Should you tile the shower floor or walls first?

• <div><p>It’s best to start with tiling the shower floor before moving on to the walls for the most visually-pleasing results. When taking on any tiling project, you’ll want the wall tiles to “sit” neatly on the floor tiles rather than overlapping them. Finishing your floor tiles first will allow you to place your wall tiles without any gaps, holes, or awkward intersections.</p></div>

Is it better to cut tile wet or dry?

• <div><p>Generally speaking, it is better to cut tile wet when using a fast-moving wet saw to reduce dust and chipping. However, tile can be cut dry when using just about any cutting tool. Dry cutting will result in a bigger mess and may increase the risk of chipping or cracking, but if you’re just making small cuts, dry cutting is a safe and viable option. Cutting dry also means you can <a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/how-clean-tile-and-grout.htm">apply tile grout</a> sooner, so it’s better for rushed projects.</p></div>

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Last update on October 05, 2025

Reviewed in August 2015
I believe I got excellent service from Motor City Builders. The job consisted of completely gutting my 1980's kitchen; removing a supporting wall and replacing it with a new support beam; laying 700 sqft of porcelain tile; hanging and setting cabinets; building a walk in pantry; building a...
Motor City Builders
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Reviewed in March 2014
Eric (the owner) is wonderful! Very professional and knows what he is doing with his many years of experience. His team were complete gentlemen and are very hard workers. Eris installed a rather large patio for us the summer prior. He did an outstanding job! He was called back that same...
Austin Brick Pavers LLC
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Reviewed in June 2020
Joseph Schei of Advanced Flooring Design gave us a very fair price for the installation of oak hardwood flooring in our home. He also installed vinyl plank flooring in our kitchen and bathroom. All floors were done at the same time and it took him approximately 12 days which included removal of...
Advanced Flooring Design
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Reviewed in July 2023
Could not be happier with the work. The installed new cabinets, handles plumbing, skimmed the walls, added floor tiles and fixed the ceiling. Cleaned up everyday and always arrived promptly at 8. Great group to work with!
Brunell Construction LLC
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Reviewed in March 2023
Awesome contractor to work with. Crew was very professional coming into living space, cleaning up after them selves throughout the day and at the end of each day. Finished product turned out better than ever expected. Would hire stimpson tile and design again and would recommend to anyone...
Stimson Tile & Design Inc.
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McDowell's Tile & Sons

McDowell's Tile & Sons

Customers say: Super punctual

25 local quotes requested

37 years of experience

Installing tile for more than 25 years, I learned to do tiling very young as my dad built custom homes growing up my brothers and i took to the flooring business. you name it, we can tile it! I love taking your ideas and making your project one of a kind.

"Job was well done. Jim and his sons were professional and friendly."

Linda S on March 2025

"Job was well done. Jim and his sons were professional and friendly."

Linda S on March 2025

Four Seasons Hardwood Floors, INC

Four Seasons Hardwood Floors, INC

Customers say: True professional

Recommended by 96% of Angi customers

58 local quotes requested

Trust Four Seasons Hardwood Floors this Holiday. Four Seasons Hardwood Floors is here to help you enjoy the festivities even more with our Holiday Special pricing. Call us TODAY for Details! We are seasoned hardwood flooring professionals with over 25-years of experience. Our crew of over 20 floor mechanics provide quality sand, stain and refinish services as well as installation for both residential and commercial clients. We have a $1,000 minimum and can accommodate jobs of any size in any city in Oakland County and surrounding areas with scheduling availability within 72 hours after estimate accepted.

"TLDR: DO NOT HIRE THIS COMPANY! I'm out $12k and have to pay another company to replace the floors Four Seasons destroyed. When I first met with Rob he came to the house I had just purchased and was very confident as he made his way around my house looking at my floors. He explained the type of wood floors the house had and made sure to give me a timeline for how long the job would take. He concretely stated it would take 3 days to complete the work. His confidence gave me confidence that he would do a great job. After receiving the quote for roughly $12,000, we pulled the trigger and hired Four Seasons. We scheduled the work to be done before we moved into the house with the 3-day window Rob stated would take the crew to complete the job. When the crew showed up, they laughed in my face when I told them we were moving in. They said the job would take a week at minimum to complete. I didn't have an option to bump back my move in date as I was moving from across the state and had to move out of our old house. Rob came through and said they will have to do 1 floor first then the other and we'll have to move our furniture around to accommodate. I was annoyed but, it was getting done so, whatever. Once they got our dining room/den sanded down, it was explained to me that the floors were engineered hardwood and they sanded through to the plywood in a few spots. Oops! Rob said "no big deal. We can come back later and replace those few boards." They also never finished reinstalling the shoe molding through roughly 50% of the house. He claimed he would come back "in a couple of weeks to get it finished up." So, I had him come back to replace the boards in the floor and look at the molding in which he said "no, you can't really do that" and said we should just replace the whole floor in that room for "about $4500 to $5000". Understandably, I was p***** but what could I do? Fast forward 6 months and we're in the middle of summer and humidity. With the increase in humidity the parquet floor in the family room buckled in 2 different directions. This floor has been in the house since 1962 and has never buckled. However, when he refinished the floor he said it was "loose and needed tightening." to which he then tightened and glued the ends so it would stay tight. He claimed to have "fixed" the floor. Now it's so tight that it doesn't allow for expansion and contraction. I messaged Rob about this to which he got an attitude and said that it had nothing to do with his work and it was a moisture problem I needed to solve. I let him know this has never happened in the past and he said they I should just contact a different professional. I've had 3 different floor companies all come out and take one look at the floor, shake their head and then apologize for laughing. Every company has let me know how I got screwed in the deal and they the sanding of the engineered wood should never have happened and the "tightening" of the parquet is what ruined the floor. To say that I'm disappointed is the understatement the year. I spent $12k on "refinished" floors that now just have to be completely replaced because Four Seasons came through and essentially destroyed them."

Chadd S on August 2025

"TLDR: DO NOT HIRE THIS COMPANY! I'm out $12k and have to pay another company to replace the floors Four Seasons destroyed. When I first met with Rob he came to the house I had just purchased and was very confident as he made his way around my house looking at my floors. He explained the type of wood floors the house had and made sure to give me a timeline for how long the job would take. He concretely stated it would take 3 days to complete the work. His confidence gave me confidence that he would do a great job. After receiving the quote for roughly $12,000, we pulled the trigger and hired Four Seasons. We scheduled the work to be done before we moved into the house with the 3-day window Rob stated would take the crew to complete the job. When the crew showed up, they laughed in my face when I told them we were moving in. They said the job would take a week at minimum to complete. I didn't have an option to bump back my move in date as I was moving from across the state and had to move out of our old house. Rob came through and said they will have to do 1 floor first then the other and we'll have to move our furniture around to accommodate. I was annoyed but, it was getting done so, whatever. Once they got our dining room/den sanded down, it was explained to me that the floors were engineered hardwood and they sanded through to the plywood in a few spots. Oops! Rob said "no big deal. We can come back later and replace those few boards." They also never finished reinstalling the shoe molding through roughly 50% of the house. He claimed he would come back "in a couple of weeks to get it finished up." So, I had him come back to replace the boards in the floor and look at the molding in which he said "no, you can't really do that" and said we should just replace the whole floor in that room for "about $4500 to $5000". Understandably, I was p***** but what could I do? Fast forward 6 months and we're in the middle of summer and humidity. With the increase in humidity the parquet floor in the family room buckled in 2 different directions. This floor has been in the house since 1962 and has never buckled. However, when he refinished the floor he said it was "loose and needed tightening." to which he then tightened and glued the ends so it would stay tight. He claimed to have "fixed" the floor. Now it's so tight that it doesn't allow for expansion and contraction. I messaged Rob about this to which he got an attitude and said that it had nothing to do with his work and it was a moisture problem I needed to solve. I let him know this has never happened in the past and he said they I should just contact a different professional. I've had 3 different floor companies all come out and take one look at the floor, shake their head and then apologize for laughing. Every company has let me know how I got screwed in the deal and they the sanding of the engineered wood should never have happened and the "tightening" of the parquet is what ruined the floor. To say that I'm disappointed is the understatement the year. I spent $12k on "refinished" floors that now just have to be completely replaced because Four Seasons came through and essentially destroyed them."

Chadd S on August 2025

Footprints Floors of Metro Detroit

Footprints Floors Of Metro Detroit

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Footprints Floors of Metro Detroit

Footprints Floors Of Metro Detroit

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44 local quotes requested

17 years of experience

Hello! We are Footprints Floors, and we've been serving customers since 2008. At Footprints Floors, we know that great impressions start with great floors! We offer flooring installation and refinishing services in Dearborn, Livonia, Royal Oak, other surrounding areas in Metro Detroit to help you get the perfect look for every room in your home. Because floors are all that we do... we do them best! With no showrooms to maintain or products to sell we can focus on you and providing you with the best craftsmanship for your home. Our master craftsmen expertly install your floors, baseboards, backsplashes, and tile details for a stunning look that lasts.

Functional Floors

Functional Floors

Customers say: Quick response

Recommended by 90% of Angi customers

74 local quotes requested

Your Trusted Flooring Experts Functional Floors is dedicated to providing top-notch flooring solutions that enhance the beauty and functionality of your home. As the #1 flooring company in Southeast Michigan, we offer a wide range of flooring options, including hardwood, vinyl, and laminate, expertly installed to meet your specific needs. With years of experience and a commitment to excellence, our team of skilled professionals ensures your flooring project is completed to the highest standards, delivering both quality and satisfaction.

"The Hardwood floors turned out amazing! We were very impressed with how the color and placement turned out."

Amy M on May 2023

"The Hardwood floors turned out amazing! We were very impressed with how the color and placement turned out."

Amy M on May 2023

Internattional Inc

Internattional Inc

2 years of experience

Free onsite estimate

We're a locally owned and operated company that values honesty and integrity and treats your home as if it were our own. Our services are customized to the individual project, paying close attention to the details of each project that we're involved with. We pride ourselves on the quality of our work as well as our commitment to outstanding results. We look forward to building lasting relationships and guaranteeing your satisfaction!

"They came and I measured gave me a good price and came and installed my countertops. In and out "

Daniela H on September 2025

"They came and I measured gave me a good price and came and installed my countertops. In and out "

Daniela H on September 2025

Stone Master, LLC

Stone Master, LLC

Customers say: Quick response

Recommended by 97% of Angi customers

14 local quotes requested

With over 25 Years of experience Stone Master, LLC, is your number one source for all of your repair and restoration needs. Specializing in Tile and Grout Repair/Cleaning or Color Seal, Countertop Restoration and install, Exterior Rust Removal and Restoring Natural Stone. Call Chris today to schedule your appointment to preserve the natural beauty in your home!

"Beautiful work! Highly recommended."

Diana D on June 2024

"Beautiful work! Highly recommended."

Diana D on June 2024

AccuSafe Restoration, LLC

AccuSafe Restoration, LLC

Customers say: Quick response

28 local quotes requested

16 years of experience

We pride our company on reliability, great communication, integrity, and quality work. We are experts in our trade and will do our best to keep you as educated as we can on your particular task or project. We look forward to earning your business! (PLEASE BE ADVISED WE DO NO OFFER MARBLE AND GRANITE SERVICES)

"Professional and friendly. Did great work. "

Sandra B on September 2025

"Professional and friendly. Did great work. "

Sandra B on September 2025

American Handi Services

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American Handi Services

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Customers say: Quick response

Recommended by 100% of Angi customers

With 30 years of experience in the industry, our company was initiated by Alex Ketty, born from a deep-rooted belief that service excellence is the cornerstone of success. Our journey began with a vision to revolutionize the handyman service sector, integrating technology and a client-focused approach to create a seamless service experience. Over time, we’ve transformed our operations, treating our website as a work of art and incorporating advanced tools and technology to enhance our services. We pride ourselves on offering a helping hand for every detail of your project at home, focusing on those small yet crucial tasks that demand timely and professional completion. Our team, equipped with years of training and experience, guarantees quality and satisfaction, ensuring that every service we provide is executed with the utmost precision and expertise. Call or click for your FREE estimate today!

"derek did an awesome job repairing my attic doors and adding needed hardware."

Teresea C on March 2025

"derek did an awesome job repairing my attic doors and adding needed hardware."

Teresea C on March 2025

MICHIGAN PREMIER TILE & STONE INC

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MICHIGAN PREMIER TILE & STONE INC

5267 N Boulder St

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Customers say: Quick response

Recommended by 100% of Angi customers

Michigan Premier takes pride in offering our 15+ years of experience in kitchen and bath remodeling to our customers for fair and competitive price. We look forward to working with our clients needs and overcome the many obstacles that may arise when modernizing today's homes. A few services we provide include tiling kitchen floors and backsplashes, full bathroom remodels - floors, showers, walls, accents, paint, fixtures- large floor demolition including prep and tile installation, repairs, revitalizing aging grout, and much more.

"David fit us in quickly as we were under a deadline. He and his crew worked hard to complete our project in a timely manner. Nice to work with and did a great job."

Ferne T on April 2024

"David fit us in quickly as we were under a deadline. He and his crew worked hard to complete our project in a timely manner. Nice to work with and did a great job."

Ferne T on April 2024

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Ceramic Tile questions, answered by experts

Regardless of the material, basic square tiles will never go out of style. Neutral colors like white, grey, beige, and black will always be in demand in residential and commercial settings. Certain designs, like herringbone and hexagonal patterns, are considered timeless. Porcelain and porcelain-like tiles will also never go out of style.

It’s best to start with tiling the shower floor before moving on to the walls for the most visually-pleasing results. When taking on any tiling project, you’ll want the wall tiles to “sit” neatly on the floor tiles rather than overlapping them. Finishing your floor tiles first will allow you to place your wall tiles without any gaps, holes, or awkward intersections.

Generally speaking, it is better to cut tile wet when using a fast-moving wet saw to reduce dust and chipping. However, tile can be cut dry when using just about any cutting tool. Dry cutting will result in a bigger mess and may increase the risk of chipping or cracking, but if you’re just making small cuts, dry cutting is a safe and viable option. Cutting dry also means you can apply tile grout sooner, so it’s better for rushed projects.

The best trowel for penny tile is a 3/16-inch-by-5/32-inch V-notch trowel. Because of the small size of the penny tile, you want a trowel with small notches that can lay a thin layer of mortar on the surface you’re tiling. If the notches are too wide, you risk applying too thick of a layer of mortar, and it can squeeze out between the penny tiles.

Tiles last for around 100 years or more. Tiles on backsplashes can last even longer since they’re less likely to crack under foot traffic or from accidental drops, but even tile in high-traffic flooring can last a century or more with proper installation and upkeep. Porcelain tiles are denser and stronger than standard ceramic tiles, so they’ll last longer, often pushing past the 100-year mark.

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