LuDean's Tile

LuDean's basement has flooded 3 times in the past little while (sewage came up the toilet and ran out the hall a little ways).  They've replaced the carpet and vinyl a couple times, but decided they should put tile in the hallway so if it happens again they could just wipe it clean instead of replace the material.  Tile is more durable and waterproof.  Since Steve has had some practice laying tile, they asked if he'd be willing to do it.

So over the 4th of July, I had both that Tuesday and Monday off, so Steve took the opportunity to go over and work on the tile.  He made good time and finished it in a couple days.  Steve said he feels like he finally has a process he likes to use when tiling, so he's not only efficient by accurate.  He does good work.

Steve ripped out what was there before, then cleaned the floor and got it ready.

Cement floor, and starting to tile.

Moving right along.

Around the door frames.

And over to the utility closet.

Steve then cut the tile like a pro and gave it the proper angle.

All done, now on to the grout.

All done!  Looks awesome!

Notice the detail cuts around the door frame.  It takes not only patience but precision.

                          Steve even pulled back the carpet around the tile, rolled it under, and tacked it down.

Great job Steve