What is the best way to attach tiles to a wall?

• <div><p>You can attach tiles to a wall using thin-set mortar. You’ll also need a notched trowel to create grooves within the adhesive so it flattens completely when pressed in and securely holds the wall tiles. Finally, you’ll need grout to smooth the gaps between the tiles and, ideally, a grout sealer to prevent mold. While it sounds simple enough, proper planning and execution are crucial, so carefully review the steps in this guide or hire a pro tile installer to complete this project.</p></div>

Do I need to remove old grout before installing new tile?

• <div><p>No, you don’t need to remove the old grout before installing new tile over existing tile. In fact, the old grout helps fill in gaps between tiles, creating a more even surface for the new layer. However, it's important to ensure that the <a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/how-clean-tile-and-grout.htm">grout is clean</a>, solid, and free of cracks or crumbling areas. Damaged grout should be repaired or replaced before proceeding. Cleaning the surface thoroughly and filling any low spots will help the new adhesive bond properly and ensure a smooth, stable installation.</p></div>

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Q: What is the best way to attach tiles to a wall?

• <div><p>You can attach tiles to a wall using thin-set mortar. You&rsquo;ll also need a notched trowel to create grooves within the adhesive so it flattens completely when pressed in and securely holds the wall tiles. Finally, you&rsquo;ll need grout to smooth the gaps between the tiles and, ideally, a grout sealer to prevent mold. While it sounds simple enough, proper planning and execution are crucial, so carefully review the steps in this guide or hire a pro tile installer to complete this project.</p></div>

Q: Should tile trim match the grout or the tile?

• <div><p>Whether you want to match your tile trim with grout comes down to your personal preferences. If you match the two, it can help your tiles to stand out while providing a clean, cohesive look. On the other hand, you might opt to match your tile trim with your tiles. The best option will depend largely on your tile design, as well as how it fits overall with the rest of your room.</p></div>

Q: Do I need to remove old grout before installing new tile?

• <div><p>No, you don&rsquo;t need to remove the old grout before installing new tile over existing tile. In fact, the old grout helps fill in gaps between tiles, creating a more even surface for the new layer. However, it's important to ensure that the <a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/how-clean-tile-and-grout.htm">grout is clean</a>, solid, and free of cracks or crumbling areas. Damaged grout should be repaired or replaced before proceeding. Cleaning the surface thoroughly and filling any low spots will help the new adhesive bond properly and ensure a smooth, stable installation.</p></div>

Q: Can tile installation be a DIY project?

• <div><p>Tiling can be DIY with the right tools and skills, but challenges like ensuring evenness and appropriate adhesion often warrant professional handling.</p></div>

Q: How can professionals improve bathroom aesthetics during installation?

• <div><p>Professionals can enhance bathroom aesthetics by recommending and implementing design elements such as modern fixtures, high-quality tiles, and efficient layouts. They ensure cohesive style, compliment functionality, and an enhanced visual appeal in the space.</p></div>

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Last update on November 22, 2025

Reviewed in May 2021
I had 2 showers regrouted, tile cleaned, and recaulked. They both looked bran new. I was very pleased with the entire job. Congrats on a job well done. I was amazed at how the job turned out. Thanks so much!
Pronto construction LLP
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Reviewed in July 2012
The house has a walk out basement and attached 2 car garage. Mosset construction put the house in the perfect spot . The materials used were all high end and even the trim was applied with care and all the wood work was installed perfectly baths re tiled beautifully and the hard wood was...
MOSSET CONSTRUCTION
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Reviewed in June 2015
Jason was the salesman and walked us through the entire process to include the time frame required to accomplish the project. Very impressed with Jason. The crew that did the tear out and was attentive to our needs and treated our house with respect. Did a great job. The granite...
Moda-Stone
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Reviewed in November 2012
..Pendos came to our Home and looked over everything that we desired them to do for us and we also gave them a drawing with notes on it. Not to long afterwards I called them (plus we received an email) about the price of their bid. The bid was very reasonable and within the amount of money we...
Pendo'S Construction
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Reviewed in April 2011
Found mold growing in my townhouse in January. Before our annual townhouse association meeting I had Phill come and look at it to see how urgent an issue this was. I called him as I had used him last year to repair the cement infront of my townhouse. He came over right away and assessed it,...
Black Hills Equine Unlimited
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Connelly's Flooring

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Connelly's Flooring

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9 years of experience

Connelly's Flooring, is your very best option for all your home improvement flooring needs. We always offer the very best pricing, excellent customer service and superior workmanship on every job we do. Call us now!

"We were very pleased with Connelly Flooring. Travis was responsive, returned phone calls, text messages and emails. They started project when it was scheduled, showed up on time, cleaned up after themselves, and kept us informed of progress. Travis had creative flooring ideas and completed the project to our high expectations. We had some issues with materials that were unrelated to Connelly Flooring, and Travis and his wife helped us work through the issues and saw the project through to the end. The workmanship from Connelly's Flooring is second to none. We highly recommend them for your flooring needs."

Tana C on September 2022

"We were very pleased with Connelly Flooring. Travis was responsive, returned phone calls, text messages and emails. They started project when it was scheduled, showed up on time, cleaned up after themselves, and kept us informed of progress. Travis had creative flooring ideas and completed the project to our high expectations. We had some issues with materials that were unrelated to Connelly Flooring, and Travis and his wife helped us work through the issues and saw the project through to the end. The workmanship from Connelly's Flooring is second to none. We highly recommend them for your flooring needs."

Tana C on September 2022

Granite Gold Inc.

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Granite Gold is a third-generation family of stone care experts, dating back to the 1950s. Co-founders and cousins Lenny Sciarrino and Lenny Pellegrino grew up in the family business, manufacturing, installing and restoring stone surfaces. Their mission is to help homeowners easily protect their stone surfaces through safe, do-it-yourself care and maintenance products, and protection plans to safeguard against accidental damage. Granite Gold brand stone-care products are available nationwide at Bed Bath & Beyond, Lowe's, The Home Depot, Walmart, major grocery and hardware stores, and Amazon. Visit https://www.granitegold.com/store-locator/. The Granite Gold Granite & Quartz Protection Plan and Granite Gold Cabinet Protection Plan are sold nationally through independent installers; ask yours to include the plan with your installation.

Simply Yours

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Simply Yours

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14 years of experience

We have special promotions on ceramic tile continuously. We also have an on going special on luxury vinyl tile. Custom cabinets are a specialty for us. We also specialize in building custom walk in showers. Ceramic tile and granite back splashes along with glass and stone mosaic back splashes We also do sub contracting.

Midwest Masonry

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Midwest Masonry

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28 years of experience

Midwest Masonry is happy to offer bids on Brick, Block, Stone, Foundation Repair, Foundation Waterproofing and Egress Window Instillation.

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We have multiple crews that are able to respond quickly. We offer quality work for a fair price.

S&S Construction

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S&S Construction

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We are a family Owed business, Certified foundation repair specialist. local Grip-Tite foundation systems dealer.

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Bakken Building Maintenance

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Bakken Building Maintenance prides themselves on providing a professional service to Aberdeen, SD and the surrounding communities. We specialize in janitorial services, office and commercial cleaning.

FloorFX

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FloorFX

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FloorFX is an eco-friendly and green seal certified professional carpet and grouted tile cleaning company, including professional floor covering repair and installation, and installation of tile showers. We use a low-moisture, dry-extraction method of carpet cleaning that leaves the carpets dryer and cleaner longer. There’s no down-time or chance of mold, mildew or musty carpets due to wet carpets. We leave no residue left behind from detergents. Great customer service is our number one goal and we go above and beyond to meet every expectation.

Brown Wegher Construction

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Brown Wegher Construction

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39 years of experience

Additional e-mail: [email protected]. Also doing business as Wegher Construction and Wynstone Development Corp. Locally owned. Mailing address: PO Box 770, North Sioux City SD, 57049.

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Ceramic Tile questions, answered by experts

You can attach tiles to a wall using thin-set mortar. You’ll also need a notched trowel to create grooves within the adhesive so it flattens completely when pressed in and securely holds the wall tiles. Finally, you’ll need grout to smooth the gaps between the tiles and, ideally, a grout sealer to prevent mold. While it sounds simple enough, proper planning and execution are crucial, so carefully review the steps in this guide or hire a pro tile installer to complete this project.

Whether you want to match your tile trim with grout comes down to your personal preferences. If you match the two, it can help your tiles to stand out while providing a clean, cohesive look. On the other hand, you might opt to match your tile trim with your tiles. The best option will depend largely on your tile design, as well as how it fits overall with the rest of your room.

No, you don’t need to remove the old grout before installing new tile over existing tile. In fact, the old grout helps fill in gaps between tiles, creating a more even surface for the new layer. However, it's important to ensure that the grout is clean, solid, and free of cracks or crumbling areas. Damaged grout should be repaired or replaced before proceeding. Cleaning the surface thoroughly and filling any low spots will help the new adhesive bond properly and ensure a smooth, stable installation.

Tiling can be DIY with the right tools and skills, but challenges like ensuring evenness and appropriate adhesion often warrant professional handling.

Professionals can enhance bathroom aesthetics by recommending and implementing design elements such as modern fixtures, high-quality tiles, and efficient layouts. They ensure cohesive style, compliment functionality, and an enhanced visual appeal in the space.

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