"I would hire this company again and recommend them highly. Not only are their prices fair but their customer service and quality of work is excellent. They have a huge selection of granite and were very helpful. The workmen really knew what they were doingi and the measurements they took were precise for our little galley kitchen. I found them to be very easy to work with. "
"Looney's provides the highest quality service. Highly skilled and knowledgeable working with tile. Responded expeditiously to correct minor issues. Unqualified recommendation."
"We love our granite countertops. The entire process was a great experience. J&M Tile, Granite and Marble offer very competive prices but where they stand out is the pride they take in their work. Our counters are absolutely beautiful. They arrived on time, very neat. Would definitely recommend. Barb & Mike"
"Awesome awesome work! I couldn't select it but Sam Home Improvement did an entire bathroom remodel. Sam did a fabulous job. From demolition to tile install to marble bull-nosing and finally free standing tub install.....perfection. We are so happy with our bathroom. It's beautiful! We are so happy and will use Sam Home Improvement again."
"David repaired our granite countertop that had cracked due to oxidation of the steel support rod. He responded right away to all of our phone calls and texts and got us scheduled for repair quickly. He was prompt, reliable and worked very diligently. This was an all day repair job. He really takes pride in his work. We are pleased with his work and will be utilizing his company again. Great service!"
"Zavala was hired primarily for floor tile replacement; but job evolved into a bathroom refresh/renovation. Floor tiling was geometric and not an easy lay. From day one to completion of the project, Mr. Zavala demonstrated a “spirit of excellence” in performing every facet of the project with attention to details; integrity, which is a rare commodity in the contractor industry and a genuine desire to insure project met both mine and his high expectations. Appreciated meticulous daily clean up until project completion. Zavala Construction (Wulian) now rests at the top of the list for my TWO preferred “go to” contractors."
"Balteza Group did an excellent job painting my home inside and out and installing stonework. They are thorough, careful and detailed. Excellent experience. I will contact them for my next home project."
"Truly, Mike Nicolas and Associates were far far beyond competent, professional, trustworthy, timely, and cost-effective... They went above and beyond and literally helped to save the day. I have worked w/ three "companies" in the DC Metropolitan area for tile at the very same location, and they were leap years ahead. They did what they said they would, and more, all with a smile. Aces."
A quality shower tiling project is a bathroom upgrade that can increase resale value. Bathroom remodels have the highest return on investments for any home update. Tiling a shower won’t offer the potential 70% ROI that a full bathroom remodel involving upgrading fixtures, installing storage, and a complete room retile will. However, you can expect an average return of 55% to 60% for this refresh.
Larger tiles can be difficult to install because they’re heavier and bulkier than their smaller counterparts, which makes them harder to haul around and put in place. Plus, if you don’t install the tiles correctly, they could crack or break. For these reasons, it’s best to hire a professional for large-format tile installation.
If the hearth ends against a wall, you can use a tile cutter as you normally would. However, if the edge of your hearth ends with no surface pressing against it,you may want to look into rounded tiles. These give a smooth edge to your hearth and make sure cut edges aren’t visible. You can also see if the tile you have has pieces that have been glazed or rounded on one edge. You’d then cut the tile and place it normally, with the cut edge facing inward.
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
There are several tools that you will use together to install tiles. Four of the most basic tools needed in tile installation include a notched trowel for applying tile adhesive, a tile cutter or saw for cutting tiles to size, tile spacers for creating the appropriate amount of space between tiles, and a grout float for applying grout.
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