Best ceramic tile pros near North Collins, NY

Q: Can I tile over painted walls?

• <div><p>No, tiling over painted walls or wallpapered surfaces is generally not recommended. Textured surfaces and paints will affect the adhesive, possibly causing tiles to lift or fall off. Painted walls with a semi-gloss or high-gloss finish are particularly difficult for adding tiles. It&rsquo;s wise to strip the paint first if you install the tiles to drywall, although it&rsquo;s still best to opt for a cement backer board.</p></div>

Q: What is the best way to attach ceramic tile?

• <div><p>Ceramic tile adheres best with premixed adhesive or mortar. If you&rsquo;re installing the tile in an area with moisture, such as a bathroom or kitchen, opt for waterproof adhesive, and if you choose mortar, make sure it&rsquo;s thick because that is the easiest to work with and ensures the tiles will sit flat.</p></div>

Q: How do I get uniform spacing between tiles?

• <div><p>Uniform spacing between tiles is important for a professional and clean appearance. To achieve this spacing, tile spacers should be placed between the tiles and left in place until the mortar hardens and the tiles are secure. You can use X-shaped spacers vertically in between the tiles and laid flat at the corners.</p></div>

Q: 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&rsquo;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&rsquo;s better for rushed projects.</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>

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Last update on January 24, 2025

Reviewed in January 2025
Fantastic work ethic! Was able to answer all questions and adapt to our requests. Love our heated floor ! Tiling excellent. Recommend for all types of remodeling! Meticulous in everything!
Residential Redevelopers LLC
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Reviewed in December 2024
The team from Tile Brothers did excellent work. They replaced our shower/tub combo with a beautiful custom porcelain tile shower. Excellent workmanship, attention to detail and commitment to customer satisfaction. Highly recommended.
Tile Brothers WNY
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Reviewed in May 2024
Ryan was great to work with. He did the job in a timely manner. The tile backsplash turned out great as well. He definitely takes pride in his work and I would hire him again.
RP Renovate, LLC
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Reviewed in April 2024
They were super clean, covering the countertops and where they cut the tiles on the floor or outside. Every tile is placed perfectly even the tiny pieces even though it's an irregular tile (handmade lookalike). The outer edges are all clean and neat, and they helped me with pros and cons where...
DB Professional Tile LLC
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Reviewed in April 2024
Working with Brandon was wonderful! He was efficient in giving me a quote and coming out to do my tile backsplash in the kitchen! He was a pleasure to chat with while he worked and it was clear that he does not cut corners. He made sure he had and did everything he needed to complete the job...
Holliday Home and Floor
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Reviewed in January 2024
Everything went great! Would highly recommend. Rob took the time to help me understand the timeframe and all the steps to starting it so I knew when I had to decide finally on the tile, floor, paint countertops etc. he went above and beyond and the work is quality. Rob is someone who is a...
TRC Homes, LLC
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Reviewed in December 2023
When we called and set up a time for him to come he was prompt and got the job done in an excellent time frame. Very reasonably priced. Completely reliable. And great craftsmanship. Iâ ve seen other projects he has worked in between building a home and remodeling. He pays attention to detail....
Bigelow's Builders, LLC
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Reviewed in April 2022
They did a great job but when I would not spend 13,000 to do drain tile on top of the sub-pump they would not return my call to finish repairing two more cracks.
Nickel City Home Service
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Reviewed in December 2020
everything was done as asked. Always was kept informed as to what was going to be done and if I had any questions. Eric made suggestions of better ideas for the kitchen as for lightning and tile which made my kitchen look even better than I could imagine. The office is wonderful with new...
Diebolt Woodworks
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Reviewed in October 2019
Tim and Seth Russell are dedicated to providing excellence and meeting the customer's expectations. They listen well to the customer, going above and beyond to make sure the customer is happy. I requested some challenging tile designs and those requests were met with joy and enthusiasm, with...
RUSSELL RENOVATIONS WNY INC.
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Top-Rated Ceramic tile pros in North Collins - Updated Nov 2026

Tailored Renovation

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Serving North Collins, NY and surrounding areas

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In business since 2017

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"Don was very professional. He was always at our home when he was scheduled. He kept us informed throughout the entire process. He was always available if we had a question. We are pleased with our newly renovated basement."

Response time11 hrs

Recommended by100%of homeowners

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In business since 2021

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"I recently hired Jason to work on my porch ceiling, and I couldn’t be happier with the results. Jason did an excellent job from start to finish. He was very polite and always dressed appropriately for work. He arrived prepared with all the necessary tools and supplies, making the process smooth and efficient. I highly recommend Jason for any home improvement projects—his professionalism and attention to detail truly set him apart."

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"They were really good at explaining things and communicating, they did a very good job and neat job. I was extremely satisfied."

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Shamrock Surfaces, LLC

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Serving North Collins, NY and surrounding areas

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In business since 2005

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Shamrock Surfaces, LLC is your premier provider of all types of flooring including carpet, vinyl, and tile. With 15 plus years experience, I am confident that you will be completely satisfied with our level of professionalism, attention to detail, and prompt completion of your home improvement, or business improvement project. Feel free to contact us today!

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Serving North Collins, NY and surrounding areas

In business since 1972

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"My 70 year old bathtub looks brand new and I am so pleased! Chris and Masum did a fabulous job...they were helpful, courteous and professional. They answered every question I had, and cleaned up my bathroom very well. Munro staff, Joanne and Diane, very friendly and gave me instant quote directly over the phone. I would definitely recommend Munro if you want a new and affordable tub and or tile!"

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Recommended by92%of homeowners

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DB Professional Tile LLC

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Serving North Collins, NY and surrounding areas

In business since 2023

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"Dan is an experienced tile setter who came highly recommended. I hired him to tile a floor and shower in an apartment bathroom. He went well beyond what I expected to create a level and water tight shower and floor in a older building. The tile work was impeccable and he worked around our schedule. We loved his work so much we kept him on to tile our kitchen backsplash. I highly recommend Dan! You will not be disappointed."

Response time2 days

Recommended by100%of homeowners

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Serving North Collins, NY and surrounding areas

"It was very well. They were quick. They did a great job. The floor was great. I would recommend them."

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Recommended by100%of homeowners

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Serving North Collins, NY and surrounding areas

In business since 2008

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"Josh does great work, and stands behind it. Would definitely recommend him."

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Keppy's Tile & Finish

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Serving North Collins, NY and surrounding areas

In business since 2019

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Warranties offered

"He was very good and very helpful. Everyday he cleaned up very good before he left. Very nice and polite. I would recommend him to anyone looking to have tile work done anywhere. Excellent job."

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Response time3 hrs

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Geovanny and son’s Inc

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Serving North Collins, NY and surrounding areas

In business since 2021

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"Excellent service, I was fascinated with your work and the very friendly people☺️"

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Ceramic Tile FAQs, answered by experts

No, tiling over painted walls or wallpapered surfaces is generally not recommended. Textured surfaces and paints will affect the adhesive, possibly causing tiles to lift or fall off. Painted walls with a semi-gloss or high-gloss finish are particularly difficult for adding tiles. It’s wise to strip the paint first if you install the tiles to drywall, although it’s still best to opt for a cement backer board.

Ceramic tile adheres best with premixed adhesive or mortar. If you’re installing the tile in an area with moisture, such as a bathroom or kitchen, opt for waterproof adhesive, and if you choose mortar, make sure it’s thick because that is the easiest to work with and ensures the tiles will sit flat.

Uniform spacing between tiles is important for a professional and clean appearance. To achieve this spacing, tile spacers should be placed between the tiles and left in place until the mortar hardens and the tiles are secure. You can use X-shaped spacers vertically in between the tiles and laid flat at the corners.

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.

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.

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