QUESTION

Installation Procedures - How do I make sure my Ceramic Tile or Natural Stone gets installed correctly by my tile installer?

ANSWER

ANSWER - Hiring the right installer is the difference between a delightful result and a nightmare.  Most installers don’t go to school to learn the trade, so even with good intentions, more often than not they don’t understand the complexity of the work, and they don’t know the industry standards.  So as a homeowner you need to act as the quality control inspector, making sure that industry standards and manufacturers’ instructions are followed. It’s important that you do your homework and learn what’s required to properly install a tile floor so it will last.  For Guidelines for Ceramic Tile and Stone tile Residential Installations click here: Installation Guidelines.