Floor Tiling

While tiling is more frequently 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 areas of your home. Floor tiling is generally used on bathroom or kitchen floors as it is easy to clean and exceptionally sturdy, as well as being moisture proof. Floor tiles are normally made from ceramic or porcelain, but 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 vital 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 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. The installation of tiles yourself can be a difficult job which could require lots of tile cutting, and any errors can be very costly to rectify or even damage your floor, so choose a professional to install your floor tiling. Experienced tiling companies can suggest for you the ideal tile to use for your room, and ensure the fitting is of an exceptional standard.