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Bathroom remodeling
The professional tilers will need 6 to 8 hours to lay tiles in a medium-sized bathroom. Also, time for planning the workflow and preparing the surface should be added. Additional time will also be needed for grouting and cleaning after work.
If necessary, a tile can be placed on a tile, but a more practical solution is to first remove the old surface. If you decide to lay tile on tile, you need to ensure that the surface is perfectly even and free of contaminants.
Much depends on the size of the bathroom. Small interiors are worth complementing with bright floor tiles in cool shades. You can break them with contrasting accessories, remembering that abundant, expressive decorations will work only in larger rooms. Dark floor tiles are an excellent solution for large bathrooms dominated by modern style.
High abrasion class tiles will work best in the bathroom. The recommended solution are ceramic tiles made on the basis of flint and clay mixture. In terms of ease of maintenance, rough tiles are best suited. An interesting solution are tiles styled like natural stones.
Large tiles are an excellent solution for a small bathroom. Bright tiles without visible patterns and connections will work best. The use of this type of surface will optically enlarge the space.
The cost of laying tiles in a small bathroom is not a big expense. The final price of the service depends on the exact size, the type of materials used and the original condition of the surface. We invite you to contact us for an individual valuation.
It is assumed that labor costs can range from $5 to $35 per square foot. There are also glazers who work on an hourly basis. We invite you to contact us for an individual valuation of the bathroom renovation.
Custom shower tile installation
It is assumed that such realization is an expense of $3,000-11,000. The final cost of the shower remodeling depends on the prices of construction materials, the complexity of the project, or the workload necessary to achieve the expected result.
It is possible to arrange tiles in one day. It should be borne in mind that the glue used to place the tiles requires a certain time to dry. Only after the given time, you can safely use the shower without worrying about damage to the surface.
After the previous surface has been removed and levelled, sealing compounds called liquid film are used. This is because both concrete and cement plaster soak up water over time, which can cause tiles to fall off. Professional wall preparation is very important for the durability of implementation.
In the case of shower tiles, porcelain is the most suitable material. This is because it has the highest durability and is resistant to harmful moisture. However, everything depends on the investor’s budget. Properly arranged ceramic tiles can also delight with durability and presentation.
The average cost of installing tiles on a bathroom wall is between $7 and $25 per square foot. It should be borne in mind that the final cost of implementation is determined individually after discussing the scope of works necessary to perform.
The price of the service consists of a number of important factors, among which we will find the condition and size of the room, the type and size of tiles and the location of the renovated property. As a reliable company, we make individual valuations for each project.
The installation of tiles is a service that runs slightly differently each time. This refers to the scope of work necessary to perform a durable and aesthetic implementation. The type of material we work with is also important. In order to ensure the satisfaction of our customers, we value each implementation individually.
Kitchen remodeling
The kitchen floor is an extremely demanding surface, which is exposed not only to contact with water, but also to dirt and heavy use. High abrasion class tiles will work best in the kitchen. In order to keep impurities out of sight, it is worth betting on tiles with a matte finish. The models with a delicate design will be a great solution. It is worth choosing tiles with a perfectly smooth surface.
If the tile has cracked and no unsightly, sharp splinters have formed on its surface, a bonding attempt may be made at the customer’s request. It requires a strong adhesive for ceramics and a bit of precision.
It is important to check that the tiles have even edges and are not chipped. A good way to check the quality of the tiles is to lay them on a flat surface. If the tiles stick out or are warped, they will not hold steadily on the ground. It is also worth paying attention to the abrasion class.
The cause of tile cracking is most often poorly cleaned, uneven and ungrounded substrate.
Ceramic tiles are thin, non-toxic and easy to maintain. Porcelain stoneware is characterized by low porosity and impressive resistance to moisture.
It is assumed that porcelain tiles are more expensive than their ceramic equivalent. The cost of installing ceramic tiles is the lowest. Porcelain stoneware ranks in the middle of the list. The most expensive job is to lay the mosaic.
Kitchen tile backsplashes
The highest quality tiles are those made of porcelain. Their additional advantage is the multitude of available patterns and textures.
The prices of wall tiles vary and depend on the material they are made of. The design and size of the tiles is also important. Tiling bathroom walls costs between $7 and $25 per square foot.
Although ceramic tiles have a slightly lower durability than their porcelain counterparts, they are still one of the most solid floor materials. In rooms with high humidity, ceramic tiles will work much better than vinyl panels or wood.
The cheapest solution in terms of both material prices and installation costs are ceramic tiles.
It is assumed that porcelain tiles are less susceptible to damage and exhibit better waterproof properties.
The disadvantages of ceramic tiles are quite insignificant compared to their numerous advantages. Some users complain that the material is cold and unpleasant to the touch. The solution is to install underfloor heating. The disadvantage is also the susceptibility to cracks under the influence of a strong impact.