Bathroom floor tile is a safe and easy flooring option, no matter your style or budget.
When it comes to giving your bathroom a clean and classic look that's also extremely durable, you can't beat tile floors. There are nearly endless options to fit any design aesthetic and most budgets. Even better, given tile's universal appeal, it's a smart investment that can actually boost your home's resale value. Some of the more popular tile materials include ceramic, quarry, terra cotta, and marble, and they come in a great variety of colors, shapes, sizes, and patterns. A unique bathroom tile design can make any bathroom stand out.
Pros to Tile Flooring for Bathrooms
transitional bathroom
Most tile is stain-resistant (porous marble, however, is easily stained if spills aren't quickly wiped up). For this reason, tile is a good design choice for bathroom floors, backsplashes, walls, and shower enclosures. Sealed tile and grout are also water-resistant, making it a great choice for the bathroom. Likewise, tile is scratch resistant, perfect for homes with pets. And as long as non-toxic grout and sealants are used, tile floors are great for allergy sufferers.
Cons to Tile Flooring for Bathrooms
master bathroom white subway tile floor
Design is rarely a limiting factor with tile flooring for bathrooms, but there are downsides to the flooring. It is cold underfoot, provides a hard walking surface, and offers no sound insulation. Tile is perfect for installation over a radiant floor heating system, which is a particularly smart investment in a bathroom where it's important to keep bare feet warm. Also, glossy finishes can be slick, a concern in bathrooms where slip-and-fall accidents are common. Ask your dealer about newer products designed with anti-slip surfaces or talk to your installer about applying non-slip additives on top of your floor. If you want to keep the same floor material throughout the space, it's easy to find tile to cover the floor and serve as bathroom shower tile.
Tips for Tiling Bathroom Floors
patterned tile and rich wood accents
Tile can be tricky to install for even seasoned DIYers as the process requires a special saw for cutting pieces to fit around cabinets or corners. Tiling bathroom floors can also be difficult; it can be hard to give grout a consistent and professional look. Mosaic bathroom floor and wall tiles can be purchased mounted on mesh to make spacing easier for self-installing tile. Different types of tile have different installation requirements so, if you plan to install your floor yourself, it's important to talk to your dealer and educate yourself on the material you've chosen.
More recently, snap-together tiles have hit the market. These interlocking pieces are designed to help handy homeowners create a professional-looking floor. Not all materials are available in this construction, but there are options that consist of real bathroom ceramic tile bonded to the interlocking base. Although some cutting is still required around fixtures, the no-glue installation, pre-cut edging pieces, and variety of tile sizes reduce much of the installation hassle.
Cleaning Bathroom Floor Tiles
gray bathroom
Tile is generally easy to maintain, requiring routine sweeping and damp mopping as needed. Some types of tile, including marble, need regular sealing to protect them from stains. Grout can be a bit more difficult to keep clean and is likely to discolor over time. Although tile is very durable, it can be cracked or chipped if something heavy is dropped on it. This damage is difficult to repair and almost always requires a professional.
Do you find yourself saying, "My bathroom smells musty" more and more these days? You're not alone! Bathrooms are, by nature, warm and humid—the perfect environment for mold and mildew to develop. But if your nose is telling you that it's more than just an average day in the average bathroom, it could be something more than shower steam.
Why is my bathroom so musty?
The amount of water used in a bathroom, especially hot water, can lead to a constantly humid environment. It can be a challenge to clear the air and keep things dry. But if you smell something musty, it's probably coming from the fungus that causes mold.
What's the deal with mold?
Mold can be sneaky. It grows behind walls and inside cabinets. It can take hold in the folds of your shower curtain or behind towels, picture frames, or mirrors. It can build up on your tile grout and on your paint, inside your light fixtures and fan, and around your faucets, toilets, and bathtub.
Not only does it smell bad, but it can also be hazardous to the health and well-being of you and your family. Exposure to mold can cause headaches, runny nose, aching sinuses, fatigue, nausea, nosebleeds, and respiratory issues. And it's not just the visible mold that's the problem. If mold is disturbed, the spores can detach and become airborne. When this happens, it can make your mold-related health issues worse, as well as spread to other areas of your home.
What can I do if my bathroom smells musty?
Take action if your bathroom smells musty. It won't get better on its own. In fact, the problem will only continue to grow and worsen. What can you do? Here are a few tips to try:
Increase ventilation – improved ventilation can help dry out your bathroom after showers and baths, helping to reduce the humidity and thwart mold growth.
Keep it clean – regular bathroom cleaning can help keep your bathroom smelling good while getting rid of the fungus that creates mold and makes it harder for mold to take hold.
Use the right products – just like it's important to wash your hands properly after using the bathroom, it's important to use the right products to keep your bathroom clean.
Squeegee shower walls – when you're done showering, squeegee the walls of the shower to remove excess water and reduce humidity.
Run the fan – when you shower or bathe, it's tempting to let the bathroom get all steamy and warm. To reduce the chance for mold to start growing, run the fan during and immediately after a bath or shower.
Call in a professional
If your bathroom smells musty, you can take all the necessary precautions to keep it dry going forward. Contact your local Mr. Rooter to investigate leaky pipes and improve ventilation. Call (855) 982-2028.
If you suspect mold, we recommend Rainbow International for mold removal and abatement services. Just like Mr. Rooter, Rainbow International is part of Neighborly's community of home service professionals. You can trust Rainbow International for all your mold removal and home restoration needs.
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Integrity Home Improvements Inc
Exceptional Team...They are very professional and do a great job of cleaning up at the end of each work-day.
A-Team Residential Remodeling
A-Team Residential Remodeling really brought their "A-game" to our kitchen and laundry room remodel. Jeff Raleigh, the owner, is extremely responsive and monitors the work closely. His team, and the subcontractors were equally professional and did quality work. I recommend A-Team Residential Remodeling without reservation
Robert A.
Remodel Works Bath & Kitchen
We used a another building contractor to manage and build the project but used RW for their K&B design expertise and ability to get a project completed in a timely manner. We had worked with Mary Jennings and John De Luca at our previous home for a bath remodel and were not disappointed in their work on this project. Our contractor was very impressed with the planning and execution of the bath and kitchen portion of the project. He really liked Jeff Aldridge our Project Manager. He commented that Jeff works at communication with his customers. He always returned phone calls in a timely manner, and other wise kept us well informed. Things come up on any project but RW personnel worked diligently to come up with good solutions. Pricing for the project was competitive for a very organized, full service design/build remodeling firm
Michael C.
Remodel Works Bath & Kitchen
Yes, I would choose Remodel Works again! After interviewing 4 different companies to design and complete my kitchen and master bathroom remodels, I selected Remodel Works. This was due to my initial meeting with the designer, their process, and their warranty. And I'm so glad I did. My new kitchen and bathroom are beautiful! My designer, John De Luca, was wonderful to work with from beginning to end. He really is a "Kitchenaire Extraordinaire" and "Bathroom Beautiful" designer who cares about good design and about the client. We worked closely on the design for my kitchen and master bathroom and he came up with designs that really met my desires and needs and matched the rest of my home. My project manager, Greg Ransweiler, did an amazing job keeping my project on track and all of the Remodel Works workmen (Aschley, Devin, Chris) and subs on the project were professional, friendly, and did outstanding work. Another thing I really liked about Remodel Works was their design/build documentation and their clear construction process. I was given a project schedule so I knew exactly who was going to show up each day, what would be done, and when payment would be due. And when there were supply or other issues, I was kept fully informed. Of course, there were some bumps along the way, but Greg was very responsive (he never failed to get back to me) and always came up with thoughtful and suitable solutions. And he didn't mind all my questions. I love my new kitchen and bathroom (as do all my family and friends) and would highly recommend Remodel Works. When I'm ready to do my other bathroom, I plan to use them again
Catherine F.
We held off on review for about four months because we do not believe you have a balanced picture of your experience immediately as the "newness factor" plays such a part. Last summer Halpert Construction remodeled our bathroom. We were immediately struck by the fact that Mark Halpert listened to us and did not try to take over the project like several of our other bidders seemed to want to. He also explained the whole process and after we hired him it worked just as he said. In fairness we agreed to purchase our own materials except for the basic construction materials (I must say he went above and beyond and purchased a number of things we expected to purchase.) He did help is with referrals to excellent sources. His bid was well within the parameters of the work he was providing and there were no hidden costs or cost overruns. His workers worked for him and were not day laborers and we were extremely pleased with all of them. The workers (and Mark) were excellent to work with and never got tired of explaining and answering our questions. They did their professional work perfectly but always consulted us when there was a design question. If we were having trouble they always gave us some perspectives. Even though we started early there were a couple of SNAFUs as to our part of the purchases--mostly because of the pandemic and the shortage of materials. They took it in stride and worked around these difficulties without complaint. They finished on time and cleaned up well. At the end of the job we did stick on a painting project and he gave us a good price and even pulled his main painter to take care of us that day. After four months we view this project as one of our best improvements on our house and are amazed every day when we use the shower and bathroom. We could wholeheartedly recommend Halpert Construction for any household project--large or small
Diana B.
Stellar Home Improvements
Michael was great the entire project. He was great with communication the entire process. He always had multiple solutions to any issues that came up and allowed me to make the best decision based on what I wanted. I never felt he was trying to increase cost with change orders. We actually came in a little below budget and it the bathroom came out better than I anticipated. We are still getting complements on the remodel. Michael is a very skilled tradesman and took great pride to make sure the bathroom came out the way we envisioned
Fernando C.
Remodel Works Bath & Kitchen
From the first meeting with Matt our Designer to the professionalism by our Project manager Jeff and all of the workers we couldn't be happier. They were on time and on the budget that was agreed on. From the demolition crew, drywall person, flooring guys led by Eduardo, electrician, cabinet maker and installers, countertop fabrication and installation, and appliance installation they were all top notch and went out of their way to make sure the job was done perfectly. Remodel Works is highly recommended
Michael S.
Jose and his team are amazing. They were fast, efficient and did an exceptional job. They answered all of our questions and adapted to last minute changes we made. I would recommend Rivas Construction to anyone.
michael m.
Coastal Designs Inc. is awesome! We just finished a complete remodel of our master bathroom and a facelift on our second upstairs bathroom. It was completed 2 weeks ahead of schedule. Drew took my inspiration picture and made it happen and it came out better than I could even imagine. His crews were professional, respectful and on time and their work was meticulous. All the products used were high quality and the workmanship impeccable. Drew even had a cleaning crew every Friday to keep the construction dust to a minimum. Drew kept us informed on the daily schedule and progress and was great about any communication. He completely took the stress out of having a remodel. We are so happy with our new bathrooms and it was such a great process. Drew over delivered
Suzi D.
We had the pleasure of using Drew & Coastal Designs for a kitchen and master bathroom remodel. The job was completed two weeks earlier than scheduled (amazing given today's supply chain and labor woes). We are thrilled with both the end product and the fact that the process was as painless as a remodel can be. For example: Drew was very transparent and provided a comprehensive, 20+ page proposal that detailed each aspect of the remodel so there was no misunderstanding of the work to be performed. What is impressive is the quality of the work; his concern was that we don't have problems 10 years down the road. Drew only takes on a limited number of jobs at a time and provides his full attention to those jobs and is not spread too thin. He was onsite every day, and we met every morning to go through the work to be done and decisions to be made that day. He was always reachable by phone/text and usually responded to messages immediately. We liked that we could provide as much or as little input as we wanted. Where we did have specific requests, he LISTENED but would also (politely) tell us when our ideas were way out there/cause for concern. We valued Drew's input and professional expertise whereas we did not feel that the other contractors we interviewed would warn us of a bad idea. His team was very clean (and all were very nice) and he would send a cleaning person at the end of each work week so that the house was tidy for the weekend. Thus, we lived at home during the remodel without any problems. We obtained several quotes from other contractors as well, and while Coastal Designs was not the lowest quote, what gave us the most comfort was that Drew wanted the product to be done right (versus as fast as possible). Drew takes pride in his work and prioritizes quality over expediency. Most importantly, Drew is as nice and as honest as can be and was a pleasure to work with. We truly enjoyed working with Drew
David S.
Home Remodeling Contractors in La Mesa
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IHI is an experienced, qualified and professional custom home renovation and remodeling company in San Diego. Since Integrity Home Improvements is a licensed, bonded and insured contractor, with years of experience in home renovation and satisfaction in many facets of residential construction and remodeling, you can rest assured that your next remodeling project is in good hands. IHI has the expertise and resources required to guide you through your next home remodeling task. In addition, ..
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Lyvayko Bathroom Systems is a general B licensed company serving San Diego, Riverside and Orange counties with an extensive experience in bathroom and kitchen remodeling. We are also the largest distributor of Styrofoam building panels – XPS tile backer waterproofing systems. And the only manufacturer of freestanding showers in United States. Our innovative freestanding showers step up the traditional room arrangements and provide an exclusive design to express individuality. We are dedicat..
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Parthenon Builders is a general construction company that specializes in all types of home remodeling. We have 25 years of experience in residential/commercial construction and our employees are well trained to complete your project on time and with exceptional quality. Our services are not limited. Kitchen remodels, bathroom remodels, additions, gates, and fencing. Energy efficient doors and window
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One Week Bath is an independent bathroom remodeling company serving Southern California. Since we launched in 2000, we have completed thousands of beautiful bathroom remodels in Los Angeles, Ventura and Orange County. Our mission is to eliminate the risk & stress of bathroom remodeling, making overall customer experience & beautiful design the priority. With One Week Bath, high quality doesn't have to take forever; our typical remodels are completed in just one week. License Number - 784036
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Bathroom & Kitchen Remodels, Framing/Carpentry, Drywall, Painting, Tile & Grout, Floors, Electrical, Demolition. We are a local family-owned business in San Diego. We have been in the construction for over 5 years. We take pride in our work and take care off all details
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Creative Innovation Developers is a licensed insured and bonded construction company specializes in construction and remodeling of residential and commercial services in terms of new construction, room additions, general home remodeling, kitchen and bathroom remodeling, innovative and modern design solutions, architectural and engineering plans, site analysis, permit and zoning applications. we always go above and beyond to deliver the best service to our clients by exceeding their expectati..
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Hauser Construction is a residential design/build firm that specializes in the revitalization of aging homes—building experience, care, trust, accountability and technology innovation into every project. At Hauser Construction our design/build process ensures the smooth progression of your project from one phase to the next and virtually eliminates unanticipated costs and delays. Poor communication and coordination resulting in missed deadlines and unforeseen expenses are not uncommon with th..
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At Superior Kitchen & Bath, we believe that the two most important parts to a home are the kitchen and the bathrooms. These rooms give the house its personality and character. This is why we strive to deliver the highest quality craftsmanship and service on all of our kitchen and bath projects. We are a full service remodeling company that will complete your project from the floor to the ceiling. Our services include, but are not limited to complete project design, demolition, framing, electr..
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Remodel Works Bath and Kitchen is proud to be San Diego's premier bath and kitchen remodeling contractor. We are a design build remodeling company with a team of experienced, award winning designers, project managers, and craftsmen who strive to create your home space according to your specifications. From start to finish, with a detailed installation schedule, we coordinate every aspect of your home remodel, providing outstanding customer service and quality workmanship along the way, GUARAN..
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Our goal at Elements Design & Remodel is to make your home a haven. We work with you to create custom design solutions that are personalized for your individual needs, taste, and style. Yes, we will share our portfolio with you so that you can see our quality, craftsmanship, and completed design but we approach your project from square one designing a remodel that is unique to you
Deals in La Mesa for Home Remodeling
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Dream Cabinets By Stan
3025 Oleander Ave
San Marcos
,
California
(Lefty's) Tile Done Right
744 Chaparral
Escondido
,
California
180 Remodel + Design
812 Via Barquero
San Marcos
,
California
1992
1272 Pequeno Pl
Escondido
,
California
24/7 Handyman Service
P.O Box 16125
San Diego
,
California
3rd Generation Tile Services
PO Box 432239
San Diego
,
California
3sixty innovation inc
3555 ROSECRANS ST
San Diego
,
California
5 DAY REMODEL INC
7703 CONVOY CT
San Diego
,
California
911 Restoration of San Diego
4174 Sorrento Valley Blvd
Ste H San Diego
,
California
A
A - 1 Plumbing Sewer & Drain Experts
616 Emerald Ave.
El Cajon
,
California
A Craftsman inc.
716 carmel cir
Vista
,
California
A CUT ABOVE THE REST CONSTRUCTION INC
400 Greenfield Dr
El Cajon
,
California
A design
3505 trieste drive
Carlsbad
,
California
A Galvan Development, Inc.
12997 Lehigh Ct.
Victorville
,
California
A Revitalized Bath And Kitchen
8632 La Mesa Blvd.
La Mesa
,
California
A Specialty Construction Service
410 S 1st St
#170 El Cajon
,
California
A&D Construction Services
A&P Plumbing
10795 Penara St
San Diego
,
California
A-1 TILE
604 CORONA CT
Vista
,
California
A-Team Residential Remodeling
9965 Pandora Dr
La Mesa
,
California
A.H.INC.
4570 Alvarado Canyon Road
G San Diego
,
California
A/G General Contracting and Painting INC.
PO BOX 2353
Chula Vista
,
California
A1 Complete Home Improvement
P.O. BOX 4214
El Cajon
,
California
A1 Premier Contractor Inc.
8810 Troy Street, Suite A
Spring Valley
,
California
AA Prestige Stone Inc
1222 Keystone Way
Vista
,
California
AAA Bathtub Refinishers
4167 Texas St
San Diego
,
California
AAA Home Design
24543 Corte Descanso
Murrieta
,
California
AAA Joe's Best Plumbing
2933 Ingelow St.
San Diego
,
California
AAA Plumbing & Drain Service
PO Box 252
Ramona
,
California
AARK Environmental Construction
PO BOX 355
Oceanside
,
California
ABM Construction
549 W 5th Ave
Escondido
,
California
ABSOLUTE CONSTRUCTION
8400 MAGNOLIA AVE
STE D Santee
,
California
Absolute Electric
1420 L Ave
National City
,
California
AC Wood Furniture LLC
8662 Avenida de la Fuente
Ste 5 San Diego
,
California
AC/DC Electric Group Inc
591 Telegraph Canyon Rd
# 901 Chula Vista
,
California
Accurate and Precise Contracting
415 Laurel Street #118
San Diego
,
California
Accurate Builders
Ace Hauling Junk Removal & Demolition
PO Box 460
Carlsbad
,
California
Acuterra Engineering & Construction Services
770 Sycamore Ave
Ste 122-448 Vista
,
California
ADB Room Additions
8057 Raytheon Road, Suite 7
San Diego
,
California
Adolfo construction
204 Cananea St
Vista
,
California
ADRIAN WOODWORKS
8680 Miralani Dr
104 San Diego
,
California
Advanced Building and Construction
7920 Miramar Rd
San Diego
,
California
advanced building and contracting
107 e.olympia st.
Chula Vista
,
California
Advanced Contracting Services Inc
4705 New Horizon Blvd #3
Bakersfield
,
California
Advanced Development
7877 Girard Ave
La Jolla
,
California
Advanced Home Services
15646 Davis Cup Ln
Ramona
,
California
Advice 2 Build
10481 Del Rio Rd
Spring Valley
,
California
Aging-In-Place Remodeling
620 Venture Street Ste B
Escondido
,
California
Aiello's Construction & Remodel
2018 Front Street
San Diego
,
California
AJ Mohre
P.O. Box 21001
El Cajon
,
California
Akamai Plumbing and Remodel
5173 Waring Rd
# 85 San Diego
,
California
Alamir Construction
17985 SAPONI CT
San Diego
,
California
alex hot mop
3405 S Lowell St
Santa Ana
,
California
ALEX KITCHEN REMODELS
3938 Via de la Bandola
San Ysidro
,
California
Alexander Construction
207 Alta Mesa Dr
Vista
,
California
ALL COAST RESTORATION RESOURCES
4026 Helix St
Spring Valley
,
California
All Current Electric
3426 Tumbleweed Ave
Boise
,
Idaho
All Phases and Trades Construction Corp
1211 Maryland Pl
San Diego
,
California
All Star Construction
PO Box 77575
Corona
,
California
All Tech Svc Elite
PO Box 1359
Chula Vista
,
California
All Trades Contracting
1021 Reed Avenue
San Diego
,
California
Allen Remodel
2464 South Santa Fe Ave Suite A
Vista
,
California
Allied Contracting
5173 Waring Rd
Ste 113 San Diego
,
California
ALLIN HANDYMAN
788 La Huerta Way
San Diego
,
California
Alpha Handyman
PO Box 531516
San Diego
,
California
Alvarez Tile & Stone
10961 Gayola Ln
Lakeside
,
California
AM Remodeling Services
7561 Roosevelt Ave
Lemon Grove
,
California
Ameribild Contracting Corp
40335 Winchester Rd
Temecula
,
California
America's Finest Remodeling
180 Mace Street
Chula Vista
,
California
America's Finest Remodeling
180 Mace Street Ste A09
San Diego
,
California
AMERICAN CLASSIC PLUMBING
1215 S Buena Vista St
San Jacinto
,
California
American Eagle Construction
2519 El Cajon Blvd
San Diego
,
California
American Eagle Construction & Water Damage Restora
479 E San Ramon Ave
Fresno
,
California
American Home Remodeling Inc
4375 Prado Rd
Ste 108 Corona
,
California
American Plumbing Group
4401 Twain Ave
Suite 1 San Diego
,
California
American Quality Remodeling
7710 Balboa Ave
suite 308 San Diego
,
California
American Tubs
17940 Ajax Cir
City Of Industry
,
California
American Vision Baths
7950 Miramar Rd
San Diego
,
California
Ameriserve Repiping
16837 Parthenia St
Northridge
,
California
AML Leon Construction
1313 Simpson Way
Ste G Escondido
,
California
Anderson Design Kitchen & Bathroom Remodel
3755 Avocado Blvd
Suite # 225 La Mesa
,
California
Anderson's Finish Carpentry
11225 Beeler Cyn. Rd.
Poway
,
California
Andy's Carpentry And Remodel
5154 Savannah Street
San Diego
,
California
ANGELA J PARNELL GENERAL CONTRACTOR
3841 4TH AVE
STE 130 San Diego
,
California
Angelo's Furniture Refinishing & Repair
11355 Santa Maria Ave
Lakeside
,
California
ANGIUS CUSTOM TILE AND MARBLE
APE CONSTRUCTION CO
1948 CANTAMAR RD
San Diego
,
California
APR Construction, Inc.
3916 Murray Hill Rd
La Mesa
,
California
Aqua Pro Plumbing, Inc.
PO Box 736
Bonita
,
California
Arcbazar Inc
114 Western Ave
Allston
,
Massachusetts
Arledge Design Build - General Contractor
8898 Clairemont Mesa Blvd.
Suite N San Diego
,
California
Armstrong Builders, Inc.
755 Turquoise St.
. San Diego
,
California
Arnzen Tile and Stone
5663 Balboa Ave
# 266 San Diego
,
California
Art Marble & Tile
870 Rancheros Dr
San Marcos
,
California
Art Roofing & Plumbing
PoBox 1291
National City
,
California
Artistic Design and Remodeling
2244 Faraday Avenue
#114 Carlsbad
,
California
Artistic Solutions
2101 Alfalfadale Rd
Perris
,
California
ARW Construction
4633 Castelar St
San Diego
,
California
Arya Electric
PO BOX 9604
Newport Beach
,
California
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Vinyl siding installation should be left to the pros unless you're confident that you have adequate carpentry skills and experience. The upside of doing the project yourself is that you can cut the cost of installation to almost half of what you will likely shell out to hire a contractor. The installation of vinyl siding itself is not that hard, but it does require proper planning as well as precise measurements, calculations, cuts and leveling to ensure that the panels fit your wall perfectly.
The steps for vinyl siding installation below assume that you have completed installing the panels for the soffit, which is the underside of the roof overhang, and the fascia, which is the horizontal band along the bottom of the roof. For this project, you will need the following tools:
Power saw Hammer Tin snips Utility knife Tape measure Chalk line Level Ladder
Apart from vinyl siding panels, the other needed materials are:
Starter strips J-trims Corner moldings Utility trims Drip caps Housewrap and A lot of nails, preferably those with wider heads Plywood
Keep in mind that even many pros prefer not to take this job on alone. Have one or two friends help you. Once you have all tools and materials listed above, you're ready to take on this vinyl siding installation DIY.
Step Remove Obstacles
Clear the wall of anything that will get in the way of the vinyl siding such as exterior lamps, retractable clothesline spools, address plates or old vinyl sidings. Plan the disposal of your old siding properly. Don't mess with utility fixtures or the electric meter. You need to work around them.
Take Measurements
Measure from the eave down to the bottom where you'll nail the starter strip. Most vinyl sidings are 12 feet long and eight inches wide. This means that if the distance between the eave and the bottom is divisible by eight inches, you can connect your top panel directly to the J-trim. Most of the time, however, you will have to modify your last top panel and use a utility trim to install this final piece.
Find Your Level Points
Find the level points at the bottom for the starter strip and mark them with the chalk line. Try to be as precise as possible with the level points. This will make the job easier as you start installing the vinyl siding.
Attach the Starter Strip and Vertical Trims
Align the starter strip carefully along the chalk line and nail it firmly to the wall. Nail 3 ½ inch by ½ inch plywood pieces along the top of the starter strip to make it sturdier and help it hold up the vinyl siding panels. Next, attach the vertical trims, including the corner posts and end channels. You may also attach the trims around the windows and doors at this point.
Cut the Vinyl Sidings According to Length
Measure the distance between the vertical end posts and cut the vinyl panels according to length for each row. Allow for a ¼ inch distance between the end of the siding and the corner post. Increase the distance to ⅜ inch in areas where the temperatures go as low as 40 degrees Fahrenheit. Vinyl siding expands and contracts along with temperature fluctuations. The gap will prevent damage to the siding.
Install the Vinyl Sidings
Sheath the first few feet above the starter strip with the insulation or moisture protection material, and then snap and lock the first vinyl siding row on the starter strip. Nail the panels every maximum of 16 inches on the framing studs or furring on the wall. It is important to remember not to nail the vinyl sidings tightly against the wall and position the nail at the center of the slot; leave a 1/32 inch gap between the nail head and the vinyl siding. You've installed each panel correctly if the siding can freely move from side to side. When you need to overlap panels to span a gap between posts, make sure that the panels overlap by about an inch. Work your way up around the wall cutting around doors, windows and lamps using the tin snip.
Finish Up
As you reach the soffit on the eaves, measure the width that you need for the last piece in several locations and modify the vinyl siding panel according to the measurements. Install a J-channel. Make tabs on the cut edge of the panel every six inches using a snap lock punch. Install a utility trim into the J-channel. Lock in the last panel that you have modified on the last row and snap it into the utility trim on top of the wall.
Trying to work out what a bathroom renovation costs? You are not alone. Price is one of the biggest factors in any home modernisation project.
The great news is that there is no reason why bathroom renovation costs need to get out of control. There are plenty of ways to get your dream bathroom without spending a fortune and if you are trying to achieve a new bathroom on a budget you are in exactly the right place.
Our bathroom renovation cost guide breaks down each element of bathroom design so that you can see what is involved and how much it will set you back.
The cost of your bathroom renovation will depend on a number of factors, including:
The size of your bathroom
The amount of renovation work needed
The quality of finish you want
The spec of materials you choose
How much DIY you are willing to take on
The plumbing system you already have in place
Whether or not you will require a new boiler
Even with these variables to bear in mind, it is still possible to give an estimate of the kind if bathroom renovation costs you can expect.
A basic new bathroom suite could start from as little as around £250. But this is just the start. You also need to factor in installation, tiling, heating, lighting and bathroom furniture.
According to Victoria Plum, the average cost of installing a new bathroom in the UK is £6,500. However, depending on the amount of work you are happy to do yourself, this could come much lower. Equally, larger spaces, those that need more renovation work and those that are using luxury products will see prices range from £7,000 - £15,000+.
These costs don't just include fitting new sanitaryware. They are also based on the installation of heating in the form of heated towel rails or underfloor heating, lighting, plastering and decoration, extraction units, furniture and shower trays and tiling too.
How Much Does it Cost to Fit a Bathroom?
When working out your bathroom renovation cost it is important to factor in fitting costs. Don't forget labour costs, tiles, heated towel warmers, lighting and frames for baths to be built in to.
As a starting point, a plumber should be able to carry out a simply like-for-like bathroom retrofit in two or three days, as well as removing the old one — this would cost around £1,000.
Bathroom renovation costs very much depend on the specification you go for. The York Double-Ended Bath from Bathroom Mountain costs £149.99.(Image credit: Bathroom Moutain)
How Much Does Bathroom Tiling Cost?
Kromatika Bleu Clair Tiles from Tile Mountain are made from porcelain with a matt finish and cost £39.95/m².(Image credit: Tile Mountain)
Prices to tile a bathroom fall at around £85/m². However, these prices will vary depending on the tiles you have chosen and the size of your bathroom.
Your bathroom flooring has to look good, suit your chosen fittings but also most importantly has to stand up to water, humidity and be slip resistant.
The types of materials you choose will also affect the cost - you can choose from vinyl, ceramic, stone, engineered wood and even concrete.
How Long Does it Take to Tile a Bathroom?
It is hard to pinpoint how long it takes to tile a bathroom, but the average is somewhere between one and five days. This will depend on how much of the room you are having tiled and the size of the room, as well as the tiles you have chosen.
How Much does a Bath Cost?
Low end: from £80
Average cost: from around £300 to £700
Top end: Anywhere between £800 and £3,000
Remember:
A standard bath size is 700 x 1700mm and this what most high street manufacturers will sell.
If you buy a bathroom suite it's worth remembering that baths tubs tend not to be included (usually this only includes the WC and basin) so a bath is likely to be something you will need to buy separately.
The cost of a bath will depends on the material it is made from and whether it is a standard size or a more unusual size.
The very cheapest baths are usually made fromthin acrylic and come ready to be built in to a frame, which can then be tiled or finished with a purpose-made bath panel which you will have to buy separately.
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Cheap acrylic baths cost from around £80, but can be flimsy and easily crack, so do give them a thorough check before buying.
The Highbury Slipper Bath With Claw Feet from Bathroom Mountain costs £399.99.(Image credit: Bathroom Mountain)
Not all acrylics baths are cheap though and those made from thicker, fibreglass-reinforced acrylic are of a much better quality. Acrylic also keeps the water warm for longer than steel.
Steel baths are perfect for those on a budget who want durability without the hefty price tag. They tend to be more hardwearing than very low-cost acrylic baths and often cost little, if any, more — starting from around £120.
Once you start looking at cast iron, timber, composite and stone, the prices rocket. However, if you want to make a statement in the bathroom this is the way to go. Prices for these baths start from around £600, but can reach prices of up to £3,000.
How Much Does a New Shower Cost?
Low end: £50
Average cost: £60 – £500
Top end: £500 – £2,000+
If you want to know how to choose a shower, then first look to electric showers. These are the cheapest option and are ideal for those looking to carry out a quick, low cost bathroom update.
Electric showers have a connection to just the mains cold water supply and heat water on demand. This means that they struggle to reach the level of power provided by power showers and those using stored hot water, although choosing one with a higher kilowatt rating will help.
On the plus side, they are economic to run, installation is straightforward and they start at around £50.
Bath/shower mixers are another good option for those looking to keep their bathroom renovation costs low, with prices from £50.
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The Absolute Titan Multi-Function Shower Head by Swadling Brassware is available from Matki. It has three spray settings and can be angled conveniently with the lever.(Image credit: Matki)
The shower hose and head are combined with the bath mixer tap and this is how the temperature is adjusted. They are easy and cheap to fit, but the pressure can be lacking and getting the water temperature right can be fiddly.
A manual shower mixer (from £60) has the hose and spray coming out from a wall unit, with a temperature control to adjust the temperature.
Thermostatic mixers are similar to manual mixers but have a built-in thermostat that automatically adjusts the water temperature (but not the pressure) if a tap elsewhere in the house is being used. They start at £125.
Power showers start at £150 and are connected to an integral pump to boost flow rate. However, they are not compatible with combi boilers as they need a supply from both a cold water cistern and a hot water cylinder.
These are just the basic shower types. Digital showers, shower towers, columns and cabins all offer a luxury showering experience, with a multitude of sprays and jets — at a cost of course, from £250 upwards.
Shower Enclosure Prices
Low end: from £100
Average cost: £120 – £300
Top end: £550+
Acquabella's Tempo Arabba shower tray in white shown with Arabba wall panels in white. £650.(Image credit: Acquabella)
If you are in the process of shopping for shower enclosures you will have already realised that shower enclosure prices very much depend on configuration and materials.
Basic shower enclosures featuring one glass side panel and a door, or a quadrant enclosure with double doors, can cost as little as £100.
GoodHome 'Ladoga' bathroom range from B&Q starts from £60.(Image credit: B&Q)
Don't forget, however, that you still need to factor in the cost of a shower tray, which will cost from £60 at the lowest end.
A complete 'wet room' style enclosure, complete with walk-in tray and frameless shower screen will cost from £550. A frameless fixed enclosure, with no door, will start at around £200.
Wet room kits can also be purchased. These come complete with everything you need to form a platform, drainage and waterproofing equipment (but excluding tiles) — they cost around £500-£600.
How Much Does a Basin Cost?
Low end: from £50
Average cost: £60 – £150
Top end: £300+
These stylish pink twin basins are from Norsu Interiors and look great combined with the brass taps.(Image credit: Norsu Interiors)
From as little as £50 you can pick up a ceramic pedestal basins.These are also convenient in that all pipework can easily be concealed behind the pedestal.
If you are after a more contemporary basin, consider a semi-pedestal or wall-hung basin. These basis cost from around £60. Remember that a wall hung basin will require a stud wall to be constructed from which to hang it and conceal the pipework.
Basins designed to sit in or on top of a vanity unit (including freestanding basins and semi-recessed models as shown above) allow for useful storage beneath. These basins cost from £90, but remember to factor in the cost of the unit they sit on or in, too.
While most basins are ceramic, glass, metal and stone are all options but cost more. The most common basin size is 550mm x 400mm.
How Much Does a Toilet Cost?
Low end: From £50
Average cost: £200 – £400
Top end: £500
Floor-mounted, low-level WCs cost from £50. Traditional-style high-level toilets are another option, as are more modern-looking wall-mounted WCs — here the cistern and pipework is typically concealed within a frame in a studwall.
GoodHome Cavally Close-coupled Rimless Toilet with Soft close Seat. £99 from B&Q.(Image credit: B&Q)
Bathroom Tap Prices Explained
The very cheapest type of bathroom taps are pillar taps (taps with a separate tap for hot and for cold). They cost from £30 per pair.
Mixer taps that have separate controls for hot and cold flow tend to be next up the scale, from around £45, with monobloc mixers (where flow and temperature are both controlled from one lever) usually at the top, from £50 up to the low £100s.
These Cherwell Traditional Basin Taps are made from solid brass with hand polished chrome finish and are from Bathroom Mountain. £34.99.(Image credit: Bathroom Mountain)
Your choice of sanitaryware will affect which taps you can have. Counter-top, bowl-style basins, for example, will require wall-mounted taps or those set into a vanity unit, while freestanding baths will need wall- or floor-mounted taps.
These can be more costly than simple mixer taps located on the bath or basin, both to buy and fit.
In addition to the obvious bathroom renovation costs, such as basin and toilet, don't forget to figure in extras such as:
An extractor fan
Bathroom flooring
Underfloor heating
Towel warmers
Plastering
Removing an old bathroom suite
Tile adhesive and grout
Lighting
Decoration
Floor reinforcement where nesessary
Bathroom cabinets
Natasha is Homebuilding & Renovating's Associate Editor and has been a member of the team for over two decades. An experienced journalist and renovation expert, she has written for a number of homes titles. She has renovated a terrace and is at the end of the DIY renovation and extension of her Edwardian cottage. She is now looking for her next project.
