The Lettered Streets is a historic district of close-set craftsman homes, and the bathrooms tell the same story over and over. The original tile was set on mortar over wood with no membrane, which was standard at the time, so when these showers leak it is because there is nothing waterproof behind the tile, just mortar on a wall that water can reach.
We re-tile these bathrooms with period-appropriate tile that fits the home, but with modern waterproofing behind it so the new work actually keeps water out of the framing. Floors go over an uncoupling membrane so the grout does not crack as these century-old homes keep moving. You get an honest read on what is behind the old tile.
How much does tile installation cost in Lettered Streets?
Tile work in Lettered Streets follows our Bellingham pricing: shower and tub surrounds run $2,800 to $9,500, bathroom floors $1,400 to $4,500, backsplashes $900 to $3,200, and floor tile $9 to $22 per square foot installed. Every shower includes waterproofing and every floor an uncoupling membrane, which is what makes tile last in our wet climate. We quote your job line by line.
Do you install tile in older Lettered Streets homes that have no waterproofing behind the shower?
Yes, that is one of the most common jobs we do in the Lettered Streets. The original showers were tiled on mortar over wood with no membrane, so they leak into the framing. We tear out the old surround, fix any rot, and rebuild with a sloped, waterproofed pan and period-appropriate tile. The look fits the home and the waterproofing is modern.
What tile services do you offer in Lettered Streets?
Shower and tub surround tile, bathroom floor tile, kitchen backsplash, floor tile and heated floors, tile repair and regrouting, and custom and commercial tile throughout Lettered Streets and the greater Bellingham area.
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