Custom tile work, showers, backsplashes, etc. 25 years of experience, fully insured. Free estimates and consultation.
"From start to finish I was impressed by Chris’s professionalism! He was great with communication and he did an amazing job!"
Stephanie T on February 2025
Custom tile work, showers, backsplashes, etc. 25 years of experience, fully insured. Free estimates and consultation.
"From start to finish I was impressed by Chris’s professionalism! He was great with communication and he did an amazing job!"
Stephanie T on February 2025
Miracle Method has an over 32 year reputation for quality, durability and customer service. The Miracle Method technical training teaches the details that set Miracle Method apart from other refinishers. Technicians are insured professionals, not part timers or contract laborers. Only Miracle Method uses our propietary chemical bonding agent to insure a durable finish and provide a five year warranty. Miracle Method will not introduce harsh chemicals into a home or business. We use only the highest quality materials available.
"Great experience"
Peter C on January 2024
Miracle Method has an over 32 year reputation for quality, durability and customer service. The Miracle Method technical training teaches the details that set Miracle Method apart from other refinishers. Technicians are insured professionals, not part timers or contract laborers. Only Miracle Method uses our propietary chemical bonding agent to insure a durable finish and provide a five year warranty. Miracle Method will not introduce harsh chemicals into a home or business. We use only the highest quality materials available.
"Great experience"
Peter C on January 2024
Call 207-892-1211 to reach me directly or leave a message. 2013, 2015, 2016, 2017, 2018, 2019, 2020, 2021, 2022, 2023 and 2024 Super Service Award Winner • 40+ Years Experience • Artisan Craftsmanship • Tile floors, custom built showers, back splashes, tub surrounds and more. We do not do grout repairs. Owner Present on ALL Job Sites • Fully Insured • Free Estimates
"They were great installers, easy to work with, very punctual and completed the job when promised. Both installers had many decades of experience with tiling. I definitely would recommend them."
Dominic M on March 2025
Call 207-892-1211 to reach me directly or leave a message. 2013, 2015, 2016, 2017, 2018, 2019, 2020, 2021, 2022, 2023 and 2024 Super Service Award Winner • 40+ Years Experience • Artisan Craftsmanship • Tile floors, custom built showers, back splashes, tub surrounds and more. We do not do grout repairs. Owner Present on ALL Job Sites • Fully Insured • Free Estimates
"They were great installers, easy to work with, very punctual and completed the job when promised. Both installers had many decades of experience with tiling. I definitely would recommend them."
Dominic M on March 2025
We specialize in hardwood, carpet, vinyl and laminate flooring. I do clean floors as well. We are a young growing business but are very motivated too meet all your needs. Also we have the best deals on installation. FREE estimates within the first 40 mile radius of our office.
"Wonderful, meticulous, beautiful though all job done! We were very happy! The Huffs"
darrell h on June 2025
We specialize in hardwood, carpet, vinyl and laminate flooring. I do clean floors as well. We are a young growing business but are very motivated too meet all your needs. Also we have the best deals on installation. FREE estimates within the first 40 mile radius of our office.
"Wonderful, meticulous, beautiful though all job done! We were very happy! The Huffs"
darrell h on June 2025
Locally owned & operated since 1978, fully licensed & insured. Uses licensed subs for skilled trades. Discounts available for Angie's list members. Free estimates upon request, no travel charges.
"A&D was very responsive - came out quickly to view the project and completed the job very timely"
Nancy D on January 2025
Locally owned & operated since 1978, fully licensed & insured. Uses licensed subs for skilled trades. Discounts available for Angie's list members. Free estimates upon request, no travel charges.
"A&D was very responsive - came out quickly to view the project and completed the job very timely"
Nancy D on January 2025
Good work guarantee. I love making our customer's happy
"These guys were absolutely amazing. Thank you guys so much for your hard work and helping us out."
Joseph P on May 2025
Good work guarantee. I love making our customer's happy
"These guys were absolutely amazing. Thank you guys so much for your hard work and helping us out."
Joseph P on May 2025
Additional addresses - 75 Pine Tree Industrial Dr, Portland, ME 04102. - 345 Oakwood Drive, Yarmouth ME 04096 Additional phones - (207) 879-7668, (207) 539-4452, (207) 778-5955.
Additional addresses - 75 Pine Tree Industrial Dr, Portland, ME 04102. - 345 Oakwood Drive, Yarmouth ME 04096 Additional phones - (207) 879-7668, (207) 539-4452, (207) 778-5955.
No employees. 20 % deposit to start job and balance due upon completion of job.Cash or Check only.
No employees. 20 % deposit to start job and balance due upon completion of job.Cash or Check only.
Granite State Glass, a local family owned and operated company, has been serving the home improvement and glass needs of Northern New England since 1979. From 13 locations we serve New Hampshire, Vermont, Maine and Massachusetts. Awarded “One of the Ten Best” companies to work for in the U.S. in our industry, we attract and retain the very best skilled craftsmen to work in your home, at your business or on your auto in a safe, timely and professional manner. For residential, commercial and automotive glass needs, Granite State Glass is “Clearly the Best”.
Granite State Glass, a local family owned and operated company, has been serving the home improvement and glass needs of Northern New England since 1979. From 13 locations we serve New Hampshire, Vermont, Maine and Massachusetts. Awarded “One of the Ten Best” companies to work for in the U.S. in our industry, we attract and retain the very best skilled craftsmen to work in your home, at your business or on your auto in a safe, timely and professional manner. For residential, commercial and automotive glass needs, Granite State Glass is “Clearly the Best”.
We are a kitchen and bath design and remodeling company. Specializing in cabinetry, granite countertops, and stone/tilework. With 10+ years in the industry, we know what it takes to have an idea and bring it to life.
We are a kitchen and bath design and remodeling company. Specializing in cabinetry, granite countertops, and stone/tilework. With 10+ years in the industry, we know what it takes to have an idea and bring it to life.
Both materials work well, so start by thinking about foot traffic and budget. Porcelain is denser and absorbs less water, so it’s ideal for busy entries, kitchens, and baths—even if it costs a little more.
Ceramic is lighter, easier to cut, and comes in a wider range of styles, making it a solid pick for walls or light-use floors. Match the tile’s durability rating to the space, and you’ll get the best balance of looks, performance, and price.
A solid subfloor starts with a flat, crack-free surface. Your installer will level any low spots, reinforce weak areas, and screw down fiber-cement backer board or quality plywood before setting tile.
Skipping this step invites movement, cracked grout, and even water damage—issues that are far pricier than prep work. Hire a pro to get the base right, and your new tile will look sharp and stay put for years.
Give the thin-set 24 to 48 hours to cure before you start grouting. Rushing the process can nudge tiles out of place, weaken the bond, and create cracks you’ll have to fix later. Keep foot traffic off the area until you’re ready to grout, and you’ll lock in a strong, even finish that lasts.
Tile size changes the workload. Large-format pieces mean fewer grout lines and faster coverage, but they’re heavier and need careful handling to avoid breakage and lippage. Small mosaics create intricate looks yet take more time to set and space correctly, so labor costs climb. Weigh your style goals against the extra effort (and budget) each option requires before you decide.
You can leave tiles ungrouted for a short window, but only if the surface stays clean and undisturbed. Once the thin-set cures, finish the job as soon as possible. Grout seals joints against moisture and locks the layout in place; waiting too long invites dirt, water, and movement that can shorten the life of your new surface.
Use at least two millimeter spacers on walls and three millimeter spacers on floors to give grout room to bond and absorb normal expansion. Larger, rustic tiles may call for wider joints, while precision-cut porcelain often looks best with tighter gaps. Follow the manufacturer’s guidelines and local code, and you’ll end up with an even, long-lasting layout.