Tile & backsplash · Toronto & the GTA
Tile and Backsplash Installation in Toronto & the GTA
Kitchen backsplashes in tile or one full slab, shower walls and floors, and floor tile, installed by our team from Thornhill. The first visit to your home is free.
Two backsplashes we installed
Tile or one slab behind the counter
Fluted tile
Vertical ribbed tiles run the whole counter, with the outlets set in the tile face.
One slab
One veined panel covers a sink niche, with a counter to match: no grout lines on the wall.
A slab backsplash, mid-installation
A backsplash halfway through
The slab is up, the counter is under paper and the hood's wiring box is still open. Before the hood goes on, check:
- Each outlet box lines up with its cut-out in the slab.
- The hood's power sits where the hood will hang.
- The shelf positions, while the boxes are still bare.
Shower floors
Two shower floors, two ways to the drain
- Moving the drain or valveIn Toronto, installing or modifying a plumbing system needs a building permit. Replacing a shower head or other fixture does not.
City of Toronto, when you need a permit - Moving an outlet for the tileOnly a Licensed Electrical Contractor may be hired for electrical work in your home, and the contractor files the notification with the ESA.
ESA, working with general contractors
One bathroom, five photos
Glazed wall tile, a sloped floor, wood-look planks
The same bathroom, shower to floor.
Large floor tiles are cut on diagonals down to the drain.
The lit niche turns the inside corner.
The curb is faced in the floor's wood-look tile.
Glass, curb top and plank floor meet at one corner.
Wood-look planks on the floor and as the skirting.
Price
What moves the price of a tile job
- Area and cut-outsSquare footage, plus every outlet and corner to cut around.
- Tile formatMosaic sheets, small glazed tiles, large-format tiles or one slab.
- PatternHerringbone and checkerboard layouts take more cuts.
- What comes off firstRemoving old tile and repairing the wall behind it.
- Moving outlets or a drainElectrical work by a licensed contractor; in Toronto, a permit for plumbing changes.
Choosing the material
Porcelain or marble: what the standards say
| Porcelain tile | Marble, limestone, travertine | |
|---|---|---|
| Defined by | Water absorption of 0.5% or less; above that, a tile is not porcelain. | Calcareous stone, mainly calcium carbonate. |
| Watch for | Each product has its own area of use, listed by the maker. | Lemon, vinegar and other acids may dull or etch it. |
Sources: Tile Council of North America, porcelain vs non-porcelain · Natural Stone Institute, care and cleaning
Google reviews
“Outstanding service! My bathroom remodel was completed right on schedule, and the workspace was kept spotless throughout. Art and his team were a pleasure to communicate with and consistently went the extra mile to ensure everything was done right. Thank you, guys”
Levancho · Google review, bathroom remodel
Questions
Backsplash and tile questions
Who moves an outlet for a new backsplash?
A Licensed Electrical Contractor, who files the notification of work with the ESA.
Do I need a permit to move a shower drain in Toronto?
Yes. Installing or modifying a plumbing system needs a building permit; replacing fixtures does not.
What makes a tile porcelain?
Water absorption of 0.5% or less, per the Tile Council of North America.
Can I clean a marble backsplash with vinegar?
No. The Natural Stone Institute says acids such as lemon and vinegar may dull or etch marble. Use a neutral cleaner or mild dish soap with warm water.
Do you install backsplashes in Richmond Hill?
Yes. We work across Toronto and the GTA, including Richmond Hill, Vaughan and Markham. Our office is in Thornhill.
How do I get a quote?
Call 437-667-2121 or use the form below. We reply within 24 hours.
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