Frequently Asked Questions
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Q: Where can I find tile pattern ideas?
A: Dal-Tile offers a great .pdf of tile patterns here.
Q: What else can Bolder Tile Installation do?A: Bolder Tile is not limited to installing ceramic, porcelain, and stone tile. We also install BRICK/ PAVER patios and walkways, and STONE VENEER exterior facades and interior walls and fireplaces. At your request, we will even create custom accents such as the State of NH shown below!
Q: Does Bolder Tile install other flooring types?
A: No. Tile consumers generally have a taste for quality and craft which is why they are willing to make the investment for ceramic or marble. Consumers of tile and stone deserve competent craftsmen dedicated to one material.
Q: What constitutes a 'custom' shower?
A: All showers are essentially custom in the TILE industry because none of the materials used (ie. backerboard, membrane, and tile itself) can be installed without being cut. Some showers do have more area, wall angles, or character details which make them more 'custom' than others.
Q: What is a 'EuroShower'?
A: A Euroshower is a shower with no walls or curb to contain the water. Such a shower requires that the whole bathroom be treated as the shower; meaning the entire floor must be properly pitched to a drain and waterproofed.
Q: Can Bolder Tile create a HANDICAPPED ACCESSIBLE shower?
A: Certainly. In two ways. One method is simply a Euroshower (see previous question). The other, for various reasons we create utilizing a ramp rather than a typical shower curb. In both cases it is often advantageous to frame the floor to a sunken level surrounding the drain.
Q: Is Epoxy Grout really worth the investment?
A: Epoxy is very sanitary. It is non porous and will not harbor bacteria or moisture which result in mold. It never needs to be sealed and won't discolor when wet. Epoxy is highly recommended in showers, high traffic areas, and where a light colored grout is specified. We prefer Latictere Spectralock Epoxy
Q: How does TEC XT grout compare to it's competitors?
A: TEC XT is a presealed cement based grout designed to resist typical household chemical stains and usage. It's stain resistance mimics that of sealed traditional grout without the hassle and is much more economical in larger areas than epoxy.
Any brand of cement grout can be made to perform like the TEC XT by simply adding GROUT BOOST in lieu of water for about $0.50/ft.
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A: Dal-Tile offers a great .pdf of tile patterns here.
Q: What else can Bolder Tile Installation do?A: Bolder Tile is not limited to installing ceramic, porcelain, and stone tile. We also install BRICK/ PAVER patios and walkways, and STONE VENEER exterior facades and interior walls and fireplaces. At your request, we will even create custom accents such as the State of NH shown below!
Q: Does Bolder Tile install other flooring types?
A: No. Tile consumers generally have a taste for quality and craft which is why they are willing to make the investment for ceramic or marble. Consumers of tile and stone deserve competent craftsmen dedicated to one material.
Q: What constitutes a 'custom' shower?
A: All showers are essentially custom in the TILE industry because none of the materials used (ie. backerboard, membrane, and tile itself) can be installed without being cut. Some showers do have more area, wall angles, or character details which make them more 'custom' than others.
Q: What is a 'EuroShower'?
A: A Euroshower is a shower with no walls or curb to contain the water. Such a shower requires that the whole bathroom be treated as the shower; meaning the entire floor must be properly pitched to a drain and waterproofed.
Q: Can Bolder Tile create a HANDICAPPED ACCESSIBLE shower?
A: Certainly. In two ways. One method is simply a Euroshower (see previous question). The other, for various reasons we create utilizing a ramp rather than a typical shower curb. In both cases it is often advantageous to frame the floor to a sunken level surrounding the drain.
Q: Is Epoxy Grout really worth the investment?
A: Epoxy is very sanitary. It is non porous and will not harbor bacteria or moisture which result in mold. It never needs to be sealed and won't discolor when wet. Epoxy is highly recommended in showers, high traffic areas, and where a light colored grout is specified. We prefer Latictere Spectralock Epoxy
Q: How does TEC XT grout compare to it's competitors?
A: TEC XT is a presealed cement based grout designed to resist typical household chemical stains and usage. It's stain resistance mimics that of sealed traditional grout without the hassle and is much more economical in larger areas than epoxy.
Any brand of cement grout can be made to perform like the TEC XT by simply adding GROUT BOOST in lieu of water for about $0.50/ft.
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Q: What is your opinion of the Schluter Shower Kit?
A: It is a well designed system using light weight materials and an on the surface membrane which is a superior barrier. It also comes with a square drain which jives well with tile.
As of 2010 all of our showers are built using the new KERDI-Board panels which are very lightweight and incorporate the H2O membrane directly on the board as opposed to other boards which must have the membrane applied.
To learn more, visit their website:
Q: Should old flooring be removed before tile installation?
A: In most cases we do recommend removing vinyl and any layers of non-stable materials to bring the floor down to the original plywood. In doing so, height is regained to allow room to install whichever substrate best suits the condition. The end result is a more visually appealing transition to other flooring-type areas. This also removes any bacteria, rot, mold, and otherwise unstable material that has been built up over the years.
Q: If I don't have a General Contractor already involved with my project, will Bolder Tile help with plumbing and carpentry issues?
A: Absolutely. Some homeowners start with a GC for their remodel or addition and we at Bolder Tile Installation simply hope to be called in for the tile phase.
However, often times, the homeowner calls us first. Well, Bolder Tile IS a kitchen and bathroom General Contractor. We can take your project from start to finish by utilizing the same subcontractors with whom we have worked side by side FOR OVER TEN YEARS.
Open communication is the key to a successful project.
We do not offer remodeling services which require exterior work.
Q: Who can you recommend as Contractor General for our addition or exterior remodel?
A: We work with many terrific GCs and other tradesmen as well. Please visit our RESOURCES Page for contact information
A: It is a well designed system using light weight materials and an on the surface membrane which is a superior barrier. It also comes with a square drain which jives well with tile.
As of 2010 all of our showers are built using the new KERDI-Board panels which are very lightweight and incorporate the H2O membrane directly on the board as opposed to other boards which must have the membrane applied.
To learn more, visit their website:
Q: Should old flooring be removed before tile installation?
A: In most cases we do recommend removing vinyl and any layers of non-stable materials to bring the floor down to the original plywood. In doing so, height is regained to allow room to install whichever substrate best suits the condition. The end result is a more visually appealing transition to other flooring-type areas. This also removes any bacteria, rot, mold, and otherwise unstable material that has been built up over the years.
Q: If I don't have a General Contractor already involved with my project, will Bolder Tile help with plumbing and carpentry issues?
A: Absolutely. Some homeowners start with a GC for their remodel or addition and we at Bolder Tile Installation simply hope to be called in for the tile phase.
However, often times, the homeowner calls us first. Well, Bolder Tile IS a kitchen and bathroom General Contractor. We can take your project from start to finish by utilizing the same subcontractors with whom we have worked side by side FOR OVER TEN YEARS.
Open communication is the key to a successful project.
We do not offer remodeling services which require exterior work.
Q: Who can you recommend as Contractor General for our addition or exterior remodel?
A: We work with many terrific GCs and other tradesmen as well. Please visit our RESOURCES Page for contact information
