Floor Tiling

Although tiling is more commonly used to cover bathroom and kitchen walls, it can be a very appealing flooring option. Relatively low cost, floor tiling comes in a multitude of designs and styles and is well suited for use in many areas of your home. Floor tiling is most often used on bathroom or kitchen floors as it is easy to clean and very long lasting, as well as being moisture proof. Floor tiles are typically 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 essential to ensure that the base surface is as clean and level as possible. Tiling also generally requires an additional backing board to be laid on top of the present floor to be able to ensure a flat finish and to protect 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. Fitting tiles yourself can be a difficult job which may require lots of tile cutting, and any mistakes can be extremely costly to rectify or even damage your floor, so choose a professional to fit your floor tiling. Experienced tiling companies can advise you on the perfect tile to use for your room, and guarantee the fitting is of a high standard.