Encaustic Cement Tile


Several months ago there was a post on encaustic cement tiles.

I located some in the NYC area from c&m Tile (www.c-m-tile.com) – which are available through Chelsea Art Tile & Stone (http://www.chelseaartstileandstone.com/).

Categories: Floors
By NYrenovator | 06/02/2008 9:11 AM | Comment

Ballpark Est. for TYile Install.


I am having 2 bathrooms (70 sq ft each), a kitchen (70sq ft) and an entryway (140 sq ft) tiled using marble tiles.

The subbase will be prepared by my carpenter using cement backer board.

The tiles are 8″ square.

So the project involves laying the tiles, and grouting and sealing them.

Does anyone have a estimate by sq ft for a quality tile installation?

Categories: Floors
By NYrenovator | 05/27/2008 6:36 AM | Comment

bathtub fixtures


1) The supply and returns line on my clawfoot tub are exposed. Anyone know sources for decent looking supply and return lines

2) And for the fixtures as well?

By NYrenovator | 05/17/2008 5:52 AM | Comment

Plaster Wall Repair


The exterior sides of the top floor of my townhome are exposed to weather.

Several portions of the interior walls are damaged (subsurface bubbled up) due to efflorescence build-up due to moisture.

To repair the damage I will remove the damaged portions to the brick layer.

I do not want to use gypsum (i.e joint compound) to make the repairs.

Can someone recommend a suitable material to make the repair?

By NYrenovator | 05/17/2008 5:27 AM | Comment

Tile Search


Anyone know of a good source for victorian style tiles? Looking for Black & White or other patterns.

Categories: Tile
By NYrenovator | 11/11/2007 9:41 AM | Comment