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Avatar for Serge's Home Imprvmnt & Rnvtn
Serge's Home Imprvmnt & Rnvtn
5.0(
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Tile: Ceramic and Porcelain - InstallTile: Ceramic and Porcelain - Install - For Business

Serving Tacoma, WA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2019

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I wanted to take a moment and share what a great job Serge did installing white subway tile backsplash in my kitchen! He was honest, polite, forthright, accurate and his craftsmanship skills are excellent! I am very satisfied with how it turned out and I would recommend anyone in the area looking for some professional help on those tougher home renovation projects!"
Siding repair
Siding repair
Siding repair
Siding repair
Fence repair/build

+49

Response time1 day
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by82%of homeowners
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1 Crown Flooring, LLC
4.8(
55
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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 Tacoma, WA and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2016

Free estimates

Customers say: Quick response

"Dustin did an excellent job prepping and installing porcelain tile on our front porch entry. Dustin was also very good with communication which was refreshing since so many other people I contacted were flaky or slow to respond. We highly recommend 1 Crown Flooring, LLC."
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+215

Response time8 hrs
Response rate95%
11 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Blue Tile & Marble LLC
4.7(
90
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Tile: Ceramic and Porcelain - InstallTile: Ceramic and Porcelain - Install - For Business

Serving Tacoma, WA and surrounding areas

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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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NW TOPNOTCH REMODEL LLC
5.0(
15
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Tile: Ceramic and Porcelain - Install

Serving Tacoma, WA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2023

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"There are always things with a paint job that get missed and show up after the paint dries. Eric was great about fixing things that made the house look like a million dollars. Excellent work. He went above and beyond and was worth every dollar. Every concern was addressed very fast and the overall quality made me extremely happy."
Paint
Remodel
Exterior Repaint
Repaint
Kitchen Flooring

+95

Response time8 hrs
Response rate88%
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
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VNV Flooring, LLC
4.9(
25
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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 Tacoma, WA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2011

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"VNV did a great job with my shower remodel project. This consisted of fairly complex tile work that was installed professionally and looks great. They provided a timely estimate and completed the work in a reasonable time period. I highly recommend this family run company."
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+10

Response time1 day
Response rate90%
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Backsplash Installation questions, answered by experts

The best trowel for penny tile is a 3/16-inch-by-5/32-inch V-notch trowel. Because of the small size of the penny tile, you want a trowel with small notches that can lay a thin layer of mortar on the surface you’re tiling. If the notches are too wide, you risk applying too thick of a layer of mortar, and it can squeeze out between the penny tiles.

Mortar and thinset both serve the same purpose—tile adhesion—but have different compositions and use-cases. Thinset is heatproof and presents a wide range of possibilities due to the added polymers. Mortar is typically used for bonding stones and brick. Thinset is rarely used outside, while mortar is rarely used inside.

Once cracks appear, it is hard to stop tiles from cracking more. If the cause of the problem is improper subflooring, underlying concrete, improper tile joint sizes, mold growth, or structural issues, the only way to stop floor tiles from cracking is to redo the entire floor, fixing the underlying issues first. If cracks occur after impact damage, hiring a professional tile contractor to replace the cracked tiles, fix loose floor tiles, and restore the grout around them can prevent further damage. It is also important to keep your tile and grout clean and maintained to prolong its life.

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. 

No, when done correctly, removing the tile shouldn’t damage the subfloor. However, if there was pre-existing damage to the subfloor from standard use or lack of maintenance, the subfloor may need repairs. For example, if the contractors notice mold growth on the subfloor or an uneven surface, you may need more extensive services before installing new tile.

If you DIY tile removal, remove the tiles one step at a time, individually removing the tile, grout, and mortar to prevent unnecessarily damaging the subfloor. Depending on the age of your home, consider having a professional inspect the subfloor to ensure it’s in good enough condition to lay new tile.

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