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Tom Vo
4.9(
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Serving Cambridge, MA and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

Customers say: True professional

"Tom Vo recently tiled our bathrooms and kitchen backsplash. Although his prices are fairly expensive, he takes tremendous pride in his work and it is impeccable. In addition to tile installation, he installed medicine cabinets and repaired the base of a leaky toilet. We highly recommend Tom Vo."
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+8

Response time1 day
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by73%of homeowners
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Velasco Tile Inc.
5.0(
14
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Serving Cambridge, MA and surrounding areas

Approved

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 time3 days
15 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by14%of homeowners
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Sharka Construction
4.9(
88
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Serving Cambridge, MA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2018

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Ari threw out two old doors, installed an interior door and a storm door (insulating the wall around the door to keep the cold out), repaired a leaking ceiling that was caused by a rotted gutter that he repaired and cleaned out the gutters around the whole house. He is one amazing professional contractor."
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 Cambridge, 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 rate88%
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Mario's Tile Construction
5.0(
15
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Serving Cambridge, 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%
JKN General Construction
5.0(
15
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Serving Cambridge, MA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2022

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Jean did great job explaining what we needed to repair and we knew it is only a temporary fix of our bathroom tile. It buys us time until we can do a full remodel we are not ready for. They completed the project in two days allowing us to get back to using the shower in quick time. Would hire again. Reasonable price all things considered these days"
3 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by10%of homeowners
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Tejada's Remodeling Inc
4.7(
31
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Serving Cambridge, MA and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2024

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Prompt response… very professional! I have been without a sink for two weeks, called a few companies and no follow up.. Tejadas was able to fit me in right away.. they were at my home on time and did a great job cutting my granite countertop and positioned my sink to get installed by the plumber… I would definitely hire them again for any future jobs"
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+6

Response time1 day
13 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by79%of homeowners
Majestic Tile
4.7(
31
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Serving Cambridge, MA and surrounding areas

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In business since 1999

Emergency services offered

Warranties offered

"This was a redo project due to a flood. Renato and team were fantastic. I have the most perfect herringbone floor that I love so much!!! They’re professional, meticulous and cared so much about my property. I will be hiring Renato and team for all my future projects. I highly recommend them to anyone who is looking to have hardwood or tile floors installed. It’s very difficult to find a good contractor who is honest and trustworthy. I’ve received so many compliments on my floors from my neighbors and fridnds. Forever indebted to Renato and team!!!👏 My Reno is not yet complete, I’ll upload better photos once the job is done."
Home Theater Carpet
Home Theater Carpet
Carpet Runner Repair
Carpet Stair
Carpet Patching Repair

+5

Response time1 day
13 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by86%of homeowners
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Backsplash Installation questions, answered by experts

On average, tiling a bathroom involves about 12 hours of labor, usually spread over two to three days to accommodate prep work and curing times. A professional tiler can often complete the installation in 6 to 8 hours, whereas a DIYer might take 10 to 16 hours. The total project time is influenced by factors like the bathroom layout, tile type, and necessary prep work, such as removing old tile. The process includes specific timelines for different areas; for example, tiling a floor takes about six hours, while a shower area can take six to ten hours. It is essential to allow for adequate curing time—typically 24 hours each—for the mortar, grout, and caulk, which is why the project extends over several days.

The difference between floor and wall tiles is that floor tiles generally have higher strength and porosity ratings than wall tiles. Wall tiles are typically weaker and more likely to crack or become damaged under sustained pressure like high foot traffic. 

For this reason, avoid using wall tiles on floors and vice versa.

Like any painted surface, tile paint can peel and chip over time. However, tile paint can become especially susceptible to peeling during periods of high humidity. Other sources of excess moisture will also cause tile paint to peel faster than normal. And if the tiles are in a high-traffic area, like the entryway floor, tile paint will chip and peel faster.

Whether you want to match your tile trim with grout comes down to your personal preferences. If you match the two, it can help your tiles to stand out while providing a clean, cohesive look. On the other hand, you might opt to match your tile trim with your tiles. The best option will depend largely on your tile design, as well as how it fits overall with the rest of your room.

Taking the time to properly prepare your tile backsplash before painting and treating it with care afterward is the best way to ensure its longevity. While the tile can last for the life of the home, you may have to repaint it after a few years. However, using only mild cleanser and water to keep it clean can maximize the paint's lifespan.

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