Before your new tile
is installed
Getting ready for your new tile installation will help ensure an efficient process and incredible results:
- Remove all furniture, electronics, items, and wall pieces from the room and closets.
- Tile flooring can’t be installed over an existing floor so your current flooring must be removed and disposed of.
- Repair any imperfections to the subfloor to ensure a completely smooth surface.
- Once your subfloor is professionally assessed, you are cleared for installation.
- Depending on the porosity of your tile style, it can help to being the material into the room to acclimate beforehand.
During Installation
On tile installation day, an adult needs to be home to answer any questions that arise for your installation crew. Designate a specific area for the crew to keep installation tools and cut tile as needed. Keep all pets and kids away from the rooms receiving new tile floors and the worker’s area.
After Installation
Once your new tile installation is complete, it’s extremely important to wait for the specified amount of time before walking on the new floor. When you are cleared to return furniture to the room, always lift or use equipment with rollers, and consider using felt pads under the legs of heavy pieces.