Floor Tiling

Although tiling is more commonly used to protect bathroom and kitchen walls, it can be a very desirable flooring option. Relatively cheap, floor tiling is available in numerous designs and styles and is suited to use in many areas of your home. Floor tiling is most often applied to bathroom or kitchen floors as it is easy to clean and very strong, as well as being moisture proof. Floor tiles are usually made from ceramic or porcelain, however they are available 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 crucial to ensure that the base surface is as clean and level as possible. Tiling also often needs an extra backing board to be laid on top of the pre-existing floor so as 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. 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 damage your floor, so choose an expert to lay your floor tiling. Specialist tiling companies can inform you on the ideal tile to use for your room, and guarantee the fitting is of a high standard.