Service Area
Tile Installation in Edgewater, CO
Edgewater's compact lots and pre-war bungalows along 25th Avenue present some of the most character-rich renovation work in the Denver metro. Original hardwood subfloors are common here, which requires careful underlayment planning before any tile can go down.
Our Focus in Edgewater
Edgewater homes built before 1950 almost universally have wood subfloors. Tile on wood requires an intermediate layer, either cement board screwed into the joists at close intervals, or an uncoupling membrane like Schluter Ditra. Both approaches work, but the choice depends on floor height constraints and the amount of existing deflection in the joist system. In Edgewater's smaller bungalows, floor height is often a real constraint because the finished floor meets doorways, cabinets, and transitions that cannot move easily.
We measure the deflection first, check the joist span, and then recommend the right underlayment approach before quoting the tile work. It is a step that adds time to the estimate conversation but prevents a reinstall two years later.
Services in Edgewater
Bathroom & Shower Tile
Original bathroom tile removal with wood subfloor protection, then proper underlayment and new tile installation.
Kitchen Backsplash & Floor
Backsplash updates and floor tile in Edgewater's galley and open-plan kitchens, with attention to height transitions.
Natural Stone & Marble
Stone and marble installation in Edgewater's renovated bungalows and newer infill builds near Sloan's Lake.
Edgewater Questions
My Edgewater bungalow has original wood floors. Can I put tile in the kitchen or bathroom?
Yes, but the wood subfloor needs to be properly prepared. We typically install cement board over the wood, screwed at 6-inch intervals in the field and 4-inch intervals at edges, then embed the cement board joints in thinset and tape before tiling. If floor height is a constraint, an uncoupling membrane is thinner and can be a better fit. We assess which approach works for your specific floor during the walkthrough.
Is parking available for your crew in Edgewater's compact neighborhoods?
Edgewater's older grid streets have standard parallel parking, and we have not had significant issues. If you have a driveway, we can use that for our vehicle. We bring tools and materials in as needed rather than blocking a lane. We confirm parking logistics before the job starts.
Can you match the grout color to existing tile in my Edgewater home?
Matching grout color to existing installation is possible, but an exact match is not always achievable because existing grout has aged and the new grout will look brighter initially. We can get close using color charts and sample tests. If you are retiling a full room, matching becomes less of a concern since everything will be new.
Do you handle removal of original 1940s floor tile in Edgewater homes?
Yes. Original vinyl tile from the 1940s and 1950s may contain asbestos. If the tile appears to be original and is in that era, we will flag it before starting removal. Testing and abatement, if required, would need to be handled by a licensed abatement contractor before we proceed. We can point you toward the right resources.