TILE & STONE INSTALLATION

Learn what to expect before, during and after your professional tile flooring installation from the experts here at Thornton Flooring.

BEFORE INSTALLING

Tile requires very particular sub-floor preparation. Frequently, a water-resistant backer-board is affixed to the subfloor, providing a secure, stable surface for tile installation.

As with all other forms of floor covering offered by Thornton Flooring, we have well-trained, skilled and experienced installers for your project.

You can rely on them to produce a beautiful finished job, and to be careful and respectful of your home and property in the process.

A pre-installation walk-through with your tile installer will help ensure that you are prepared for the big day. The matters of removal and disposal of old flooring, trim, sub-floor preparation, and door clearance can be addressed during the walk-through.

DURING INSTALLATION

On installation day, you should plan to be home. Expect a lot of noise and the potential for some above average dust. With that, you should have a plan for keeping children and pets well clear of the work areas.

First, the installer will determine tile layout. Then, using chalk-lines as a guide, your installer will spread thinset mortar in small areas and will place the tiles in it. Spacers are used between tiles so that they are evenly placed. After the mortar sets, grout is applied—sometimes the next day.

AFTER INSTALLATION

New ceramic tile projects need time to cure and solidify. Typically, floors should not be walked on for at least 48 hours after the tiles are laid; similarly, ceramic tile shower stalls and counters should remain completely moisture free for a couple days so the grout can completely dry.

If you have questions about floor maintenance, we would be happy to answer them for you.

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At Thorton Flooring, we let our specialization set us apart. Our customers each receive a personalized “designed experience” with our specialists who will walk them through the installation, pick out products, and ensure a quality finished product at the end of it all. Each one of our installers specializes in one specific trade so you know you're getting expert advice.

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