Floor Tiling

Although tiling is more frequently 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 appropriate for use in many rooms of your home. Floor tiling is generally suited for bathroom or kitchen floors as it is easy to clean and highly sturdy, as well as being moisture proof. Floor tiles are generally manufactured from ceramic or porcelain, but 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 vital to ensure that the base surface is as clean and level as possible. Tiling also typically requires an additional backing board to be laid on top of the current floor to be able to guarantee a flat finish and to maintain the lifespan of your tiles. After this extra board is installed, a layer of mortar is used to stick 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 may require lots of tile cutting, and any errors can be very costly to rectify or even cause damage to your floor, so choose an expert to lay your floor tiling. Specialist tiling companies can advise you on the ideal tile to use for your room, and ensure the fitting is of a superior standard.