Is it better to tile or use a tub surround?

• <div><p>The choice of whether to tile or use an acrylic tub surround is up to you and can be based on a number of factors, including aesthetics, cost, waterproofing, ease of cleaning, and maintenance.</p><p>Tile is a beautiful, classic bathtub surround choice; while <a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/tile-installation-cost.htm">tile installation cost</a> is higher, it’s customizable and offers visual appeal. Tile is also harder to clean and presents waterproofing problems because of grout lines. Acrylic surrounds can be more affordable, don’t require much maintenance, and are easier to clean. However, they aren’t usually as visually appealing and may need to be replaced if they become damaged.</p></div>

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Reviewed in September 2024
Miguel installed ceramic tile backsplash in my kitchen, a recessed medicine chest in the bathroom wall, added a wooden frame to a wall mounted mirror and replaced a broken door frame. He and his worker were professional, neat, fast and efficient. The job cost didn't change and he finished on...
Fast Fix Handyman
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Reviewed in February 2024
L & T does excellent work, I have used their services on multiple occasions. Not only have they done drywall and painting for me but they have installed ceramic tile and have completed electrical work as well. They are very courteous, ask you for your input during the project to make sure...
L&T Contractors, Inc.
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Reviewed in August 2018
VALLEFUOCO CONTRACTORS claim on their website they're the ultimate professionals when it comes to ceramic tile AND claim they've also trained in Italy to acquire more knowledge about different ceramic tiles, as well as, unique tile design installations. Sounds great, doesn't it? They never...
VALLEFUOCO CONTRACTORS
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Reviewed in February 2015
I highly recommend Carlos and his crew. We called him to refinish our basement after a pipe burst and flooded the basement. We wanted to replace the carpet with ceramic tile as well. Carlos was extremely responsive with clear estimates and a clear schedule for completion. His crew...
Apex General Contracting
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Reviewed in June 2014
The foyer had old vinyl floor tile which Mr. Brewster removed and replaced with ceramic tile. He did the same for the kitchen, the first-floor hallway and bathroom. For the enclosed porch off the living room, he removed warped walls and replaced the sub floor with plywood, backerboard and...
Steve Brewster
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Reviewed in January 2014
This was the only store in the region that had a large selection of ceramic tile from which to chose. The staff was knowledgeable in helping me select what was best for my needs at the best price. When I needed to change the numbers of tiles (return some, get others) they were accomodating.
Porcelanosa
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Reviewed in November 2011
Charles and his workers were really terrific. My basement flooded in July and I had to perform a complete restoration of the basement unit. He was very flexible about date of performance -- my restoration contractor fell behind but Charles was willing to adjust the installation schedule to...
Nationwide Floor & Window Coverings
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Reviewed in January 2005
I HAD A LEAK FROM THE TUB THAT WAS RUINING THE CEILING IN OUR FINISHED BASEMENT BELOW. I DIDN'T WANT TO SPEND A WHOLE LOT OF MONEY BECAUSE WE PLAN ON REMODELING THE BATHROOM IN SEVERAL YEARS. I JUST WANTED TO STOP THE LEAK. OTHER CONTRACTORS TOLD ME THAT ALL THE TILE WOULD HAVE TO BE TORN...
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We are a one stop shop for ALL your flooring needs carpet, tile and hardwood with over 15+ years of experience in this field. We are small business but are prepared to provide excellent service with some of the BEST techs in the area guaranteed.

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My name is Michael Sarmiento, I am the owner of J&S Contractors Llc. I have been in the construction business for 7 years, working in all type of general constructions, such as custom commercial, and residential. I offer services such as, Drywall, Framing, Siding, Ceramic Tile, Acoustical ceiling, Painting, Decks, Kitchens, Baths, Hardwood Flooring, Cabinet Installation, Strip & Wax Floors, Fences, Concrete, Demolition & Finish... and much more. All our work is guaranteed and affordable, We are a company that is Profesional, Reliable, and Trusted. We let our work speak for itself. It will be our pleasure to make your vision come true.

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US Flooring LLC

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US Flooring LLC with more than 18 years of experience, we are dedicated to providing our clients with the very best in quality for all of your flooring installation needs. We specialize in a variety of residential and commercial flooring and take pride in the attention to detail put into each of the projects we are involved with. We are known for our quality work and the integrity of our business. We look forward to building long-term relationships with our clients, and guarantee your satisfaction. Installs,repairs,and refinish floors are part of our everyday work.

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Mike's HVAC & Home improvement LLC

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King's HandyWork

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Ceramic Tile questions, answered by experts

Yes, you can tile a shower as a DIY project, and you can save hundreds of dollars in labor costs by doing so. However, you’ll need to rent or buy quite a few tools and supplies for the job, including a saw, tile nippers, and a new shower pan. In terms of the work itself, you should be prepared to tackle a variety of different tasks, including measuring and ordering materials, removing old tile, waterproofing the wall, adding rows of tile, grouting, and more.

The tile spacing you should use will depend on the tile and where you’re installing it. Choosing the right tile spacers to maintain a consistent gap between your tiles is tricky. Generally, tile spacing shouldn’t be less than 2 millimeters on walls and 3 millimeters on floors because of stress relief requirements. Getting it wrong can result in uneven tiles and early repairs.

Yes, it’s possible to cut tile without a wet saw; instead, you can use an angle grinder, a glass cutter, a snap cutter, tile nippers, or a rotary tool with a tile-cutting blade. A manual tile cutter or snap cutter works well for the larger tiles that wet saws are typically used for, while smaller projects might just require nippers or a glass cutting wheel. If you’re working with large quantities of tile, however, power tools are best.

The choice of whether to tile or use an acrylic tub surround is up to you and can be based on a number of factors, including aesthetics, cost, waterproofing, ease of cleaning, and maintenance.

Tile is a beautiful, classic bathtub surround choice; while tile installation cost is higher, it’s customizable and offers visual appeal. Tile is also harder to clean and presents waterproofing problems because of grout lines. Acrylic surrounds can be more affordable, don’t require much maintenance, and are easier to clean. However, they aren’t usually as visually appealing and may need to be replaced if they become damaged.

You can put hot pans on porcelain countertops. Porcelain is highly resistant to heat—it’s manufactured at around 2,500 degrees Fahrenheit, so it can withstand a ton of heat without cracking or damaging. Even though the high heat is a plus, you should still be cautious when putting hot surfaces on porcelain countertops.

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Aug 9, 2024Aug 9, 2024
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