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>

How much backsplash tile do I need?

• <div><p>Figure out how much tile you need by <a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/how-to-measure-for-backsplash.htm">measuring the backsplash area</a>. Measure the height and length in feet and multiply to get the square footage. Don’t make adjustments for outlets or small cutouts but subtract the square footage for windows or other large obstructions from the total. To account for waste, get <b>10%</b> more than your calculation. </p></div>

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Q: Does penny tile need to be sealed?

• <div><p>Penny tile should be sealed to protect the grout from moisture and keep stains from damaging the look of the tile. If penny tile is in a humid or high-traffic area, like a bathroom, kitchen, or entryway, it needs sealant. Any type of tile and grout is best maintained with a sealant reapplied by a pro every one to two years.</p></div>

Q: Should you tile the shower floor or walls first?

• <div><p>It&rsquo;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&rsquo;ll want the wall tiles to &ldquo;sit&rdquo; 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>

Q: Can I use thinset mortar as a floor leveler?

• <div><p>While you shouldn&rsquo;t use thinset mortar on its own as a floor leveler, it can work alongside other products to help level floors. For instance, you could start with a self-leveling compound, let that dry, then apply backer board with thinset mortar to help fully even out the floors ahead of laying tile.</p></div>

Q: Does painting shower tile last?

• <div><p>No, painting shower tile doesn&rsquo;t last and is better reserved as a temporary solution to refreshing the look of old tiles. Shower tile paint may last around one to five years, depending on how well you prep the surface before painting, the type of paint you use, the type of tile in your shower, and how often you use the shower.</p></div>

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Last update on February 21, 2026

Reviewed in February 2026
1-800-Hansons Did a Great Job converting my bathtub to a walk in shower with handicap accessible handles and a bench. I had a wonderful experience from the very knowledgeable and hands-on sales person Jeff, to the friendly and very professional installation guys Brent/Brett, they protected my...
1-800-HANSONS (Detroit Windows)
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Reviewed in April 2024
Jake did a great job on installing new steps off of our deck!
Jake of All Trades Handyman Services Ltd.
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Reviewed in October 2023
ADAM INSTALED ARE NEW FURNACE HE WENT ABOVE AND BEYOND TO SOLVE THE ISSUSES OF THE OLD ONE , EXCELLENT JOB , WELL DONE THANK YOU ADAM ,
A Plus Heating and Cooling
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Reviewed in April 2020
just now I had Polar Seal Windows installed in November 2019. In January 2019, I had my first leak and in February I had my second leak- water pouring in from the top. The installer came in put up a temporary fix of mounting a sheet of aluminum as an overhang. He’s not returning my phone calls...
Polar Seal Window Corp
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Reviewed in November 2017
Tim from TMA reviewed my project on site and was able to do what I wanted and even was able to remove several DTE meters and consolidate into one meter. He was able to install a single whole house generator that services both my house and my business. I had other electricians that told me it...
T.M.A. Electric
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Reviewed in October 2017
Horrible, paid 19000.00 they did not show up until well after schedluled time.( I have a small house.) I called when it was time was told I should never got a exact day and they say they would fire the person who told me. sub contractor came when was told no sub contractors worked for the corp....
Erie Construction Midwest - Toledo
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Reviewed in May 2017
From the very first meeting with sales and planning, the project moved forward in an organized and timely fashion. Every staff member from sales, installation crew, technical staff and office contact person were friendly and very helpful. They helped to educate me about the project and kept me...
The Green Panel, Inc.
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Reviewed in April 2016
Phil's crew arrived as scheduled. They were very professional and answered all my questions. The install went without incident and the new hot water is working well. I was pleased with the work done as working in a crawlspace is difficult and they did a great job. <br />
PHIL'S PLUMBING AND HEATING INC.
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Reviewed in February 2016
Mr. Popham assisted in selecting new carpeting for our cottage in Port Austin, Mi. He came out to the cottage and took necessary measurements and made recommendations as to installation. He removed the old carpeting and padding, disposed of the old material and had his installer install new...
G JAMES POPHAM SUPPLY INC
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Reviewed in January 2016
Hire this company if you want a real roofing job done. They don't just rip off and replace shingles - they do an entire roofing job. RBC identified issues preventing my roof from perfoming as it should and resolved them all during the installation of the new roofing. Proffessional,...
Renner Bros. Construction, Inc.
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Stolicker Builders, LLC

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We are a locally owned and operated company that values honesty and integrity and treats your home as if it were our own. We offer a variety of General Contractor services that are customizable to each individual project. You will find us to be competitively priced, paying close attention to the details of each and every project that we are involved with. We look forward to building lasting relationships and guarantee your satisfaction!

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"Overall, very good. Great people to work with. Only thing was a couple of minor issues installing tile.
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"Jon is awesome. He recently completed a whole bathroom renovation in our basement complete with tile, paint job, and installation. He is a reasonable and attentive workman, with a great eye and natural talent! I highly recommend him for any job, big or small."

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R.C Anton and Associates, LLC

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"They did work in very professional and fast manner. I am extremely pleased with the results!"

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"The professionals is great, and talented. The professional has a perfect combination of artistic vision, and actual skill."

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Welcome to Doyle Tile and Marble, where years of industry experience meet exceptional craftsmanship in flooring, handyman, and construction services. Though newly established, our skilled team delivers expert solutions with a strong commitment to quality and customer satisfaction. We specialize in a broad range of services including flooring installation with tile, marble, hardwood, laminate, and carpet, as well as roofing, gutters, siding, cabinetry, and general handyman repairs. At Doyle Tile and Marble, every project—big or small—is handled with professionalism, precision, and care. Trust us to provide durable, beautiful finishes and reliable service that exceeds expectations.

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GEMINI CUSTOM BUILDS LLC

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Steven's Construction

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Backsplash Installation questions, answered by experts

Penny tile should be sealed to protect the grout from moisture and keep stains from damaging the look of the tile. If penny tile is in a humid or high-traffic area, like a bathroom, kitchen, or entryway, it needs sealant. Any type of tile and grout is best maintained with a sealant reapplied by a pro every one to two years.

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.

While you shouldn’t use thinset mortar on its own as a floor leveler, it can work alongside other products to help level floors. For instance, you could start with a self-leveling compound, let that dry, then apply backer board with thinset mortar to help fully even out the floors ahead of laying tile.

No, painting shower tile doesn’t last and is better reserved as a temporary solution to refreshing the look of old tiles. Shower tile paint may last around one to five years, depending on how well you prep the surface before painting, the type of paint you use, the type of tile in your shower, and how often you use the shower.

Figure out how much tile you need by measuring the backsplash area. Measure the height and length in feet and multiply to get the square footage. Don’t make adjustments for outlets or small cutouts but subtract the square footage for windows or other large obstructions from the total. To account for waste, get 10% more than your calculation.

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