. He gave us options on how we wanted our new backslash to look. Tony and Sal are true artists when it came to the install. They showed up on time, worked hard, and actually enjoyed their work. The job was finished on time, and on budget. I would highly recommend this company for any tile work that you may need."
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Response time12 hrs
Recommended by90%of homeowners
CL Renovations
4.8(
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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 South Elgin, IL and surrounding areas

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In business since 2017

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"Our experience with Michal was great all around. We had him install around 500 square feet of porcelain tile in our basement. Work quality was great, he got the job done on time, and pricing was very reasonable. I m planning on using Michal again and would recommend him to anyone who needs tile work done."
Response time1 day
Recommended by91%of homeowners
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Prospectile, Inc.
4.7(
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Tile: Ceramic and Porcelain - Install

Serving South Elgin, IL and surrounding areas

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In business since 2018

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Sergey was very professional and excellent with communication. He showed us designs so we could see exactly how our choice of tile would look in different patterns. Michael is a true artist and carried out the work with precision. I am delighted with the tile installation. The whole area was cleaned and looked fantastic when they finished. I highly recommend Prospectile and I will be calling them for all future tile projects."
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+120

Response time8 hrs
Response rate93%
Recommended by92%of homeowners
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CAB Remodeling, Inc.
4.7(
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Tile: Ceramic and Porcelain - Install

Serving South Elgin, IL and surrounding areas

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In business since 2019

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Jose did an outstanding job on our staircase remodel. His attention to detail was appreciated. He had all the necessary tools for the detailed install and left the job site spotless. I would recommend CAB Remodeling!"
Response time2 days
Recommended by89%of homeowners
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Backsplash Installation questions, answered by experts

The best paints for shower tiles include epoxy, latex, or acrylic. Ideally, you should look for paints that are waterproof and mildew-resistant if you plan to paint shower or other bathroom tiles. You can even find waterproof paints made specifically for tiled surfaces, which will be the best option for shower tile paint that lasts as long as possible.

While you shouldn’t use thinset mortar on its own as a floor leveler, it can work alongside other products to help level floors. For instance, you could start with a self-leveling compound, let that dry, then apply backer board with thinset mortar to help fully even out the floors ahead of laying tile.

The easiest tile size to install is large tiles, and they’re easier to install than small tiles—the job is faster and simpler when there’s less placing, adhering, and grouting to do. However, when tiles get really big, they’re more difficult to handle, cut, and fit. Standard floor tile sizes are 12-by-12 inches, 18-by-18 inches, and 12-by-24 inches.

No, when done correctly, removing the tile shouldn’t damage the subfloor. However, if there was pre-existing damage to the subfloor from standard use or lack of maintenance, the subfloor may need repairs. For example, if the contractors notice mold growth on the subfloor or an uneven surface, you may need more extensive services before installing new tile.

If you DIY tile removal, remove the tiles one step at a time, individually removing the tile, grout, and mortar to prevent unnecessarily damaging the subfloor. Depending on the age of your home, consider having a professional inspect the subfloor to ensure it’s in good enough condition to lay new tile.

For glass tile, you want to use unsanded grout. Sanded grout is a stronger and grittier cement grout that is great for installing tiles with wider gaps and into joints. However, it is susceptible to scratching glass tile and is more difficult to use in thinner gaps. Unsanded grout, while more expensive, is easier to fit between thin gaps and is less harsh on delicate materials, like glass tile.

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