Vancouver Tile Flooring Supply & Installation

Ceramic Tiles Benefits

• Lasts longer, when maintained properly – durable
• Maintains & Cleans easily with plain water or a mop
• Does not retain liquids – hygienic
• Does not absorb smoke, fumes or odours – hygienic
• Resists staining – the most stain resistant building product
• Resists fading – does not fade from sunlight
• Resists scratches and scuffs
• Resists high temperature and burning
• Preserves the environment – eco-friendly natural materials
• Saves your time and money

Your flooring can be more affordable than you may think.
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Call today, our tile flooring experts will answer all questions that you have and will give you an expert recommendation so you can feel comfortable and rest assured about your tile choice.

We have a huge selection of tiles to choose from.

Ceramic tiles / non-porcelain ceramic tiles are used for tile flooring as well as wall tiles and are suitable for applications with light to moderate traffic. They are softer and easier to be cut and install than the porcelain tiles. They are not so suitable for outdoor applications as the ceramic tile is less frost resistant.
Glazed Porcelain tilesare harder and more wear and damage resistant than non-porcelain ceramic tiles – suitable for any application from light traffic to the heaviest residential and light commercial traffic. The full body porcelain tiles can handle the highest traffic and thus be used in commercial or industrial applications.

Porcelain tiles finish:

• Matte
• Unglazed
• High polished finish

Your tile flooring can be more affordable than you may think.
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Things You Probably Did Not Know About Tile Flooring

A lot of people go for tile flooring because they believe that it is the easiest option to take care of. Tile floors have earned this reputation because they are perceived to be low-maintenance, easy to clean messes off them, and long-lasting. However, there are several other aspects that one should consider before choosing tiles as their flooring option. In this article, we will be looking at some of the things that you probably did not know about tiles.

There Are Three Categories of Floor Tiles

Floor tiles are generally made of three types of materials: natural stone, ceramic, and porcelain. Of the three, ceramic tiles are typically the least expensive and are almost entirely made of clay. Porcelain tiles, on the other hand, are a blend of feldspar which hardens into a substance with glass-like qualities when processed in a kiln and clay. Natural stone tiles are generally unprocessed and are carved out from Mother Nature’s handiwork – as a result, they tend to be more expensive than their counterparts.

Natural Stone Tile Floors are the Toughest to Take Care Of

Floor tiles made of materials like marble, travertine, and limestone require a bit more maintenance for them to remain in pristine condition. With these tiles, spills should be blotted up as soon as they happen and should be cleaned with low pH solutions that don’t contain lemon juice, vinegar, or that aren’t acidic. Citrus juice and abrasive substances such as sand can have a damaging effect on natural stone tiles.

Grout Isn’t Just an Accent Piece

A lot of people consider grout an excellent accent piece to their tiles, and that is it. However, that is not the real purpose of grout. While grout does an excellent job of giving your flooring a great finished look, it also protects your tiles. It tightly locks tiles together, protects them from scratching or chipping, and ensures that water does not penetrate through them as it could damage the material that’s used to adhere the tiles to the ground. Considering how vital grout is, give it the respect it deserves and always keep it looking great.

Thinset and Grout Are Two Different Things

While grout is used in-between tiles to protect them and to seal the floor, it is essential that you consider having your tile floor sealed to the ground with something known as thinset. Thinset is a cement-like material that’s thin and sticky when wet – which enables it to adhere tiles to the subfloor. Once it’s dried, it becomes a stiff, yet flexible substance. However, it is worth noting that it can be very hard, and even impossible, to remove it from tiles. Considering this, it is essential that you have a profession tiling company handle the task of installing tiles using thinset. Never, under any circumstances, mix grout and thinset.

You are Cleaning Your Tile Flooring Wrong

Washing a tile floor involves more than just cleaning your floor with a brush and warm water. Remaining dirt and debris could scratch your floor, leaving it looking dull. As such, it is essential that you take up proper tile floor cleaning techniques to maintain your Vancouver tile floor and increase its longevity. If possible, dry-sweep your floor every day to ensure no dirt or debris lingers. When mopping a tile floor, dry mop it with a micro-fiber cloth after you’ve washed it to pick up any residue and always remember to polish your floor.

You Don’t Have to Lay Down Your Tiles in A Checkerboard Pattern

While straight-laying is one of the simplest ways of laying down tiles, that doesn’t mean that you only stick to this option. There are tons of other ways to have tiles laid out. If you want to spruce things up a bit, then consider trying out something a bit complex like a laying your tiles at a diagonal to create a tile pattern that is at an angle. Alternatively, you could have your tiles brick-laid at an offset at every new row to create a brick wall pattern. There are far fancier options out there such as the herringbone or pinwheel pattern which create unique designs that will leave your floor looking amazing. However, it is worth noting that fancier tiling work takes a lot longer to lay down and could be quite expensive.

There Is Much You Can Do to Help Protect Your Grout

Grout plays a crucial role when it comes to the looks and longevity of your tiles. To keep it from cracking, getting excessively dirty, or chipping, consider having grout sealer applied on it – and the great thing is that some grout mixes have a sealer pre-mixed in them. If you end up with missing, chipped or cracked grout, it is best to clean the grout line out and replace it. This will help your tile flooring last a very long time.

Your tile flooring can be more affordable than you may think.
Call today for free consultation and pricing: (604) 283-1003

We install tiles in Burnaby, Vancouver, North Vancouver, Richmond, New Westminster, Coquitlam, Surrey, West Vancouver and the whole Lower mainland.

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