Floor Tiling

Although tiling is more generally used to protect bathroom and kitchen walls, it can be a very desirable flooring option. Relatively inexpensive, 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 frequently applied to bathroom or kitchen floors as it is easy to clean and exceptionally long lasting, as well as being moisture proof. Floor tiles tend to be made from ceramic or porcelain, however they are available in many other options of material such as slate, marble and limestone, each of which will have a different appearance and durability. When installing floor tiling, it is critical to ensure that the base surface is as clean and level as possible. Tiling also often needs an additional backing board to be laid on top of the pre-existing floor in order to ensure a flat finish and to preserve 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. The installation of tiles yourself can be a difficult job which may require lots of tile cutting, and any errors can be extremely expensive to correct or even damage your floor, so choose a professional to install your floor tiling. Professional tiling companies can advise you on the perfect tile to use for your room, and guarantee the fitting is of an exceptional standard.