How to remove carpet and install tile

But even though there are a wide variety of fashionable designs and colors available in vinyl, we were concerned about the long-term durability of these options, so we decided to go with a harder surface. Next, we looked into natural stone tiles, which are extremely durable and stand up well to foot traffic.

The natural stone, which offered appealing color variations and a lovely appearance, was also pretty pricey.

Also, due to the fact that we were dealing with a small area, the natural stone seemed to overwhelm the space. Ultimately we decided against it. For a lower price, we were able to achieve a similar natural look with ceramic tile. Ceramic tile boasts superior durability and a sophisticated look. At the same time, maintenance is a breeze. A quick sweep gets rid of the surface dirt and dust, while an occasional damp mop will eliminate tracked-in mud.

We chose ceramic tile with a faux marble design in a neutral grayish hue to simulate the look of natural stone. Installation was fairly simple, since we were installing the ceramic tile over a concrete floor. We thoroughly cleaned the concrete and then put down a layer of leveling compound.

Once that dried, we measured to find the center of the floor and snapped chalk lines. Next we did a rough layout on the tiles and shifted the center line slightly to minimize cutting along the edges. We re-did our chalk lines and started placing the tile working from the center out to the walls.

Between the tiles, we placed small plastic spacers to make sure the lines were straight and the tiles were evenly placed. Once the tile had set and cured, we accented it with a pearly gray grout. We now have a much more attractive, durable and easy-care floor covering in our entry hall—and we no longer have to buy stock in a doormat company.

But you realize that ripping up carpets is never as simple a process as it first appears.. Make sure the seams of the carpet are flush with the edges of the wall.

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And i did most of the installation by myself no hubby needed! Install carpet tiles from several boxes at one time to ensure a good color and shade mix.