Floor Tiling

Although tiling is more frequently used to protect bathroom and kitchen walls, it can be a very attractive flooring option. Relatively inexpensive, floor tiling comes in a multitude of designs and styles and is ideal for use in many parts of your home. Floor tiling is usually used on bathroom or kitchen floors as it is simple to clean and highly sturdy, as well as being moisture proof. Floor tiles are generally manufactured from ceramic or porcelain, however they are available in many other options of material such as slate, marble and limestone, each of which will have a different appearance and durability. When installing floor tiling, it is crucial to ensure that the base surface is as clean and level as possible. Tiling also often requires an additional backing board to be laid on top of the present floor to be able to guarantee a flat finish and to protect the lifespan of your tiles. After this extra board is installed, a layer of mortar is used to adhere the tiles down, and then the gaps in between are filled with grout to seal the tiles against moisture. Laying tiles yourself can be a difficult job which could require lots of tile cutting, and any errors can be very expensive to correct or even cause damage to your floor, so choose a professional to lay your floor tiling. Experienced tiling companies can advise you on the perfect tile to use for your room, and ensure the fitting is of a high standard.