Shower & Bathroom Tile
Tiled showers and tub surrounds with waterproofing, niches, benches, curbs, and finished edges.
Tile Installation
Tile Installation in Boston, MA
Showers, floors, backsplashes, and custom tile work.
Tile is the most visible part of a bathroom and the least forgiving to install.
Boston Modern Bath installs tile in showers, on floors, on feature walls, and in kitchens, including large-format tile, natural stone, and custom layouts.
We prepare the substrate and waterproof wet areas before setting a single tile.
- Boston and surrounding communities within approximately 20 miles
- Free Estimates Available
Services
Tile Work We Perform
Floor Tile
Bathroom, kitchen, entry, and laundry floors, including underlayment preparation and heated floor systems where required.
Kitchen Backsplash
Backsplash installation, including subway tile, mosaic, glass, and large-format panels.
Feature Walls & Fireplaces
Accent walls, fireplace surrounds, and other tiled feature surfaces.
Materials
Tile We Work With
Material determines both the look and the installation method.
We install porcelain, ceramic, natural stone, marble, glass, and mosaic tile, in standard sizes as well as large-format panels.
Each material has its own requirements for substrate, cutting, setting material, and grout, which is why the installation method is decided per project rather than applied uniformly.
Layouts
Patterns and Layouts
Layout is decided before the first tile is set.
Straight set, stacked, offset, herringbone, chevron, basketweave, and mixed-format layouts each change the look of the room and the amount of cutting required.
We plan the layout around the room so that cuts fall where they are least visible and lines run correctly through corners, niches, and transitions.
Workmanship
What Makes Tile Work Last
The parts of the job that stay hidden.
Most tile failures are not caused by the tile.
They come from an uneven or unstable substrate, missing or incomplete waterproofing, incorrect setting material, or poorly planned movement joints.
Our process addresses the substrate first: surfaces are leveled and prepared, wet areas are waterproofed as a system, and setting materials are selected for the specific tile and location.
The visible result — consistent grout lines, clean corners, properly finished edges — follows from that preparation.
Process
Our Tile Installation Process
- 01
Consultation
Call us and describe the space and the tile work you are considering.
- 02
On-Site Review
We measure the area and check the condition of the existing surfaces.
- 03
Layout and Material
We plan the layout and help you select tile, setting material, and grout.
- 04
Preparation and Waterproofing
The substrate is prepared and leveled, and wet areas are waterproofed.
- 05
Installation and Grouting
Tile is set according to the planned layout, then grouted, sealed where required, and finished.
FAQ
Tile Installation Frequently Asked Questions
How much does tile installation cost?
Pricing depends on the area, the tile format, the layout, and the condition of the existing surfaces.
An estimate is provided after we review the space.
Do you remove the existing tile?
Yes. Removal of existing tile and preparation of the surface can be included in the project.
Can you install tile I already purchased?
Yes. We can install homeowner-supplied tile, and we will review the material and quantity before the work begins.
Do you install large-format tile?
Yes. Large-format tile requires a flatter substrate and a different setting method, both of which are part of our preparation process.
Do you waterproof showers?
Yes. Wet areas are waterproofed as a system before tile is installed.
How long does a tile project take?
Duration depends on the area, the layout, and the preparation required.
A timeframe is confirmed before the project begins.
What areas do you serve?
Boston and surrounding communities within approximately 20 miles.
Free estimates available
Have a Tile Project in Mind?
Talk to Boston Modern Bath about the space.
Call us to discuss your tile project, review layout and material options, and schedule a free estimate.