A Pile of Tile

by Roger

I am very happy to introduce to you a fellow by the name of Marc. Marc is the owner and operator of ‘A Pile of Tile’ recently relocated in Denver, CO. Besides being an exceptional tile installation contractor Marc creates these incredible murals. All his murals are hand-cut and created from simply a drawing of [...]

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Glass Tile Kitchen Backsplash in Fort Collins

by Roger

I’ve just finished a glass tile backsplash installation in Fort Collins. The glass is Arizona Tile’s ‘gray stack’ mosaic glass tile. Glass tile can add a specific personal touch to any kitchen whether is is simply a row or two across a backsplash or a full glass backsplash such as this. The homeowner wanted to [...]

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How to Determine the Surface Durability of Tile

by Roger

For any tile you choose you want to make sure that the surface is durable enough to last in that particular area. This is determined by using what is called the PEI, or Porcelain Enamel Institute, rating of your tile. The PEI rating is a number from 0 to 5 with a 5 being the [...]

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How to Choose the Correct Tile

by Roger

When choosing tile for your project there are a couple of things you should take into consideration. Noting the following will ensure you have a better understanding of which tile is correct for your particular application and why. The most important thing to consider is the location of the tile. Where are you installing the [...]

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Join Us in Our New Year’s Remodel Resolution!

by Roger

Here at Tile Art we have decided to shake off the old (vigorously!) and put on a shiny new decade, fresh out of the box. Still has that new decade shine! We think you should join us with a New Year’s Remodel Resolution! Get rid of that outdated, now un-shiny bathroom tub surround and the [...]

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Full Bathroom Remodel in Fort Collins

by Roger

I’ve recently completed a full bathroom remodel in Fort Collins, Colorado. The remodel included a full standing shower, jacuzzi tub, floor, vanity top, and backsplash. The project began when the homeowner discovered a leak in the existing shower bench. Improperly (or non-existent) waterproofing on the shower walls and bench led to a leaking bench corner [...]

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Ceramic Basement Bathroom

by Roger

I recently completed a small basement bathroom remodel in Loveland, Colorado. The existing shower tile was removed and the walls rebuilt and covered with durock cementious backerboard. The existing shower floor waterproofing was questionable so rather than tear it completely out and rebuilding the homeowner opted to just have a topical waterproofing applied to the [...]

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Slate Pinwheel Bathroom Floor

by Roger

I recently finished a bathroom / laundry room floor in Fort Collins. The slate is 12 x 12 inch and 6 x 6 inch tile with the 6 x 6 and 1 x 2 inch mosaics on the vanity backsplash. Schluter Ditra was used as the underlayment. Ditra is an ideal underlayment for this installation [...]

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12 Item Checklist For Your Bathroom Remodel

by Roger

When planning a basic bathroom remodel there are certain things that must be taken into consideration before starting. These are things that most people may not think about when requesting a quote from a tile contractor. Your project will start off much more smoothly if you have an idea, or at least ask about the [...]

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What Type of Tile Contractor Do You Need?

by Roger

Did you know there are different types of tile contractors? When searching for a tile contractor it is always best to find one who specializes in installations for your project type. Most professional tile contractors, oftentimes without even realizing it, fit into a specific niche. This is by no means an “official” categorization of contractor [...]

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Fireplace Tile Installation in Fort Collins

by Roger

I recently finished installing tile on a large fireplace surround in Fort Collins, Colorado. The initial surround was simply covered with wallpaper. The homeowner wanted the top of the stone surround to be twelve inches from the bottom of the mantle rather than the small two inch strip that was currently in place. There was [...]

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