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Professional Custom Tile Installation - Serving Summit County and Surrounding Areas


Why Dust Management Matters in Tile Installation
Tile installation involves more than setting tile and grout. One often overlooked but critical part of the process is dust management , especially when cutting tile or substrate . Many common tile materials — including ceramic, porcelain, and natural stone — contain silica , a mineral that becomes hazardous when fine dust particles are released into the air during cutting or grinding. What Is Silica Dust? Silica is naturally found in many construction materials. When tile is
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Tile Substrates: What Tile Can (and Can’t) Be Installed Over
When planning a tile installation, the tile itself often gets the most attention — but the surface underneath the tile (the substrate) is just as important. Using the correct substrate helps prevent cracking, loose tile, and long-term failure, especially in areas exposed to moisture or movement. Below is a breakdown of the most common tile substrates used in residential installations and when each one is appropriate. Tile Installed Over Concrete Concrete is one of the most c
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Tile Waterproofing Guide
Water damage doesn’t wait. Discover what’s really behind the tile and why waterproofing matters—plus the systems I trust as a certified installer.
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