Floor Tiling

Although tiling is more generally used to cover bathroom and kitchen walls, it can be a very attractive flooring option. Relatively low cost, floor tiling comes in a multitude of designs and styles and is appropriate for use in many parts of your home. Floor tiling is generally used on bathroom or kitchen floors as it is simple to clean and very heavy duty, as well as being moisture proof. Floor tiles are typically manufactured from ceramic or porcelain, but they can be purchased in many other choices of material such as slate, marble and limestone, each of which will have a different appearance and durability. When installing floor tiling, it is very important to ensure that the base surface is as clean and level as possible. Tiling also generally requires an extra backing board to be laid on top of the pre-existing floor to be able to ensure a flat finish and to maintain 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. The installation of tiles yourself can be a difficult job which can require lots of tile cutting, and any errors can be very costly to correct or even cause damage to your floor, so choose an expert to install your floor tiling. Professional tiling companies can advise you on the ideal tile to use for your room, and guarantee the fitting is of an exceptional standard.