Q: What lasts longer: tile or laminate?

• <div><p>Tile will almost always last longer than laminate flooring, regardless of the type of tile installed. <a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/why-you-should-choose-tile-your-remodel.htm">Porcelain tile </a>can last for 75 years or more with proper care, and even less durable ceramic tile will last for 60 years or more, provided they&rsquo;re installed by a tile professional. On the other hand, laminate flooring has an average lifespan of around 20 years, and you might only get 10 to 15 years out of low-cost laminate flooring. As such, tile will add far more value to your home than laminate.</p></div>

Q: Should grout be lighter or darker than the tile?

• <div><p>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.</p></div>

Q: Can you put hot pans on porcelain countertops?

• <div><p>You can put hot pans on porcelain countertops. Porcelain is highly resistant to heat&mdash;it&rsquo;s manufactured at around 2,500 degrees Fahrenheit, so it can withstand a ton of heat without cracking or damaging. Even though the high heat is a plus, you should still be cautious when putting hot surfaces on porcelain countertops. </p></div>

Q: Can tile installation be a DIY project?

• <div><p>Tiling can be DIY with the right tools and skills, but challenges like ensuring evenness and appropriate adhesion often warrant professional handling.</p></div>

Q: Is outdoor ceramic tile more expensive than porcelain pavers?

• <div><p>Ceramic tile can be slightly less expensive than porcelain pavers. You can find outdoor ceramic tile for as little as <b>$1 per square foot</b>, but high-end options tend to cost the same as porcelain.</p></div>

Gilma's Cleaning LLC

Gilma's Cleaning LLC

Customers say: Quick response

Recommended by 100% of Angi customers

6 years of experience

We guarantee your satisfaction, and we won’t leave until the job is done right. Our team has quality experience in this industry, and we make sure our customers are happy before we leave. Call or click to schedule an estimate today!(I'm here to clean airbnb and grow your business with good reviews)

"Great!!! Very professional, personable, and explained exactly what was going to be done. I was very pleased when the cleaning was completed. 👍🏽👍🏽👍🏽👍🏽👍🏽"

Tonia S on October 2025

We guarantee your satisfaction, and we won’t leave until the job is done right. Our team has quality experience in this industry, and we make sure our customers are happy before we leave. Call or click to schedule an estimate today!(I'm here to clean airbnb and grow your business with good reviews)

"Great!!! Very professional, personable, and explained exactly what was going to be done. I was very pleased when the cleaning was completed. 👍🏽👍🏽👍🏽👍🏽👍🏽"

Tonia S on October 2025

CLASSIC MARBLE AND STONE RESTORATION

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CLASSIC MARBLE AND STONE RESTORATION

4.93(

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Customers say: True professional

Recommended by 98% of Angi customers

Classic Marble & Stone Restoration provides professional interior and exterior stone restoration and maintenance services to Southeastern Pennsylvania, New Jersey, Delaware and Maryland Using the very best techniques, we restore your marble, granite and other natural stone to its original appearance-or better. Our services include:Marble, Granite, Limestone, Slate, Terrazzo, Travertine, Concrete, Natural Stone, Ceramic, Porcelain, Mexican, Quarry Tile, Tile & Grout Cleaning, Grout Coloring, Care, Cleaning, Polishing, Sealing, Sanding, Restoration, Refinishing, Buffing, Grinding, Honing, Grouting, Scratch Removal, Diamond Restoration, Stripping, Repair & Maintenance, Floors, Walls, Vanity Tops, Showers, Monuments, Fountains, Interior, Exterior, Residential, Commercial, 4 Time Angie's List Super Service Award, Best of Philadelphia award winner, Best Of Broomall Award winner. Serving Southeastern Pennsylvania, New Jersey, Delaware and Maryland Owner Operated Since 1985

"Patty and her crew were excellent as always."

Charles C on July 2020

Classic Marble & Stone Restoration provides professional interior and exterior stone restoration and maintenance services to Southeastern Pennsylvania, New Jersey, Delaware and Maryland Using the very best techniques, we restore your marble, granite and other natural stone to its original appearance-or better. Our services include:Marble, Granite, Limestone, Slate, Terrazzo, Travertine, Concrete, Natural Stone, Ceramic, Porcelain, Mexican, Quarry Tile, Tile & Grout Cleaning, Grout Coloring, Care, Cleaning, Polishing, Sealing, Sanding, Restoration, Refinishing, Buffing, Grinding, Honing, Grouting, Scratch Removal, Diamond Restoration, Stripping, Repair & Maintenance, Floors, Walls, Vanity Tops, Showers, Monuments, Fountains, Interior, Exterior, Residential, Commercial, 4 Time Angie's List Super Service Award, Best of Philadelphia award winner, Best Of Broomall Award winner. Serving Southeastern Pennsylvania, New Jersey, Delaware and Maryland Owner Operated Since 1985

"Patty and her crew were excellent as always."

Charles C on July 2020

Brazilian Direct

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Brazilian Direct

5.00(

33

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Customers say: True professional

Recommended by 96% of Angi customers

WE do NOT do installation! Mill Direct - National Wholesaler Distributor Hardwood Flooring & Decking. 17 years ago, we started with a simple goal: to offer the finest exotic Brazilian hardwood floors available, online. We are an innovative flooring company that offers honest, knowledge-based, outstanding personalized service delivered with integrity and respect.We believe an informed customer is a happy customer. Our team of specialists, with over 45+ years of combined experience, is here to help you make the best decision for you and your project. We offer only the highest quality of hardwood products for the best available price, and no seconds or odd lots, allowing you to buy with confidence. We offer total value of the highest quality product coupled with outstanding service based on integrity providing assistance and support before, during, and long after the sale. We warranty our products and stand behind them. We work directly with the largest and best mills globally, giving us unmatched access to the highest quality and volume of flooring stock while other companies may be limited. We care about our customers and our community while minimizing any negative impact on the environment. Experience You Can Trust Brazilian Direct Ltd. Exceeding Customers Expectations Nationally for 12 years. Mill Direct - Premium Exotic Hardwood Flooring, Lumber and Decking. ------------------------Best BBB in the Industry after 1years! Better Business Bureau - Brazilian Direct Ltd. Accredited BBB with A+ after 10 years. (QUALITY Matters) Since registering our business with BBB 12 years ago (Brazilian Direct Ltd. has been BBB accredited since 8/19/2004) Brazilian Direct Ltd. has an A+ rating with BBB. ----------- http://www.bbb.org/washington-dc-eastern-pa/business-reviews/manufacturers-and-producers/brazilian-direct-ltd-in-quakertown-pa-75001117

All About Waterproofing Inc

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All About Waterproofing Inc

5.00(

16

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Customers say: Quality work

Recommended by 100% of Angi customers

All About Waterproofing, Inc. is a family owned and operated, Maryland business that offers the highest quality work in the industry. We pay attention to every detail and provide you with the personal attention you and your home deserve. We offer free inspections and estimates performed by the most experienced professionals in the industry. We are dedicated to your satisfaction from your initial contact to the completion of your service. We stand behind all our work with our owners Satisfaction guaranteed. Additional address - 1114 Saddle View Way, Forest Hill MD 21050. Additional phone - (410) 836-8666.

Mike Fusco Builder

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Mike Fusco Builder

4.81(

32

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Customers say: Quick response

Recommended by 93% of Angi customers

PLEASE GO TO MY WEBSITE * http://www.mikefuscobuilder.com * Custom Modular Homes, Custom Site Built Homes, Custom Remodeling. 46 years construction Experience. 42 years construction management 36 years as a licensed GC. I generally work within a hour drive or less of Strasburg. I am a Class A Licensed Virginia Builder. Only contact the phone number or email on my website.

"Excellent! We were so apprehensive to build a custom home when we couldn't be there every day to oversee the project( we were 5 states away). Mike kept us up to date with photo's and progress reports. He met up with us to select finishes and was so helpful giving us tips and recommendations. Top quality workmanship. Truly and very happy with our forever home."

Susanne P on June 2020

PLEASE GO TO MY WEBSITE * http://www.mikefuscobuilder.com * Custom Modular Homes, Custom Site Built Homes, Custom Remodeling. 46 years construction Experience. 42 years construction management 36 years as a licensed GC. I generally work within a hour drive or less of Strasburg. I am a Class A Licensed Virginia Builder. Only contact the phone number or email on my website.

"Excellent! We were so apprehensive to build a custom home when we couldn't be there every day to oversee the project( we were 5 states away). Mike kept us up to date with photo's and progress reports. He met up with us to select finishes and was so helpful giving us tips and recommendations. Top quality workmanship. Truly and very happy with our forever home."

Susanne P on June 2020

Efloors.com

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Efloors.com

4.34(

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Customers say: Terrific value

Welcome to Efloors.com, one of the largest online flooring retailers. We work hard to bring you great values; offering discount prices on laminate, hardwood, area rugs, bamboo, cork, luxury vinyl, ceramic tile, porcelain tile, natural stone and carpet tile from the brands you know and trust. Give us a call. You will find what you may have thought to be an impossible combination when purchasing flooring online: name brand flooring, unbeatable prices and expert advice.

"Communication is terrible! Brittany will ignore you and ingnore you time after time"

Darlene O on July 2022

Welcome to Efloors.com, one of the largest online flooring retailers. We work hard to bring you great values; offering discount prices on laminate, hardwood, area rugs, bamboo, cork, luxury vinyl, ceramic tile, porcelain tile, natural stone and carpet tile from the brands you know and trust. Give us a call. You will find what you may have thought to be an impossible combination when purchasing flooring online: name brand flooring, unbeatable prices and expert advice.

"Communication is terrible! Brittany will ignore you and ingnore you time after time"

Darlene O on July 2022

High Tech Home Warranties

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High Tech Home Warranties

4.37(

35

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Customers say: Terrific value

17 years of experience

We are a one stop shop for all your home warranty needs. Our upbeat and friendly support team is always at your fingertips to respond to questions about your warranty 365 days a year! Emergency claims will be addressed within 24 hours from time claim is submitted and non-emergency claims will be addressed within 48 hours Monday - Friday 8:30 am - 6:00 pm. During nights and weekends non-emergency claims will not receive a call back until the next business day. Our service call deductibles range from $65 - $75.

"I had a bad computer board in my oven. they said they would not cover it because they found a roach. This is Florida we have some roaches. i do not have a bug problem. It has nothing to do with a bad computer board. This company looks for a way to deny claims. i had one other claim and they tried to deny it as well. Save yourself some agravation and stay away. They must post their own positive reviews. They took my $65.00 fee and did nothing"

marc g on August 2018

We are a one stop shop for all your home warranty needs. Our upbeat and friendly support team is always at your fingertips to respond to questions about your warranty 365 days a year! Emergency claims will be addressed within 24 hours from time claim is submitted and non-emergency claims will be addressed within 48 hours Monday - Friday 8:30 am - 6:00 pm. During nights and weekends non-emergency claims will not receive a call back until the next business day. Our service call deductibles range from $65 - $75.

"I had a bad computer board in my oven. they said they would not cover it because they found a roach. This is Florida we have some roaches. i do not have a bug problem. It has nothing to do with a bad computer board. This company looks for a way to deny claims. i had one other claim and they tried to deny it as well. Save yourself some agravation and stay away. They must post their own positive reviews. They took my $65.00 fee and did nothing"

marc g on August 2018

Palace of Glass

5.00(

5

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Palace of Glass

5.00(

5

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Customers say: Quick response

Recommended by 100% of Angi customers

Welcome to your production house for custom glass: we design and handcraft glass panels and sculptures for your needs! Call us to get quote now based on square footage! Contact online representative for immediate consultation!

Cathy's Cleaning Service

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Cathy's Cleaning Service

4.06(

34

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Customers say: Super punctual

47 years of experience

Cathy's Cleaning Service is a small individual cleaning service that has been in business for over 33 years. We are dedicated to quality, personal and professional service at reasonable prices. We arrange a personalized cleaner for you and the same person comes into clean every time! Not only does it build a trusting relationship, it also ensures that you will have someone that fits your scheduling needs. We have a 100% satisfaction guarantee. Additional phones - (410) 592-5055, (301) 858-7079.

"Until last summer, I'd been a happy customer of Cathy's basically for the past 7 years. Our cleaners have always been wonderful, our house cleaned excellently, and I never had any issues with the main office. However, since last summer - while our cleaner continues to be amazing - the office and management of the business has tanked. The office is non-responsive, doesn't return calls, and bills incorrectly and erratically. I'm tired of that and I'm done. It seems like the management must have completely changed, and or new staff is not trained at all. Either way, sadly, I don't have time for that. I half expect to be fighting with them over incorrect bills for the *next* 6 months even thought I've cancelled since I've been fighting with them about it for the last 6 months. Wish me luck."

Amanda H M on January 2020

Cathy's Cleaning Service is a small individual cleaning service that has been in business for over 33 years. We are dedicated to quality, personal and professional service at reasonable prices. We arrange a personalized cleaner for you and the same person comes into clean every time! Not only does it build a trusting relationship, it also ensures that you will have someone that fits your scheduling needs. We have a 100% satisfaction guarantee. Additional phones - (410) 592-5055, (301) 858-7079.

"Until last summer, I'd been a happy customer of Cathy's basically for the past 7 years. Our cleaners have always been wonderful, our house cleaned excellently, and I never had any issues with the main office. However, since last summer - while our cleaner continues to be amazing - the office and management of the business has tanked. The office is non-responsive, doesn't return calls, and bills incorrectly and erratically. I'm tired of that and I'm done. It seems like the management must have completely changed, and or new staff is not trained at all. Either way, sadly, I don't have time for that. I half expect to be fighting with them over incorrect bills for the *next* 6 months even thought I've cancelled since I've been fighting with them about it for the last 6 months. Wish me luck."

Amanda H M on January 2020