Tiling provides a durable finish for floors and walls using materials such as ceramic, porcelain, homogeneous, mosaic, marble, granite and other natural or engineered stone.
Good tile installation requires proper surface preparation, accurate layout planning and suitable materials.
What Are Tiling Services?
Tiling services can include:
- Tile installation
- Tile replacement
- Tile repair
- Tile overlay
- Grouting and regrouting
- Waterproofing
- Cement screeding
- Marble installation
- Marble polishing
- Tile chemical cleaning
Tile Installation
Tile installation involves laying new tiles on a properly prepared floor or wall.
Tiles are commonly installed in:
- Living rooms
- Dining rooms
- Kitchens
- Bedrooms
- Bathrooms
- Balconies
- Service yards
- Offices
- Shops
- Restaurants
- Hotels
Kitchen Tiling
Kitchen floors and walls require durable finishes that are easy to maintain.
Living Room and Bedroom Flooring
Tiles are also commonly used in larger living spaces because they are durable and relatively easy to maintain.
Balcony Tiling
Outdoor or semi-outdoor tile selection should consider water exposure and slip resistance.
Commercial Tiling
Joydom also provides flooring solutions for offices, shops and other commercial premises.
Tile Replacement
Damaged, loose or worn tiles can be removed together with the affected cement bed before replacement.
Tile Repair
Common problems include:
- Popped-up tiles
- Loose tiles
- Hollow tiles
- Cracked tiles
- Broken tiles
Tile Overlay
Tile overlay involves installing new tiles directly over the existing tiled surface without hacking.
This can reduce cost and disruption but is only suitable where the existing tiled surface remains secure.
Grouting and Regrouting
Grout fills the joints between tiles and helps reduce moisture and dirt entering the gaps.
Waterproofing
Waterproofing is commonly required in:
- Bathrooms
- Balconies
- Wet kitchens
- Commercial wet areas
Marble Installation and Polishing
Marble installation requires accurate cutting, alignment and finishing.
Marble polishing can restore shine and reduce the appearance of scratches and stains.
Common Tile Problems in Singapore
- Popped-up tiles
- Hollow tiles
- Cracked tiles
- Loose or missing grout
- Uneven tiles
Typical Tiling Process
- Site inspection
- Quotation
- Tile selection
- Surface preparation
- Tile installation
- Grouting
- Final inspection