Tile Contractors in Chicago, IL

Chicago Tile

As far as building materials go, the moisture-rich and heavily used space that is the contemporary bathroom has more options today than ever before. In Chicago, bathroom tile is the classic standard that has proven itself durable and beautiful enough for installation in even the most modern homes. Where other materials might boast a lower price or easier installation, Chicago bathroom tile is as functional today as it was a hundred years ago— and in some ways, today's bathroom tile is even more functional than its predecessors of a few decades ago. If you're thinking of a bathroom remodel, or the older materials in your existing bathroom are due for an upgrade, there's good reason to weigh the benefits of a new tile installation.

Chicago Floor Tile
There's no beating tile for looks and function on bathroom walls, in shower stalls, or on counters and backsplashes, but what about flooring? As we all know, bathroom floors are subjected to a huge amount of moisture, and finding a material that can handle this with ease will undoubtedly lead you to again consider tile. In Chicago, floor tile is often the choice for bathroom settings, but it can be just as appropriate in other areas of the home, as well. Moist areas like kitchens and laundry rooms are obviously excellent settings for floor tile. In Chicago, however, where the winters are long and tracked in snow, slush, and salt can do serious harm to materials like hardwood or carpet, floor tile might even be a good choice for entry rooms, hallways, or even living areas.

Options and Benefits
The demands of modern living leave very little time for worrying about something as seemingly insignificant as what's covering your shower wall or your bathroom floor. The good news is that, if you pick the right material in the first place, you probably won't have to spend too much time thinking about what's gone wrong with it. This is one of the most persuasive reasons for opting for bathroom tile. Chicago residents looking for a time-tested material that will be low-maintenance and will require few if any repairs over the next few decades will be happy to know that not only does bathroom tile offer these, but has proven itself worthy time and time again in bathrooms all across the city.

Chicago bathroom tile installers also have more options for your home than ever before. In addition to traditional ceramic bathroom tile installations, they will be able to offer you a wide array of natural stone and synthetic options, as well as many choices when it comes to size, style, and finish. Basically, whatever look you're going for, and whatever performance you need, your local Chicago bathroom tile specialist will be able to match you with a tile installation to meet your aesthetic as well as practical needs.

One aspect of tile installation that many Chicago homeowners are familiar with, though probably not exactly excited about, is problems with grout. Old grout is notoriously difficult to clean, easy to stain, and in some cases porous enough to allow moisture to get underneath tiles and cause problems with adhesion. Modern tile installations are light years ahead when it comes to sealing grout, which greatly reduces these issues. For those homeowners who already have grout problems, grout replacement is often a relatively inexpensive operation that can make a huge difference in your tile's appearance and performance.

Tile Costs
Here at HomeAdvisor, we keep records of every project we process, including installing floor and bathroom tile. Chicago prices are higher than the national average ($1,800) in many cases, but we've also seen Chi-town tile installation jobs for as little as $350! The bottom line: make sure to talk to several contractors and get a few different estimates before jumping into the job. Getting multiple quotes is the best way for you as a homeowner to ensure you're getting the best price on quality work.

Tile Installation
Whether for walls, floors, backsplashes, or shower stalls, your tile will only be as good as its installation. No matter how expensive the tile you purchase is, if it is not set properly it is likely to develop serious problems. Installing bathroom tile is certainly a project that do-it-yourselfers have attempted; in some cases, the results are extraordinary. The problem is, however, that tile work is extremely tedious (not to mention messy and time-consuming). Before you attempt this job yourself, it's a good idea to calculate exactly how much you'll save and compare it to the amount of time and effort it will take to do the job yourself.