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Empire Today - Harrisburg
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Tile: Ceramic and Porcelain - Install

Serving Metal, PA and surrounding areas

Approved (Corporate)

In business since 1959

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Warranties offered

"Stairs were done beautifully. Floor work very well done. 3 men came. Communication a bit difficult due to language barrier Freshly painted walls scuffed during work at baseboard level. Did not come with any cleaning tools. Used my brooms, dust pan and snow shovel Arrived at 10:30 AM. Finished at 5 PM"
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JTHunt Tile
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Tile: Ceramic and Porcelain - InstallTile: Ceramic and Porcelain - Install - For BusinessTile: Ceramic and Porcelain - Repair

Serving Metal, PA and surrounding areas

In business since 2004

Free estimates

Warranties offered

JT Hunt Tile\n\nI strongly believe in giving my customers the most for their money. I work with a lot of different materials concerning tile and marble. With over 36 years of experience, i have consistently focused on the needs of my customers, providing personalized attention and a stress free experience. This approach has set me apart from my competition and keep my customers coming back! Give me a call today!

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Ceramic Tile questions, answered by experts

Your floors should be completely level for tile, otherwise you risk damaging the tiles in the future. When there are even small gaps or hills in the subfloor beneath the tile, this puts more pressure on the tile when you walk around on the floor. With repeated traffic, the tiles are at risk of cracking, and you’ll have to deal with tile repairs sooner than if the floor was completely level.

You can lay tile directly on a plywood countertop, but if it’s a high-traffic surface in a kitchen, it’s better to add a moisture-resistant base. Plywood is susceptible to moisture, so if dampness seeps through from the surface around the sink or where you prep food, it can cause the plywood to warp, leading to grout damage, cracked tiles, or mold growth under the surface. 

You cannot tile directly over hot mop waterproofing because tile requires a smooth, solid surface to adhere properly. Additionally, the shower bed pan needs to be raised and sloped toward the drain to prevent water from pooling. However, you can hot mop and apply a sloped mortar bed over the top (to which the tile can then be adhered). 

Glazed ceramic tiles don’t need to be sealed because the glazing already offers some protection against moisture. Unglazed ceramic tiles need to be sealed to keep the porous tile safe from moisture and staining. However, both types of tile can benefit from sealing. Sealant can make the tiles easier to keep clean and offer more resistance to water, spills, and stains.

The lifespan of bathroom tile can be 50 years or more, depending on proper installation and regular maintenance. A well-done tile job, whether it's a new installation or a retiling project, can last for many decades. To lengthen the life of your tile, it's best to have it installed by a professional and to perform regular maintenance. This includes routine cleaning, resealing, and regrouting as needed. With proper care, you can expect your tile to last 10 years or more before needing major repairs or retiling, especially in high-traffic areas where tiles can wear out more quickly.

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