Floor Tiling

Although tiling is more commonly used to cover bathroom and kitchen walls, it can be a very attractive flooring option. Relatively low cost, floor tiling is available in a wide variety of designs and styles and is suitable for use in many parts of your home. Floor tiling is frequently used on bathroom or kitchen floors as it is simple to clean and very durable, as well as being moisture proof. Floor tiles are usually 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 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 current floor to be able 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 stick 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 could require lots of tile cutting, and any errors can be very expensive to rectify or even cause damage to your floor, so choose a professional to lay your floor tiling. Experienced tiling companies can suggest for you the perfect tile to use for your room, and ensure the fitting is of a high standard.