At Tradewinds Tile we offer free estimates for your project, and will walk you thru the process step by step. One year warranty on work performed
At Tradewinds Tile we offer free estimates for your project, and will walk you thru the process step by step. One year warranty on work performed
i do a lot of installs of doors,windows,countertops, and garage door for menards. but my business is a little of everything.
i do a lot of installs of doors,windows,countertops, and garage door for menards. but my business is a little of everything.
Family owned and operated
Family owned and operated
"Thompson Renovations specializes in high quality home Renovations bringing client's dream spaces to life." "Thompson Renovations is your Go to Solution for transforming your home into stunning spaces that reflect your personal style. Our team of skilled Professionals take care of every detail , from design to installation, ensuring exceptional results and complete client satisfaction."
"Thompson Renovations specializes in high quality home Renovations bringing client's dream spaces to life." "Thompson Renovations is your Go to Solution for transforming your home into stunning spaces that reflect your personal style. Our team of skilled Professionals take care of every detail , from design to installation, ensuring exceptional results and complete client satisfaction."
Affordable home and business building and restorations from A-Z
Affordable home and business building and restorations from A-Z
General Contractor
General Contractor
Knapp Tile and Flooring offers free estimates for all your tile and flooring needs as well as a full showroom to help you make you selections. Visit our website to learn more about us.
Knapp Tile and Flooring offers free estimates for all your tile and flooring needs as well as a full showroom to help you make you selections. Visit our website to learn more about us.
Welcome to Efloors.com, one of the largest online flooring retailers. We work hard to bring you great values; offering discount prices on laminate, hardwood, area rugs, bamboo, cork, luxury vinyl, ceramic tile, porcelain tile, natural stone and carpet tile from the brands you know and trust. Give us a call. You will find what you may have thought to be an impossible combination when purchasing flooring online: name brand flooring, unbeatable prices and expert advice.
"Communication is terrible! Brittany will ignore you and ingnore you time after time"
Darlene O on July 2022
Welcome to Efloors.com, one of the largest online flooring retailers. We work hard to bring you great values; offering discount prices on laminate, hardwood, area rugs, bamboo, cork, luxury vinyl, ceramic tile, porcelain tile, natural stone and carpet tile from the brands you know and trust. Give us a call. You will find what you may have thought to be an impossible combination when purchasing flooring online: name brand flooring, unbeatable prices and expert advice.
"Communication is terrible! Brittany will ignore you and ingnore you time after time"
Darlene O on July 2022
The most thorough carpet and upholstery cleaning in the Peoria area. No commission payed kids. All work done by certified professionals. We won't rush through your job to get to the next one. We take our time to do the job right at a reasonable price. Locally owned and operated by a Peoria area lifelong resident who has been thoroughly trained to properly clean carpet,rugs, upholstery and tile & grout.
The most thorough carpet and upholstery cleaning in the Peoria area. No commission payed kids. All work done by certified professionals. We won't rush through your job to get to the next one. We take our time to do the job right at a reasonable price. Locally owned and operated by a Peoria area lifelong resident who has been thoroughly trained to properly clean carpet,rugs, upholstery and tile & grout.
Kern Construction & Remodeling provides a wide range of services and goes beyond remodeling. We do new construction, we specialize in tile work and offer free estimates and design services. Our team consists of Terry Kern, who has over 30 years experience to offer to our clientele, his wife Sheri, who has over 10 years of cabinet design experience and also will consult with clients and help with their project along with a tile and carpentry team to get your project done in a timely manner. Our team will always go the extra mile to make sure our clients are completely satisfied!
Kern Construction & Remodeling provides a wide range of services and goes beyond remodeling. We do new construction, we specialize in tile work and offer free estimates and design services. Our team consists of Terry Kern, who has over 30 years experience to offer to our clientele, his wife Sheri, who has over 10 years of cabinet design experience and also will consult with clients and help with their project along with a tile and carpentry team to get your project done in a timely manner. Our team will always go the extra mile to make sure our clients are completely satisfied!
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.