Are porcelain countertops more expensive?

• <div><p>Porcelain is a relatively affordable, mid-range countertop. It’s less expensive than other popular materials, including quartz, slate, concrete, and marble. It’s similar in price to the average, low-end or mid-range granite or quartzite countertop (high-end options cost more). It’s more expensive than laminate, acrylic, and ceramic.</p><p>However, note that porcelain doesn’t come with very many long-term maintenance costs. If it breaks, you’ll still need to make repairs, but it won’t need regular sealing like concrete and natural stone.</p></div>

What is the best tile for a dog shower?

• <div><p>There isn’t a one-size-fits-all best tile for a dog shower. Consider your budget, tile durability, aesthetics, and, most importantly, practicality. Avoid tiles your dog will slide around on. Pebbles are a great non-slip option, but are pricey and tricky to install. Glass might look modern, but it’s not scratch-resistant. Small, floor-rated <a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/porcelain-vs-ceramic-tile.htm">ceramic or porcelain tiles</a> are economical and have many grout lines that make the surface more slip-resistant. Pick a matte finish rather than a shiny tile if you want it to hide stray mud and hairs better.</p></div>

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Reviewed in January 2025
If you’re looking for a master craftsman, look no further than Jerry, the owner of Ace of Trades! From start to finish, Jerry’s work on our home remodel was nothing short of spectacular. His attention to detail, creative problem-solving, and unwavering commitment to perfection turned our house...
Ace of Trades Home Improvement, LLC
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Reviewed in April 2024
They really listen to what your vision is. I explained once what I wanted the end result to look like. I have to say they nailed it 100 percent. The tile work is perfection! My new sink and countertops are perfect! Iâ m in love with my new kitchen!!!
Platinum RenoVision INC
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Reviewed in March 2024
DeWitt Home Services was contracted for kitchen work. They substituted almost all of the items ordered in the contract, including the cupboards, countertop, vent hood, and back splash tile with other items. Upon research visiting Home Depot, we found out the raised panel cupboards they installed...
Dewitt Home Services
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Reviewed in November 2023
Premium Tile, Paint, and Remodeling was easy to work with and did a great job installing our floors.
Premium Tile, Paint & Remodeling
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Reviewed in September 2016
A great job very happy. We build our home 16 years ago and needed a makeover. New countertops, ceramic tile, tubs and showers and kitchen backsplash. Kept in contact the whole time, showed up same time every morning. Very helpful on ideas , colors and design, easy to work with, very hard...
Austin Construction LLC
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Reviewed in February 2014
Modern informed me that a drain I covered up with tile was the place he was going to have to snake out, I informed him that I was told that the drain under that tile was not functional from the other contractor that I called last year to do my drain. Modern said this was the best place to go...
MODERN SEWER & DRAIN CLEANING
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Reviewed in November 2013
Owner came out the night before to look at the problem to see if it could be fixed right then, determined it needed a new pipe so he arranged to come back the next day. Jake and Mike came out the next day and with maneuvering on their part replaced a pipe in the wall behind wall tile to repair...
Grounds One
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Reviewed in May 2013
Our kitchen looks good if you don't look too close. Cracks in backsplash tile, gouges in newly refinished hardwood floor, cracks in frames of cabinets, large gap between molding and wall on "custom pantry" and the list goes on........ Jason Catlin is more about "good enough" than quality...
Catlin Construction & Renovation LLC
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Reviewed in August 2006
Sean Bachman was fantastic! His tile work is impeccable, his prices are very reasonable, and his work schedule is flexible. I highly recommend him.
BACHMAN TILE & MARBLE
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We specialize in marble and granite polishing and natural stone restoration. Tile cleaning and sealing, caulking. My goal is to make my customers happy by meeting their stonecare needs while helping them maintain their homes, and properties.

Stevenson Tile

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2 years of experience

I'm fresh to the market here with 4 years of tile setting apprenticeship experience under my belt. Looking to start doing the real work! learned from 2 well experienced perfectionists each with 40+ years in the trade so I was taught no short of perfect work. I will dedicate my opportunities to giving the customer honest work with perfect ethic!

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Father and son business, specialized in just about everything from roofing and repairs to gutters and cement work. All around handyman services at low cost and willing to negotiate pricing to accommodate your budget.

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Remodeling, Drywall Repair, plumbing, painting, roofing, handyman work and other small jobs. I have been doing for over 8 years. I take pride in my work and always make the customer happy.

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3 years of experience

handyman services, general contractor and interior/exterior remodeling.

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CSB Flooring

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Flooring company providing services for vinyl, laminate, and ceramic. We bid the job, then we install. No need to pay the middle man!

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Buff flooring and maintenance llc

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I am a flooring installer and I own Buff Flooring and maintenance LLC. We do all types of flooring such as wood, laminate, vinyl and hardwood engineering. We also do driveways and water proofing installations around the house and inside the house (for floods, storms..etc) as well as snow removal. Our company cares about customers' satisfaction as is it our number one priority. We face problems with solutions and we do our work in a very professional way and during a short time at the same time. Our company has been in business for about four years now and we work as installers with The Home Depot as well. Buff Flooring and Maintenance will guarantee you full satisfaction along with professionalism and prices that works and satisfies everyone.

Dora & Sons Renovations Inc

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Dora & Sons Renovations Inc

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We are a family owned small business Licensed builder specializing in all aspects of remodeling/new builds from new roof and siding to kitchen remodeling to building your dream home We also do maintenance and repair work

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Ceramic Tile questions, answered by experts

Porcelain is a relatively affordable, mid-range countertop. It’s less expensive than other popular materials, including quartz, slate, concrete, and marble. It’s similar in price to the average, low-end or mid-range granite or quartzite countertop (high-end options cost more). It’s more expensive than laminate, acrylic, and ceramic.

However, note that porcelain doesn’t come with very many long-term maintenance costs. If it breaks, you’ll still need to make repairs, but it won’t need regular sealing like concrete and natural stone.

Porcelain and granite countertops can be similar in price, but it depends on the quality of the granite. Granite slab installation generally costs $50 to $200 per square foot, while the average porcelain countertops cost $50 to $70 per square foot. High-end granites, like Blue Louise and Costa Esmeralda, cost significantly more than porcelain—especially if you choose a high-end finish—but you can choose a lower-quality stone for a similar price.

There isn’t a one-size-fits-all best tile for a dog shower. Consider your budget, tile durability, aesthetics, and, most importantly, practicality. Avoid tiles your dog will slide around on. Pebbles are a great non-slip option, but are pricey and tricky to install. Glass might look modern, but it’s not scratch-resistant. Small, floor-rated ceramic or porcelain tiles are economical and have many grout lines that make the surface more slip-resistant. Pick a matte finish rather than a shiny tile if you want it to hide stray mud and hairs better.

No, you don’t technically need a cement backer board for a wall tiling project, but not using it risks disastrous moisture damage. Cement is naturally water-resistant, whereas drywall soaks it in, which can lead to warping or mold growth. Always use a backer board treated with a waterproof membrane for bathrooms and other chronically damp areas to ensure complete tile shower waterproofing.

Different types of tile cutters may work best depending on the type of tile you are cutting and the size of your project. There are two main types of tile cutters: manual and electric. Manual tile cutters are quick and easy to use for small projects and softer tile materials, but they can only make straight cuts. Electric tile cutters make light work of big projects and can cut through harder materials.

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