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>

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 February 2025
Hector Removed and re-installed a bathroom grab bar that was poorly installed by another handyman. This guy knows what he’s doing. Job turned out real good. Patched up the original tile holes- dare you to find the patch marks.
The Acumen Handyman, LLC.
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Reviewed in June 2017
John was very prompt in his response to our request and came out the next day for an estimate. From the moment we met him, we knew he was the right choice. He took his time to carefully measure and explain what his thoughts were. He also asked us questions that previous installers didn't and...
New Creation Tile & Marble
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Reviewed in May 2017
Great! Steve did an excellent job where other glass contractors would not take the job because of the glass shower tiles.
CT SHOWER & BATH LLC
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Reviewed in November 2016
Cosmos marble installed the backsplash for my new kitchen to match my beautiful granite. Noula was very knowledgeable and helped me select the perfect tile to match my counter. George was so meticulous installing the tile, he really is a perfectionist. They were prompt, efficient and the prices...
Cosmos Marble & Granite
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Reviewed in July 2016
Larry and Danny recently tiled the floor and tub & shower surround in my bathroom and I couldn't be more happy with the results! They were on-time, efficient, clean and very professional. They thought of pre-and-post tiling details that I did not, that really made the execution so much better...
Halloran Tile and Marble, LLC
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Reviewed in June 2016
They were very professional.. Definitely old world craftsmen... Each day there were challenges on this job and they far surpassed my expectations.. Very pleasant also... On time and respectful.. I could not have imagined my rooms any more beautiful... Expert tile work... Inlaid glass pieces in...
John Ryan
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Reviewed in November 2015
Dave was very responsive to our call and came on time as promised. He put a scope through the shower wall to look for signs of water leaking or damage and found none. He confirmed that the leak is not coming from the valves or any of the pipes. He showed me the missing grout between the tiles...
Authentic Plumbing LLC
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Reviewed in April 2014
.Jose and his partner were a pleasure from start to finish. They were very neat workers and quiet. They advised on the best placement pattern for the accent tiles on the kitchen counter wall. The work itself was very high quality. Care was taken to do the tile job right. It was the same...
LJ's Residential Remodeling
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Reviewed in May 2012
Dave is a quality tile craftsman.
Artistic Tile
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Reviewed in October 2008
The work was completed as estimated on time and in budget. He was cooperative and flexible with some of our last minute changes and a delay in the delivery of some decorative tile. Overall, it was excellent work and right on budget. There was just a couple of very minor quality things that I...
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Ceramic Tile questions, answered by experts

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.

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

Granite countertops cost an average of $3,250 compared to $2,250 for tile countertops. Granite is also harder to DIY than tile, given its weight and bulk, which increases the overall labor cost of installation. Over time, both types of countertops may need sealing to remain resistant to water, heat, and other common kitchen elements.

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.

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.

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