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Q: Do you install flooring under a bathtub?

• <div><p>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. </p></div>

Q: What are the four basic tools used in tile installation?

• <div><p>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.</p></div>

Q: What can I use instead of tile spacers?

• <div><p>If you&rsquo;re out of spacers for your tile installation, you can use pennies. Each time you place a tile, stick the pennies around the edges (on the sides and the corners). Like working with spacers, you&rsquo;ll want the same amount of space around each tile before they set. </p></div>

Q: How do I get uniform spacing between tiles?

• <div><p>Uniform spacing between tiles is important for a professional and clean appearance. To achieve this spacing, tile spacers should be placed between the tiles and left in place until the mortar hardens and the tiles are secure. You can use X-shaped spacers vertically in between the tiles and laid flat at the corners.</p></div>

Q: Can you install tile over tile?

• <div><p>You can technically install tile over tile, but we don&rsquo;t suggest it. Installing tile over any surface that isn&rsquo;t a completely flat and prepared subfloor will result in a shoddy overall job, uneven flooring, tiles that don&rsquo;t adhere, extra weight, gaps, cracks, and room for moisture and dirt to enter. For the best results, only install new tile on a flat, sanded surface like subflooring or concrete that is prepared for tile.</p><p>If you have asbestos tile and would rather tile over it than remove it, or if your existing tile is completely flat and bonded tightly to the floor, you may be able to tile over existing tile. But experts recommend thinking twice before you do.</p></div>

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Last update on May 07, 2026

Reviewed in May 2026
The job was done right and very efficient. They cleaned up everything around the house and everything looks great.
Brothers Exteriors Solution LLC
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Reviewed in July 2025
Such a hard working young man! He cleaned up and made everything look amazing!!!! Definitely will hire again!! So professional! I have a bad back and he did all the work I asked and more ! I’m so happy!
V&H Demos
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Reviewed in April 2025
I had them come out to change out a few light fixtures and to calk my windows as I had noticed some water getting in. They were dependable and respectful. They were on time and provided very efficient and good quality work. I will hire them in the future as well!
Home Hero Handyman & Services
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Reviewed in April 2025
Typically I don’t write reviews. However, the process of our project was very poorly managed by ARC despite the reassurance that we would have a project manager. We never saw a project manager through the whole process. We had to manage through many issues and rework, from the wrong color...
ARC Contracting of Wisconsin Inc
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Reviewed in March 2025
Chris and Danielle were very professional! They did a great job with the mold cleanup in our house! Highly recommend L.A.D.S Western Division!
L.A.D.S. Western Division
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Reviewed in October 2022
They were great to have them here. They did a great job of putting in the windows and the clean up was great
Renewal by Andersen
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Reviewed in October 2022
We had our bathtub converted to a walk-in shower. From start to finish everyone was personable and professional. I will definitely use Mad City when we are ready to replace our windows!!
Mad City Windows & Baths
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Reviewed in September 2022
I needed my sewer and drain fixed and cleaned and they were on it the same day I asked I was very impressed . He was very polite and did a fantastic job
Scour Sewer and Drain, LLC
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Reviewed in July 2022
Did more than just stain. Replace boards, fabricated a gate, fixed handrails
Ablest Painting and Remodeling, LLC
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Reviewed in December 2021
They arrived quickly, worked quickly clearing a huge pine tree that fell onto my garage, for a reasonable fee. I'm happy with their work and glad to support a native owned business!
Boyd's Tree Service
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Appenfeldt Woodworking Tile and Flooring

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Serving Shawano, WI and surrounding areas

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In business since 2024

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Emergency services offered

"Great service and beautiful results! We had Appenfeldt flooring come in to work on our house and we couldn’t be happier with the results! Despite having come troubles with an uneven base, they took care of it in a timely manner and we couldn’t be happier with the final product. It’s rare to find a company with great costumer service and high quality work. I would highly recommend Appenfeldt Woodworking, Tile and Flooring for all of your at home needs!"

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Response time9 hrs

Response rate100%

Serving Shawano, WI and surrounding areas

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In business since 2017

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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 Shawano, WI and surrounding areas

Approved (Corporate)

In business since 1959

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"Quick and easy project! We had new carpet installed within 6 days of me putting in the request!"

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Recommended by82%of homeowners

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Affordable Home Remodeling

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Serving Shawano, WI and surrounding areas

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In business since 2020

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"The whole process went smoothly. Product was available within estimate dates. Scheduling occurred per our needs. The removal of exiting tub/shower and installation of new shower was completed in one day. Shower looks great. Everyone involved was extremely friendly. Installation team installed all accessories after consulting with us on locations. Great Job all around. We are now engaged with the company to replace our upper floor windows later this year."

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Stanley Steemer

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Serving Shawano, WI and surrounding areas

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In business since 1947

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Emergency services offered

Stanley Steemer is committed to excellence in every aspect of our business. We uphold a standard of integrity bound by fairness, honesty, and personal responsibility. Our distinction is the quality of service we bring to our customers. Accurate knowledge of our trade combined with ability is what makes us true professionals. Above all, we are watchful of our customers' interests, and make their concerns the basis of our business.

Response time11 hrs

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Serving Shawano, WI and surrounding areas

In business since 1999

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"My cast iron tub was worn down to the metal around the drain. The refinished tub looks great!"

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Recommended by92%of homeowners

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Scott's Tile & Remodeling

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Serving Shawano, WI and surrounding areas

In business since 2002

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"Scott was super fast. He came for the estimate and was able to get us in the next day (or we would have had to wait for 3+ weeks). We have gotten many compliments on the tile."

Recommended by87%of homeowners

Serving Shawano, WI and surrounding areas

In business since 2023

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

+18

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SS Tile Professionals, Inc.

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Serving Shawano, WI and surrounding areas

In business since 1997

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"He is always easy to work with. Very good with his customers and easy to talk to."

Response time5 hrs

Recommended by100%of homeowners

Serving Shawano, WI and surrounding areas

In business since 2008

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"Great! They spent 2 days repairing a poor roofing job that lead to our leaking and a several nests of wasps invading house. They also did a great job cleaning our gutters this spring.

They will be returning next spring for another issue we need addressed.

We were very happy with this company, Ben is very easy to talk with.
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Ceramic Tile questions, answered by experts

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.

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.

If you’re out of spacers for your tile installation, you can use pennies. Each time you place a tile, stick the pennies around the edges (on the sides and the corners). Like working with spacers, you’ll want the same amount of space around each tile before they set.

Uniform spacing between tiles is important for a professional and clean appearance. To achieve this spacing, tile spacers should be placed between the tiles and left in place until the mortar hardens and the tiles are secure. You can use X-shaped spacers vertically in between the tiles and laid flat at the corners.

You can technically install tile over tile, but we don’t suggest it. Installing tile over any surface that isn’t a completely flat and prepared subfloor will result in a shoddy overall job, uneven flooring, tiles that don’t adhere, extra weight, gaps, cracks, and room for moisture and dirt to enter. For the best results, only install new tile on a flat, sanded surface like subflooring or concrete that is prepared for tile.

If you have asbestos tile and would rather tile over it than remove it, or if your existing tile is completely flat and bonded tightly to the floor, you may be able to tile over existing tile. But experts recommend thinking twice before you do.

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