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We Flip Home Solutions Corporation
5.0(
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Serving Allston, MA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2007

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"They completely delivered on what I asked for, with my bathroom project turning out even better than I could have imagined. Will be using it for all my future projects!Very responsive, stayed connected throughout the entire project, was flexible and kept us informed! The quality of the tile work and professionalism of the staff were top notch. Thanks for a great experience!"
Full House
Full House
Full House
Full House
Full House

+21

9 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Welliz Contractors, Inc.
4.7(
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Serving Allston, MA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2020

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"I hired Welliz Contractors to prepare my rental property in Melrose after a tenant move-out. They handled painting, cleaning, and a variety of repairs throughout the unit. The work was completed professionally and on schedule, and the attention to detail was impressive. The apartment looked refreshed and move-in ready when they finished. Communication was excellent throughout the project, they were reliable, and the pricing was fair. As a property owner, it’s important to have contractors you can trust, and Welliz Contractors delivered quality work with no hassle. I would definitely hire them again and highly recommend them to anyone looking for dependable painting, repair, and cleaning services."
Welliz Contractors, Inc.
Welliz Contractors, Inc.
Welliz Contractors, Inc.
Welliz Contractors, Inc.
Welliz Contractors, Inc.

+20

Recommended by84%of homeowners
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Velasco Tile Inc.
5.0(
14
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Serving Allston, MA and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2024

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Absolutely amazing job. On time, good craftsmanship. He knows what he is doing. The installed tile walls are square and plumb. I will hire him again to tile my other bathroom"
Response time2 days
3 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by14%of homeowners
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Sharka Construction
4.9(
88
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Serving Allston, MA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2018

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Ari does amazing work!! He upgraded our half bath upstairs to a full bath with a beautiful new shower. After that he redid our entire main bathroom, awesome tile work. Not only is Ari?s work great with the big projects he is also extremely helpful with countless small jobs. He just finished all new doors with new frames for entire house, beautiful. Great communicator, Ari is always honest and straight forward with budget conversations."
Full Bath reno - Boston
Original bathroom
Kitchen re-design
Kitchen before
Bedroom accent wall detail

+9

Response time4 hrs
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by95%of homeowners
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Boston Sunshine Floors Inc
5.0(
14
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Serving Allston, MA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2015

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Our unusual request of installing commerical grade vinyl floor tiles in a residential space was easily handled by the Boston Sunshine team. The turnaround was very quick and the floors look amazing. Highly recommend!"
Hardwood floors
Hardwood floors
Hardwood floors
Hardwood floors
ceramic tile

+8

Response time1 day
Response rate89%
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Mario's Tile Construction
5.0(
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Serving Allston, MA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2020

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

"Really happy with our tile installation. Mario was easy to work with and was very communicative throughout. Charged a fair price and paid great attention to detail. Project looks fantastic. He finished on time and kept everything neat. Would definitely recommend Mario for any projects."
Bathroom remodeling
Response time1 day
Response rate100%
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D Alba Construction Inc
4.9(
25
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Serving Allston, MA and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2015

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"We were renovating a small bathroom by ourselves and selected beautiful large format tiles for the shower. They are 3 ft x 3 ft Porcelain and were beyond our capability to install them. We spoke with three contractors to handle the installation and selected D Alba Construction based upon 1) The rapid response and ability to start the job quickly, 2) The attention to details during discussions of various options, 3) Their emphasis regarding quality and customer satisfaction, and 4) A fair price We could not be happier. From the prep-work to ensure the job wouldn't mess up the rest of the house, and the application of waterproofing material that I had overlooked, to the final cleanup, they were professional and extremely competent. The installation was perfect, as was the follow-on job of plaster work to blend in the walls and ceiling surfaces with the newly placed tiles. We will definitely use them again and are already having conceptual discussions for bigger projects in the Fall."
Replace carpet
Bathroom remodelation
Cabinet installation
Bathroom remodelation
Change of floor

+22

Response time1 day
Response rate95%
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Backsplash Installation questions, answered by experts

Tile shouldn’t be set tight against the tub. Bathtubs can expand when filled, and they can shift slightly with the weight of occupants. For this reason, it’s important to leave a slight gap between the bathtub and the first row of tile. Aim for a narrow gap of approximately 1/16 of an inch, filled with caulk, to allow for this expansion and movement while still allowing for tile shower waterproofing.

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.

When choosing tiles for a shower floor, avoid highly porous tile materials, like those with a water absorption rating over 7%. Don’t use non-vitreous tiles, or tiles fired at low temperatures, because they will absorb more water. If you use a highly porous tile in the shower, the tiles can wear down faster, meaning they’ll need to be replaced much sooner.

There are several low-maintenance shower floor tiles to consider for your bathroom. Stone tiles are easy to keep clean and only need an occasional resealing to keep them looking their best. Porcelain is another low-maintenance choice, as it doesn’t stain easily. Vinyl is also suitable for easy upkeep. On the other hand, one of the highest maintenance options for bathrooms is wood tile.

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.

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