Is outdoor ceramic tile more expensive than porcelain pavers?

• <div><p>Ceramic tile can be slightly less expensive than porcelain pavers. You can find outdoor ceramic tile for as little as <b>$1 per square foot</b>, but high-end options tend to cost the same as porcelain.</p></div>

Why are large tiles harder to install?

• <div><p>Larger tiles can be difficult to install because they’re heavier and bulkier than their smaller counterparts, which makes them harder to haul around and put in place. Plus, if you don’t install the tiles correctly, they could crack or break. For these reasons, it’s best to hire a professional for large-format tile installation. </p></div>

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>

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Q: How much does porcelain tile installation cost?

• <div><p>The <a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/tile-flooring-choices-descriptions-and-costs.htm">cost to install porcelain tile</a> is about <b>$1,930</b> on average. Porcelain tile prices range from <b>$880 to $3,000</b> or more. The average cost tends to be higher than ceramic tile because porcelain tile is very durable. Porcelain tile rating also factors into the material cost. Tile ratings are as follows:</p><ul><li><p>Grade 0: Walls only</p></li><li><p>Grade 1: Walls and light traffic floors</p></li><li><p>Grade 2: Rooms with light traffic, but not kitchens or hallways</p></li><li><p>Grade 3: Kitchens, hallways, and entryways</p></li><li><p>Grade 4: Any area, interior or exterior</p></li><li><p>Grade 5: Highest durability good for any area, interior or exterior</p></li></ul><p></p></div>

Q: What tiles are suitable for a fireplace hearth?

• <div><p>You can, in theory, tile your fireplace hearth with most tiles. However just because you can, doesn&rsquo;t mean you should. For example, it&rsquo;s much better to use unglazed tiles because glazed tiles are more resistant to cracking under extreme heat. Porcelain is more heat-resistant than ceramic, but you can still design the hearth as you like by putting the most heat-resistant tiles directly under the fire and, if it matches your style, add more decorative tiles further from the center of the fire. </p></div>

Q: Why are large tiles harder to install?

• <div><p>Larger tiles can be difficult to install because they&rsquo;re heavier and bulkier than their smaller counterparts, which makes them harder to haul around and put in place. Plus, if you don&rsquo;t install the tiles correctly, they could crack or break. For these reasons, it&rsquo;s best to hire a professional for large-format tile installation. </p></div>

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JAC Creative Stoneworks

JAC Creative Stoneworks

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Recommended by 100% of Angi customers

30 local quotes requested

Our mission is to be a tile contractor that brings back the personal touch with our customers. We will build a relationship that will last a lifetime after you see our quality work. As a locally owned and operated business we feel invested in our clients and constantly strive for customer satisfaction. We won't leave until the job is done right! Call or click to schedule an estimate today!

"Joe and his son at JAC creative stoneworks did our master shower and floor. They did an amazing job. Very talented, great workmanship, great communication, punctual. Looking forward to working with them again on our upcoming bathroom and kitchen project."

Tammy H on April 2025

"Joe and his son at JAC creative stoneworks did our master shower and floor. They did an amazing job. Very talented, great workmanship, great communication, punctual. Looking forward to working with them again on our upcoming bathroom and kitchen project."

Tammy H on April 2025

Aero Century Carpet House Keeping Service

Aero Century Carpet House Keeping Service

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Recommended by 100% of Angi customers

40 years of experience

Aero Carpet cleaning Service is a high quality customer oriented company. Not only are we professional we are prompt and committed to customer satisfaction. 2 locations,Wantage,NJ Sparrow Bush NY

"Did a good job, removed stains on couch. On time arrival, and pleasant to work with."

Charles B on April 2022

Aero Carpet cleaning Service is a high quality customer oriented company. Not only are we professional we are prompt and committed to customer satisfaction. 2 locations,Wantage,NJ Sparrow Bush NY

"Did a good job, removed stains on couch. On time arrival, and pleasant to work with."

Charles B on April 2022

JAC Creative Stone Works

JAC Creative Stone Works

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Recommended by 94% of Angi customers

35 years of experience

Experience a vast selection of porcelain, glass, ceramics and natural stone that will truly elevate any design. At JAC Creative Stone Works, there's a world of surfaces waiting to be explored. Through our exclusive relationships with select quarries and suppliers, you will discover stunning surfaces you won't find anywhere else on Earth.

"JAC was professional and did a beautiful job on our kitchen backsplash. They were reasonably priced and reliable. I would highly recommend JAC Creative Stone Works!"

Joe W on October 2023

"JAC was professional and did a beautiful job on our kitchen backsplash. They were reasonably priced and reliable. I would highly recommend JAC Creative Stone Works!"

Joe W on October 2023

Pro Solutions Home Renovations, LLC

578 Route 6 & 209 Suite 1

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Pro Solutions Home Renovations, LLC

578 Route 6 & 209 Suite 1

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24 local quotes requested

35 years of experience

Pro Solutions is committed to excellence in every aspect of our business. We uphold a standard of integrity bound by fairness, honesty and personal responsibility. Our distinction is the quality of service we bring to our customers. Accurate knowledge of our trade combined with ability is what makes us true professionals. Above all, we are watchful of our customer's interests and make their concerns the basis of our business. Please give us a call today!

"In 2024I hired pro. Solutions to build a back deck with an extension. I asked them to rebuild my front porch, and I put a fence around my yard. They are a scam artist. They outsourced my work to another company. They barely came to work. They told me I had to wait a year later to stained and sealed. The wood April of 2025I started calling them. I got a hole to Guy he said that he would have someone come out and start the work. No one came here until August of 2025. They sent one guy, 15 gallon bucket of something that wasn't even the color nor was it stain and seal the guy Joey, it took a month. He was here 3 days within that month. And then get half of the fence done, Dennis never answered my calls. I called him over and over again to where they even knew my telephone number and they wouldn't answer the phone so I called for my husband's phone, and then they stopped answering his phone calls. This company is a piece of s***. Do not do not hire them"

Latisha W on September 2025

"In 2024I hired pro. Solutions to build a back deck with an extension. I asked them to rebuild my front porch, and I put a fence around my yard. They are a scam artist. They outsourced my work to another company. They barely came to work. They told me I had to wait a year later to stained and sealed. The wood April of 2025I started calling them. I got a hole to Guy he said that he would have someone come out and start the work. No one came here until August of 2025. They sent one guy, 15 gallon bucket of something that wasn't even the color nor was it stain and seal the guy Joey, it took a month. He was here 3 days within that month. And then get half of the fence done, Dennis never answered my calls. I called him over and over again to where they even knew my telephone number and they wouldn't answer the phone so I called for my husband's phone, and then they stopped answering his phone calls. This company is a piece of s***. Do not do not hire them"

Latisha W on September 2025

Jicha Construction

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Jicha Construction

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13 years of experience

Jicha Construction specializes in all stages of Home remodeling. With over 20 year within the industry We can modernize Your homes kitchen, bathroom, bedroom or create a new entertainment area in a old basement or garage.

AZS Drywall General Construction Corp

679 Essex Street

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AZS Drywall General Construction Corp

679 Essex Street

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15 years of experience

AZS Drywall General Construction Corp is an excellent drywall service provider in Plainfield, NJ that has more than 10 years of experience. For more information, call us now! We serve in Plainfield, NJ, Dunellen Borough NJ; Piscataway Township NJ; Metuchen Borough NJ; Middlesex Borough NJ; Westfield Town NJ; and the surrounding areas. Drywall Contractor, Drywall Service, Drywall Crack Repair, Residential Drywall Installation, Drywall Small Hole Repair Sheetrock Installation For more information visit our website: https://drywallcontractorplainfieldnj.com/

Local Plumber

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Local Plumber

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TIRED OF OVER PRICED PLUMBING COMPANIES?! Receive 5 star plumbing services from your local plumber at a fraction of the cost of you big Hvac / Plumbing Companies in the Hudson Valley. Upfront pricing / free second opinions!

Westlake & Sons Handymen

476 Yankee Lake Road

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Westlake & Sons Handymen

476 Yankee Lake Road

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Emergency services offered

Westlake & Son's is a family owner- operated business. We include the following services but not limited to what is listed: Plumbing Garbage Disposal Installation Drain Cleaning Gutter Cleaning Snow Plowing Grass Mowing and Edging Landscaping Leaf Clearing Pressure Washing Painting - Interior and Exterior Ring Door bell installation Security System installation Security Camera Installation Assemble Ikea Furniture Assemble General Furniture Foundation inspection and repair Light Switches & Plugs Install lighting Ceiling fans Install Window & Door Trim Basement Waterproofing Soil Repair Seawall repair Drywall Repair Finish Drywall Install Tile Flooring Install Carpet Tiles Screen Repair Window Glass repair Window & Door repair and replacement Fence Intallation and Repair Rough-in Carpentry Finish Carpentry Etc.

Carlos Powerwashing, Painting & More LLC

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Carlos Powerwashing, Painting & More LLC

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We are specialize in interior and exterior painting, Powerwashing decks, roofs, siding, driveways and gutter cleaning, etc. We install tile, trim and molding, doors decks. We have more than 10 years of experience. We are a dedicated family business that provides quality work at an affordable price.

S&A improvement llc.

751 California Ave

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S&A improvement llc.

751 California Ave

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27 years of experience

interior-exterior home improvement 25 years in business - basements - bathrooms - kitchens - painting - concrete - flooring - venetian plaster WE DO ALL (BETTER HOME BETTER LIFE)

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Ceramic Tile questions, answered by experts

Ceramic tile can be slightly less expensive than porcelain pavers. You can find outdoor ceramic tile for as little as $1 per square foot, but high-end options tend to cost the same as porcelain.

The cost to install porcelain tile is about $1,930 on average. Porcelain tile prices range from $880 to $3,000 or more. The average cost tends to be higher than ceramic tile because porcelain tile is very durable. Porcelain tile rating also factors into the material cost. Tile ratings are as follows:

Grade 0: Walls only
Grade 1: Walls and light traffic floors
Grade 2: Rooms with light traffic, but not kitchens or hallways
Grade 3: Kitchens, hallways, and entryways
Grade 4: Any area, interior or exterior
Grade 5: Highest durability good for any area, interior or exterior

You can, in theory, tile your fireplace hearth with most tiles. However just because you can, doesn’t mean you should. For example, it’s much better to use unglazed tiles because glazed tiles are more resistant to cracking under extreme heat. Porcelain is more heat-resistant than ceramic, but you can still design the hearth as you like by putting the most heat-resistant tiles directly under the fire and, if it matches your style, add more decorative tiles further from the center of the fire.

Larger tiles can be difficult to install because they’re heavier and bulkier than their smaller counterparts, which makes them harder to haul around and put in place. Plus, if you don’t install the tiles correctly, they could crack or break. For these reasons, it’s best to hire a professional for large-format tile installation.

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.

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