Floor Tiling

Although tiling is more regularly used to protect bathroom and kitchen walls, it can be a very attractive flooring option. Relatively low cost, floor tiling comes in a wide variety of designs and styles and is well suited for use in many areas of your home. Floor tiling is usually used on bathroom or kitchen floors as it is easy to clean and very hard-wearing, as well as being moisture proof. Floor tiles are normally produced 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 very important to ensure that the base surface is as clean and level as possible. Tiling also often requires an additional backing board to be laid on top of the pre-existing 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 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 can require lots of tile cutting, and any mistakes can be very 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 ensure the fitting is of an exceptional standard.