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Q: What’s the difference between floor and wall tile?

• <div><p>The difference between floor and wall tiles is that floor tiles generally have higher strength and porosity ratings than wall tiles. Wall tiles are typically weaker and more likely to crack or become damaged under sustained pressure like high foot traffic. </p><p>For this reason, avoid using wall tiles on floors and vice versa.</p></div>

Q: Should I replace the toilet or tile first?

• <div><p>When working on your bathroom floor tiling, you should always tile the floor first and then refit the toilet afterward. This has both practical and visual advantages&mdash;the tile will have a better seal, and the installation will look cleaner.</p><p>On the other hand, when you try to cut the tiles to fit around the toilet, you&rsquo;re putting yourself at a disadvantage. It&rsquo;s a lot more work, it&rsquo;s hard to be precise, and mistakes or miscalculations can lead to future moisture damage to the tiling, grout, and subfloor.</p></div>

Q: How do costs vary based on different types of tiles?

• <div><p>Tile costs vary by material; for example, ceramic tends to be more affordable than stone. These influence installation timelines and skill requirements.</p></div>

Q: Does a shower pan go under tile?

• <div><p>Yes, your shower pan goes underneath your tiling and helps prevent excess water from seeping into the floor. Without the shower pan under your tile, water will seep through the grout and into the flooring. This will eventually lead to mold growth and serious water damage that could cost thousands of dollars to fix. </p></div>

Q: Is it better to cut tile wet or dry?

• <div><p>Generally speaking, it is better to cut tile wet when using a fast-moving wet saw to reduce dust and chipping. However, tile can be cut dry when using just about any cutting tool. Dry cutting will result in a bigger mess and may increase the risk of chipping or cracking, but if you&rsquo;re just making small cuts, dry cutting is a safe and viable option. Cutting dry also means you can <a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/how-clean-tile-and-grout.htm">apply tile grout</a> sooner, so it&rsquo;s better for rushed projects.</p></div>

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Last update on April 16, 2025

Reviewed in April 2025
Installed a small dishwasher in our kitchen and put a whole new shower surround around our cast iron tub and decorated that as well. Looks amazing! Will be reaching out to them again if I need anything done!
Smith Handyman & Landscaping
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Reviewed in April 2023
Tyler was easy to work with. The tiles that we had were deficient and after all the work was performed, he finally saw that there were 4-5 different shades of color tiles. We were able to get all new products for free from the manufacturer and he was able to replace everything again for us....
Wariner & Winnfield Construction
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Reviewed in February 2022
Walk in shower installed spring/summer of 2021. Not only was it aesthetically a embarrassment (cuts poorly made and tiles not laying straight) there were a number of other costly mistakes made. From the first use the grout and caulking started to come out . The pitch in the drain was incorrect...
Timberdown Designs, LLC
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Reviewed in February 2019
We had an excellent experience with ABC Tile and expect to use them again on our next project. We have a historic home and wanted period-appropriate tile and tile pattern in the upstairs shower. John with ABC gave invaluable insight into the patterns and types of tile used. He gave us multiple...
ABC Tile & Stone LLC
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Reviewed in November 2015
On time - scheduled work around. Plumber and tile layer. Coordinated the work very well - would highly recommend him - very easy to work with. He came in $200 under his bid.
Young’s Remodeling LLC
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Reviewed in September 2015
They did a wonderful job. Steve the sales rep came out last week to measure and to give a me a estimate . He was very nice and informative and we set up a appointment for the following Tuesday . I was not sure what to expect since this was the first time I had my tile and grout cleaned .. I was...
NorthStar Restoration Services
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Reviewed in December 2014
Gary was very efficient and I was surprised at how fast he worked. <br /> He had my bathroom remodeled in one week. <br /> Initially he had called me daily (the first two days of the project) to make sure everything looked okay, but then communication seemed to taper off quite a bit after...
A-Z REMODELING
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Reviewed in August 2014
<ul> <li>The job was done while he was also replacing a roof. When it was raining, he worked on the tiles. The floors turned out fantastic. I highly recommend him for doing tile work. The job was completed on 8/12/2014.</li> </ul> <br />
Excellence in Home Renovations Inc
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Reviewed in August 2014
Replaced floor tiles,made up his own pattern with me approval, beautiful, put in new cabinets and handicapped hardware. Also moved medicine cabinet from one wall to another. Project went very well, work is superb. Will rehire for next job. <br />
J.j.Lange Remodeling
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Reviewed in December 2013
Outstanding quality and workmanship! <br /> This surpassed our expectations on our new shower. Work was completed in a timely manner as promised. <br /> Brad was excellent on helping and guiding us on how to go about getting our old built-in tub removed, and designing a custom handicap...
RICE'S CAPITOL CARPET
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JoseCorreia

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Serving Marathon, WI and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2017

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Punctual, honest, practices fair price. First, listen to what you need, tips for better use of material and space! I recommend!!"

Recommended by100%of homeowners

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Empire Today - Green Bay

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Serving Marathon, WI and surrounding areas

Approved (Corporate)

In business since 1959

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Prompt timely, and really worked with us"

63 neighbors recently requested a quote

Recommended by82%of homeowners

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Its Built Right LLC

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Serving Marathon, WI and surrounding areas

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Free estimates

Warranties offered

Small jobs welcome

Roofing, building, remodeling, concrete, snow and ice dam removal, landscaping, painting, plumbing, and tree removal.

Serving Marathon, WI and surrounding areas

In business since 1999

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"We had the tile resurfaced in a large walk-in shower and neighboring spa tub surround. Did two different colors and the job took 4 days. The 1 and 4th days were partial days, Jeremy the technician did an excellent job...was on time and considerate. We are very happy with the work that was done and the finished product."

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Recommended by92%of homeowners

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Imperial tile & services

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Serving Marathon, WI and surrounding areas

Emergency services offered

"Dewey was excellent. My tile is my favorite part of my bathroom. Larger rectangles with a veining that is so well matched. The workmanship was excellent, floor was ceramic wide plank wood look and is beautiful! He also came back to install my backsplash! I would highly recommend Dewey. Very clean and efficient and experienced. Got the job done very quickly!"

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Recommended by100%of homeowners

Serving Marathon, WI and surrounding areas

In business since 2023

Free estimates

"Jake and Rudy fixed 2 big cracks in my basement! They were easy to talk to and didn’t take long!"

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Nicholas Palm Tile and Stone

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Serving Marathon, WI and surrounding areas

In business since 2003

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"He gets it nice and clean. He is a hard worker."

Recommended by100%of homeowners

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Jill Seidner Interior Design

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Serving Marathon, WI and surrounding areas

In business since 2006

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"Excellent - I ended up hiring someone to help with shopping and finishing piece - waste of time and money. Jill's service was by far the most useful and best value in my decorating process.
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Recommended by55%of homeowners

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Timberdown Designs, LLC

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Serving Marathon, WI and surrounding areas

In business since 2013

Free estimates

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"We are so pleased with the removal, expansion that Terry completed on our home. Terry was always professional and listened to our needs , he kept us informed on each aspect of the project and kept everything organized and on schedule. His workmanship and attention to detail is appreciated. We are so happy with how he transformed our home."

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Response time10 hrs

Response rate85%

Recommended by83%of homeowners

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Don's Miracle Man Cleaning Service

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Serving Marathon, WI and surrounding areas

In business since 1996

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

"Very friendly and does a good job. Also dependable."

Response time1 day

Response rate85%

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Ceramic Tile questions, answered by experts

The difference between floor and wall tiles is that floor tiles generally have higher strength and porosity ratings than wall tiles. Wall tiles are typically weaker and more likely to crack or become damaged under sustained pressure like high foot traffic.

For this reason, avoid using wall tiles on floors and vice versa.

When working on your bathroom floor tiling, you should always tile the floor first and then refit the toilet afterward. This has both practical and visual advantages—the tile will have a better seal, and the installation will look cleaner.

On the other hand, when you try to cut the tiles to fit around the toilet, you’re putting yourself at a disadvantage. It’s a lot more work, it’s hard to be precise, and mistakes or miscalculations can lead to future moisture damage to the tiling, grout, and subfloor.

Tile costs vary by material; for example, ceramic tends to be more affordable than stone. These influence installation timelines and skill requirements.

Yes, your shower pan goes underneath your tiling and helps prevent excess water from seeping into the floor. Without the shower pan under your tile, water will seep through the grout and into the flooring. This will eventually lead to mold growth and serious water damage that could cost thousands of dollars to fix.

Generally speaking, it is better to cut tile wet when using a fast-moving wet saw to reduce dust and chipping. However, tile can be cut dry when using just about any cutting tool. Dry cutting will result in a bigger mess and may increase the risk of chipping or cracking, but if you’re just making small cuts, dry cutting is a safe and viable option. Cutting dry also means you can apply tile grout sooner, so it’s better for rushed projects.

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