Tile Floors
We understand that when it comes to flooring options, you have a lot to choose from. If you are looking for an option that is permanent, clean, and green you should be seriously considering porcelain tile.
There are many options when choosing the perfect tile for your flooring needs and not all are equal. We recommend shopping with a locally owned tile distributor. They are more likely to take the time to understand what you need and are more than happy to point you in the right direction. We offer consultation for all your tile projects.
When it comes to flooring many people skip some important steps. There are many significant questions to consider before mixing the thin-set and installing the tile on the floor. Is the floor level? Has anyone checked the uniformity to ensure that it meets the recommendations from the TCNA? (Tile Council of N. America) If installing directly over concrete, has your tile installer checked the absorption rate of the concrete to ensure a quality bond? Installing tile over a wood subfloor comes with its own unique set of challenges as well as a another set of tools and materials to perform the job correctly.
Preparation is key when it comes to tiled floors and if you want something that looks amazing for generations to come while adding value to your home, we are your contractor of choice! We do not recommend installing temporary flooring and the last thing you want to do is install an expensive porcelain tile on your floors only to have to remove it due to bonding issues or other tile installation failure.
What Type of Tile for Your Floor?
We Recommend Porcelain Tile
If you are looking for longevity and durability with the least amount of maintenance, you should be shopping for a porcelain tile. Porcelain is by far the most durable tile on the market, but beware not all porcelain is created equal! Below is some information on the properties of porcelain tile to assist you in your shopping.
Porcelain tiles are typically made with "porcelain" clays that have specific properties. Typically, these tiles are dense and by definition, they have water absorption of 0.5% or less. Non-porcelain tiles have water absorption greater than 0.5%.
There are both glazed and unglazed porcelain tiles. It is important to know the difference, as the glazed variety is usually a little easier to clean. Typically, glazed porcelain tiles have filled in microscopic holes that could be present in the unglazed tile. On the other hand, unglazed porcelains may have better slip resistance.
Tile Classifications
Tile is classified into 4 categories: Non-Vitreous, Semi-Vitreous, Vitreous, and Impervious. The water absorption determines the best area of use for each tile.
Shade Variation
The Ceramic Tile Distributors of America has come up with a shade guide that applies to ceramic and porcelain tile. The Scale is V1-V4.
Shade variation is inherent in all tile products, including man-made tiles such as porcelain, glass and ceramic. Shade and texture will vary significantly from piece to piece within production runs. V1 shade variation has little or no change from piece to piece where a V4 will have a large variety of color and/or texture differences.
Dye Lots
Ceramic tile is a natural material with a natural composition which becomes resistant when fired at very high temperatures. This process, however, can cause slight differences in the shades of color of a tile between one batch and the next. Therefore, tiles are grouped before packaging according to their “dye lots” or shade and their caliber. The “dye lot” (or shade of that batch of material) is then indicated on the label of every box. This is why when placing your order for tile, it is very important to order enough tile to not only complete the job but also to have extra for any repairs that may need to occur sometime down the line. Five to twenty percent extra tile should be ordered depending on the specified pattern.
Recent Tile Floor Projects
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Highly recommend Ryan and B&R. They installed a large tiled shower project for us, they are prompt, professional, and their work is GREAT! Thank you again guys!
Ryan installed the backsplash in my kitchen. Ryan did a fantastic job. I always call Ryan when I have a tile job to be done. He is reliable, always on time, always cleans up at the end of the day and does a great job.
Ryan and Sean of B&R Floor Covering completed a major renovation in our master bath; they dismantled the poorly constructed shower area and completely rebuilt it. We were impressed by: their willingness to problem solve, their clear communication skills, their dependability in arriving on time, their respect for our home and property, and their excellent craftsmanship. We endorse and recommend this company.
Another great job by B&R Floor Covering! They removed my mother’s old dated shower tile, expanded the shower, and installed updated wall and floor tiles that we had chosen. Fantastic job! Well planned out and always neat throughout the entire process. This is the fourth project I have hired B&R for over the past four years. You can’t go wrong with them. You’ll be very pleased.
We had our bonus room carpet stretched yesterday by B&R Floor Covering. Ryan Muniz and his helper were very professional and meticulous in their work. They did a great job and we were very happy with the results. We would definitely recommend B&R Floor Covering.
I am so pleased to have worked with Ryan and B&R Floor Covering. We purchased a home that needed quite a bit of work and hired Ryan to remove the old tile flooring and install new tile in our kitchen, three bathrooms and our laundry room. After that was completed we then had him return to install a backsplash in our kitchen. Ryan is an absolute pleasure to work with and does a phenomenal job. He is on time, dependable and truly cares about his work product and his customers. I cannot recommend him enough!
We were very pleased with Ryan's expertise and ability to answer all our questions regarding our grout repair. He did an excellent job, in a timely manner, and we are happy with the way our tile looks now.
This company was very professional and we’re on time! That’s a big deal these days. Took old carpet out and put new floors down for me. I had some issues with my floor being level as well which was fixed no problem. Phenomenal trim work!!! I’m extremely satisfied with the quality of work along with pricing of this company. Will be using them again
Ryan rescued us from a mess created by another contractor. He installed a beautiful kitchen floor perfectly for us. He is professional, knowledgeable, reliable, pleasant and a man of his word!!! We recommend him without reservation. He will be the RIGHT contractor the first time!
Ryan did a tile shower for me and it is amazing workmanship. Highly recommended using Ryan at B&R Flooring !!
We are beyond pleased with the work Ryan and Sean did at our home! We had a bathroom/shower and flooring remodel by B & R Flooring. Their attention to detail was superb. They were professional in all aspects. Communication and quality of work was outstanding. They were polite and courteous. Ryan’s initial estimate and project timeline was spot on. We would highly recommend B&R flooring!