Floor Tiling

Although tiling is more commonly used to protect bathroom and kitchen walls, it can be a very desirable flooring option. Relatively inexpensive, floor tiling is available in numerous designs and styles and is suitable for use in many areas of your home. Floor tiling is generally applied to bathroom or kitchen floors as it is easy to clean and very long lasting, as well as being moisture proof. Floor tiles are generally manufactured from ceramic or porcelain, however they can be purchased 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 vital to ensure that the base surface is as clean and level as possible. Tiling also usually requires an extra backing board to be laid on top of the current floor so as to guarantee 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. Installing tiles yourself can be a difficult job which may require lots of tile cutting, and any mistakes can be extremely costly to correct or even damage your floor, so choose a professional to fit your floor tiling. Professional tiling companies can advise you on the perfect tile to use for your room, and guarantee the fitting is of a superior standard.