"I had a shower pan leak and Ancelmo was able to come in and rebuild/re-tile my entire shower in four days. I can only review the beauty of his work on the outside and unable to review the installation of the new shower pan with proper water sealing. I can only have faith and hope the leak does not rear its ugly head. The entire job was executed without much disturbance and mess. The cost relative to the work performed and the time it took was exceptional! I would recommend Ancelmo to any future customer, and would hire again myself!"
"Pablo is amazing at putting tiles!! He really knows his stuff and did a super awesome job in my bathroom. The tiles look perfect he is like a tile wizard! Pablo is friendly, professional, and makes sure everything is just right. If you need tiles installed, Pablo is the guy to go to! Highly recommend him for his awesome skills and friendly attitude!"
"Sam is very experienced. He answered all questions patiently and detailed, his crew knew what they were doing and did a good job. If I have other projects on my house in the future, Sam Home Improvement will be my first choice definitely."
"This company is top notch. I would recommend to everyone. First impression prior to hiring was that Mike Nicholson really cared about giving us the most for the limited amount of funds to work with. Going with many of his recommendations, outcome has been great, thus far. and I have not one complaint. My project was water damage and involved drywall, paint, flooring, tile, kitchen. You can't go wrong with this company."
Hello! We are Footprints Floors and we've been serving customers since 2008. At Footprints Floors, we know that great impressions start with great floors! We offer flooring installation and refinishing services, in Fairfax county and other surrounding areas, to help you get the perfect look for every room in your home. Because floors are all that we do... we do them best! With no showrooms to maintain or products to sell we can focus on you and providing you with the best craftsmanship for your home. Our master craftsmen expertly install your floors, baseboards, backsplashes, and tile details for a stunning look that lasts. Please note, our minimum project is $2,500.
"Our experience with Adrian and his crew was excellent. Frankly, we had had trouble finding someone to do this work when HomeAdvisor advised us to reach out to Adrian. He got back to us right away, got us an estimate and got us on his schedule. Considering no one else had even responded, we were amazed by the service we received. We were very impressed by the work the team did. They took care with every aspect of the installation, making sure the tiles were square to each other, getting the grout right, getting the tile right up to the edges of our old laundry room. The room looks much bigger, brighter and frankly just more usable than it did before they did their work. I recommend them highly. Anyone who can get CCR to do their work will be very pleased."
Thinset mortar is the best adhesive for ceramic tiles on concrete. It is easy to work with and has a slower dry time than mastic or epoxy mortars. This longer dry time gives the installer more time to adjust tiles, which is especially useful for DIYers who may not have tile installation experience. It can also be built up to help level any depressions or gaps in the concrete subfloor.
Yes, it’s always a good idea to keep a box or two of spare tiles after a home renovation project. Tiles can crack from improper installation, heavy foot traffic, and impact from drops. Having some extra tile on hand can make replacement fast, easy, and affordable. Plus, some manufacturers might discontinue particular colors or styles, and slight variations in tile colors between batches could mean mismatched tiles even if your product isn’t discontinued. Having a few spare tiles in storage can help avoid these issues, as well.
The reasons not to install flooring underneath a bathtub outweigh the benefits. A properly installed bathtub will keep water from reaching the unprotected subfloor underneath. Installing a tub on top of finished flooring can lead to damage and scratches to the new floor. Also, a small leak from a tub drain may be more difficult to notice if finished flooring impedes water drips.
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.
Tile removal costs about $2 to $7 per square foot unless you do it yourself. When you hire a pro, tile installation costs $5 to $45 per square foot. Costs vary widely, but they depend on the tile material (custom-made stone tiles cost significantly more than plain ceramic tile), location, and tile size.
The Tysons, VA homeowners’ guide to ceramic tile services
From average costs to expert advice, get all the answers you need to get your job done.
Tiling a shower is an investment in the look and function of your home. This guide explains the factors behind the cost to tile a shower in Washington, D.C.
An updated bathtub can give a bathroom a whole new look. Find out how much it costs to replace a bathtub in Washington, D.C., including prices by type and labor costs.
Tile and grout cleaning brings your tiled rooms back to life. In this guide, find out the details of how much it costs to hire tile and grout cleaners in Washington, D.C.
Ceramic tile as a flooring option boasts a long list of advantages over other surfaces. However, there are also some key drawbacks worth considering. We’ve rounded up both the pros and the cons of ceramic tile into a helpful list.
Renovating your bathroom? From classic chic to contemporary cool, we’ve got the lowdown on the best tile for shower walls and the greatest shower floor tiles.
You don’t always need a pro for ceramic tile installation. Follow these seven simple steps to transform the floor of any room in your home into the perfect space.
