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Avatar for Beacon Hill Kitchen & Bath Pros
Beacon Hill Kitchen & Bath Pros
4.9(
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Tile: Ceramic and Porcelain - InstallTile: Natural Stone (Granite, Marble, Slate, Quartz, etc) - InstallTile: Natural Stone (Granite, Marble, Slate, Quartz, etc) - Install - For Business

Serving Arlington, MA and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2024

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Emergency services offered

"Flavio is an artist with tiles and enjoys his work. He and his wife were very professional and fair. They had a written contract that they were willing to negotiate reasonably. He and his crew showed up when they said they would cleaned up after their work . He returned extra tiles to the store to save me money and showed receipts.Over all a pleasure to work with."
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4 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by47%of homeowners
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Claudio Painting and Home Improvement, Inc.
4.9(
47
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Tile: Ceramic and Porcelain - Install

Serving Arlington, MA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2002

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

"Claudio is a terrific painter and contractor. His workmanship is top notch. His prices are reasonable. His communication and customer service are second to none. He is prompt and efficient and takes great care to protect furniture and floors from drips or overspray. He is also flexible. I scheduled him to paint my new garage doors and had to cancel that work when the installer was late with the installation. Claudio returned as soon as the doors were in to paint them. I would hire him again in a heartbeat and am recommending Claudio to everyone I know."
Response time12 hrs
14 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by93%of homeowners
Louis Zottola Tile and Marble Contractors
4.6(
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Tile: Ceramic and Porcelain - InstallTile: Natural Stone (Granite, Marble, Slate, Quartz, etc) - Install

Serving Arlington, MA and surrounding areas

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In business since 1984

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Lou is a knowledgeable and easy-to-deal-with professional who installed tiles in your basement room. He completed the work on time and did quality work. We would definitely work with him again in the future."
 Shower
 Shower
 Shower
 Bathroom
 Bathroom

+76

Recommended by98%of homeowners
Craft Design Group LLC
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 Arlington, MA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2000

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"We hired Luigi to do a relatively small re-tiling of our hearth. He came out to give an estimate within two days and the price was extremely reasonable. There was a minimal wait (a few days lead time) to schedule the actual installation and he was able to complete the job only half a day (irregular handmade tiles with a custom border pattern that we designed with Luigi). He worked in a very organized way and honored his scheduling commitments. It looks simply spectacular! I will not hesitate to hire Craft Design Group in the future, especially for any work requiring an artistic eye and attention to detail in tile!"
Tile work
Tile work
All types of tile design
Shower work
Tile work

+4

Response time7 hrs
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Boston Sunshine Floors Inc
5.0(
14
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Tile: Ceramic and Porcelain - Install

Serving Arlington, MA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2015

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Honestly - such a great experience. Vlad responded to my request within 30 minutes and was able to come over to give an estimate the next business day. He also was able to complete schedule the installation within one week . I shopped around and received several other quotes. The two other quotes were double the price and double the wait time. We were EXTREMELY pleased with the final result. They actually went above and beyond and did a few things that were not included within the original estimate (which they didnâ t charge us for). 10/10 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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Backsplash Installation questions, answered by experts

Yes, you can tile over existing shower tiles, but it's better to remove the old tiles first for the best results. Tiling over existing tiles requires a clean, level surface and proper adhesion. If the old tiles are in good condition, you can roughen the surface to improve adhesion. However, removing the old tiles ensures a smoother, longer-lasting finish and prevents potential issues down the line.

It’s not necessarily normal for tiles to lift, although it’s one of the common issues people may have with their tile flooring. Tiles correctly installed by pros with expansion joints should not lift over time. However, if the installation was done poorly, you might see tiles tenting or lifting as the house settles. This is more common in high-moisture areas with extreme temperatures.

Here’s another instance of where the answer is you could, but that doesn’t mean you should. Yes, part of the issue is getting the drywall to stay in place on the tiles, and it’s understandable that screws will crack the tiles and cause them to crumble. That’s why it’s a much better idea to screw drywall into studs, not your porcelain or ceramic tile. But aside from issues with attaching the drywall, it’s also about ensuring a smooth application without trapping moisture inside.

Whether you use a brush or roller depends on the size, shape, and amount of tiles. Rollers are easier to maneuver over large areas and can apply a more even coat of paint in a shorter time frame with no visible brushstrokes. Brushes are best for precision work, particularly in very small areas. If you don't want visible brushstrokes on your painted tiles, you can paint details with small foam brushes instead of bristled paint brushes.

Like glass tiles, you will not need to seal most porcelain tiles, particularly if the porcelain is already glazed. It depends on quality. Porcelain is very water resistant, but it is not 100% waterproof. To avoid staining, some homeowners use a penetrating sealer. It is also a good idea to seal your grout. Unless you use epoxy grout, grout is very porous and can harbor bacteria, mold, and mildew.

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