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Avatar for Blue Tile & Marble LLC
Blue Tile & Marble LLC
4.7(
90
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Tile: Ceramic and Porcelain - InstallTile: Ceramic and Porcelain - Install - For Business

Serving Carnation, WA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2003

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Yes, the job was well done and on time. We had a problem with the tile and grout in our walk-in shower. He explained what the problems were with the original installation and then cleaned the tile and replaced the grout. He also installed shower bars which will help us from falling in the shower. We highly recommend this gentleman."
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Response time2 days
Response rate100%
Recommended by95%of homeowners
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Mr. Handyman of SE Bellevue
4.5(
352
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Tile: Ceramic and Porcelain - InstallTile: Ceramic and Porcelain - Install - For Business

Serving Carnation, WA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2004

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"I really appreciate the follow-through and help I received from Teri at The Handyman of S.E. Bellevue. She went over my project in detail and said that this kind of technical work would probably be best served by a company that specializes in this cable and ethernet install. I really appreciate her taking the time to tell me that. We also went over what they CAN do for me in the future and she sent me a list about that and their COVID-19 protocol to keep them and us safe! Also they are fully insured and the team brings a lot of extras in the truck with them to get the work done that day. All the years I've needed help doing home remodels and small upgrades, this type of customer service is rare. This company will be my next go to for estimates on home repairs and remodels. If you, like us, no longer can or want to do the handyman chores around your house, these are the team for you."
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2 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by88%of homeowners
Alfa Tile and Stone Works
4.6(
55
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Tile: Ceramic and Porcelain - InstallTile: Natural Stone (Granite, Marble, Slate, Quartz, etc) - Install

Serving Carnation, WA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2006

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Alfa Tile and Stone helped us with our master bath remodel. They installed Wedi and tiled a full shower (floor to ceiling) and the floor. The guys were very detailed, patient with our questions and were very respectful of our property. They took time to do it right, everything was plum and sloped properly. We would absolutely hire them again!"
Response time2 days
8 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by98%of homeowners
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Senti Tiles
4.9(
26
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Tile: Ceramic and Porcelain - InstallTile: Ceramic and Porcelain - Install - For BusinessTile: Natural Stone (Granite, Marble, Slate, Quartz, etc) - Install+1 more

Serving Carnation, WA and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2019

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"We had a great experience working with Senti Tiles. Unbeknownst to us we chose a very difficult tile to install. He did a beautiful, meticulous job placing every tiny tile perfectly. He protected all surfaces and cleaned up as if he had never been there. He consulted us on all the decision points and shared his expertise freely. We highly recommend Senti Tiles."
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Kitchen Tile
Kitchen Tile
Kitchen Tile
Kitchen Tile

+15

Response time8 hrs
Response rate96%
13 neighbors recently requested a quote
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PacWest Floors & More
4.3(
138
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Tile: Ceramic and Porcelain - InstallTile: Ceramic and Porcelain - Install - For Business

Serving Carnation, WA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1986

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"We purchased a home and our first undertaking was to install tile in the formal dining room and carpet in the library. The owner, Eric, spent a lot of time with us understanding the "look" we wanted and helped us choose the products accordingly. He has a great selection from which to choose, btw. We scheduled the installation about a month in advance. Eric's tile guy was AMAZING. I've never seen a contractor work so fast, meticulously and competently. He tore out the old flooring and laid the tile on day one. Left no mess and hauled away all the old flooring. He came back the next day and grouted the tile. It looks fantastic. It is one of the most "wow-factor" rooms in our home. The next day, the carpet guy arrived and we had our new carpet installed in a couple of hours. Again - a hard-working, fast and very competent worker. Overall, we have been extremely happy with this whole process. Not only was Eric great in helping us decide what to get - but his crews were efficient, fast and do great work. I've hired a lot of contractors in my years, but this has to have been one of the better experiences. I'd use them again. HIGHLY recommended! A+"
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+17

Response time1 day
10 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by82%of homeowners
Avatar for Floor Coverings International of Seattle Eastside - North
Floor Coverings International of Seattle Eastside - North
5.0(
12
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Tile: Ceramic and Porcelain - InstallTile: Natural Stone (Granite, Marble, Slate, Quartz, etc) - InstallTile: Ceramic and Porcelain - Install - For Business+1 more

Serving Carnation, WA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2023

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Andrea and her team did a phenomenal job. Great communication throughout the process. She did a second site visit to ensure that the carpet I selected was what we wanted, and even conducted a final check in after installation to ensure satisfaction. We highly recommend for your flooring project."
Laundry room
New LVP flooring throughout, Shaw's Endura Almond Oak
2nd floor landing in LVP
new stacked tile shower remodel
White Oak hardwood floors, refinishing and application of high traffic top coat

+69

Response time4 hrs
Response rate97%
63 neighbors recently requested a quote
Avatar for Empire Today - Seattle
Empire Today - Seattle
3.7(
280
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Tile: Ceramic and Porcelain - Install

Serving Carnation, WA and surrounding areas

Approved (Corporate)

In business since 1959

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Empire floors did the best project out of several we hired th S summer. Good communication between salesman, office, installers, and customer. They did what they promised, on schedule, for a fair price. Quality of materials is very good. Workmanship varies. Wood floors by Manuel are very nice - all completed in one day, a very nice surprise. Molding should have been angled at joints, but otherwise good. Tile floor in bathroom was a bit sloppy (by a different installer)."
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Engineered Hardwood
Laminate
Luxury Vinyl
Solid Hardwood

+6

337 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by82%of homeowners
Avatar for JP Tile Construction LLC
JP Tile Construction LLC
5.0(
6
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Tile: Ceramic and Porcelain - InstallTile: Natural Stone (Granite, Marble, Slate, Quartz, etc) - Install

Serving Carnation, WA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2025

Offers commercial services

"We had JP Tile out to redo the tile on three walls surrounding a shower in our home. We were extremely happy with the work they did - Joao Paulo had a great eye for detail, was very helpful in explaining the options to us as we were planning our project, and made the whole thing easy. They showed up on time, worked really efficiently, and left our place super clean - and most importantly, we think the walls look fantastic. (Ignore the ugly gold trim in the photo - our new faucet handle didn't arrive on time, that is on us) Communication was great and very easy (mostly via text with JP's partner Gleisiane, who was also out helping on most days). The cost was also extremely fair. My wife and I are really happy, and will definitely use JP on future projects. For what it's worth, we thought the two of them were just very kind people - a nice plus when you have people in your house for multiple days on end."
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Complete Shower Remodel
Complete Shower Remodel

+2

Response time4 hrs
Response rate100%
3 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Backsplash Installation questions, answered by experts

No, tiling over painted walls or wallpapered surfaces is generally not recommended. Textured surfaces and paints will affect the adhesive, possibly causing tiles to lift or fall off. Painted walls with a semi-gloss or high-gloss finish are particularly difficult for adding tiles. It’s wise to strip the paint first if you install the tiles to drywall, although it’s still best to opt for a cement backer board.

Here’s another instance of where the answer is you could, but that doesn’t mean you should. Yes, part of the issue is getting the drywall to stay in place on the tiles, and it’s understandable that screws will crack the tiles and cause them to crumble. That’s why it’s a much better idea to screw drywall into studs, not your porcelain or ceramic tile. But aside from issues with attaching the drywall, it’s also about ensuring a smooth application without trapping moisture inside.

Terracotta tile is a broad term for clay tile that’s been fired in a kiln, and Saltillo tile is a specific type of terracotta tile produced in Saltillo, Mexico. In addition to Saltillo, terracotta tile comes in a range of other shades and styles. You’ll often find it used in buildings throughout Mexico, southern Europe, and the western United States.

The grout shade you choose comes down to personal taste and preference. A darker grout will give you a more dramatic and noticeable contrast with the tile around it; however, lighter grout helps create a more uniform look when blending the colors together. Additionally, a darker grout combined with a patterned tile could be overwhelming to the eye, while lighter grout makes the pattern stand out as the main focus.

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. 

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