"We have used Tobac remodeling on a number of our remodel projects and flips. To say they are a “jack of all trades” would be an understatement. We’ve hired them for everything from demo and rebuilds of interior walls, to complete makeovers of kitchens and bathrooms. They do everything from electrical and plumbing to flooring, roofing and complete remodels. We’ll certainly hire them again and highly recommend their services."
"I filled out the HomeAdvisor application for carpet install. Johnny carpet call me back the next day. They gave me a quote over the phone then were there the next day. From application on the web to installation of my carpet was less than 48 hours. Very good service. Very nice people"
"The job went very well and we love how are bathroom has been transformed. Bob made multiple visits to consult on the tile choices and ensure they were prepared for the project. Phil (tile guy) was a true craftsman and took his time to ensure the work was perfect. We wish the same care was taken by all contractors. "
"Gino's crew did a great job with the new siding and other features. His employees work well together and were very helpful with suggestions. The siding looks great and I am quite happy with the job performed. "
"We wanted to update our bathroom so we had a new double bowl vanity replace our old single bowl one. The existing one and the wall and the flooring needed repaired to fit the new one with new backsplash and baseboard as well. It was done seamlessly and efficiently. We would not hesitate to use West Fulton Contacting for any work that would need to be done in our home. Nick was very kind, respectful and paid attention to detail.
Rick and Linda V."
Backsplash Installation questions, answered by experts
There are a few different tools you can use to score tiles. Manual tile cutters or tile scribes work well for scoring in straight lines. Tile nippers are one of the best options for scoring because they can make small and irregular cuts that larger tools may not be able to handle.
It’s important to leave a gap in the corner when tiling to allow room for tile expansion. Leaving between one eighth of an inch to one tenth of an inch is enough space.
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.
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.
Installing kitchen countertop tiles on a mold and moisture-resistant cement backer board is one of the best options. When fitted correctly on top of a plywood base, it’s stable and long-lasting. Old-fashioned cement board is economical, cuts neatly and easily with a circular or jigsaw, and screws into plywood without any difficulty.
The Worthington, PA homeowners’ guide to backsplash installation services
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