Floor Tiling

Although tiling is more commonly used to cover bathroom and kitchen walls, it can be a very attractive flooring option. Relatively cheap, floor tiling is available in numerous designs and styles and is suitable for use in many areas of your home. Floor tiling is usually suited for bathroom or kitchen floors as it is simple to clean and highly heavy duty, as well as being moisture proof. Floor tiles are usually made from ceramic or porcelain, however 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 vital to ensure that the base surface is as clean and level as possible. Tiling also usually requires an additional backing board to be laid on top of the current floor so as to guarantee a flat finish and to maintain the lifespan of your tiles. After this additional 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. Installing tiles yourself can be a difficult job which could require lots of tile cutting, and any errors can be very costly to correct or even damage your floor, so choose an expert to fit your floor tiling. Experienced tiling companies can advise you on the ideal tile to use for your room, and ensure the fitting is of an exceptional standard.