What kind of flooring should I use in my mudroom?

However, it can also attract messes like dirt and mud from your shoes. Installing tile flooring in your mudroom will give you a waterproof surface that’s easy to clean and very durable. Vinyl tile is also a great option for your walls. This guide will teach you how to tile your mudroom.

What’s the best way to lay tile in a mudroom?

Begin setting the cut tile at the base of the wall. Set the first tile straddling the center line and then work your way out to the left and right of the center line. Work in small sections at a time so the mortar doesn’t dry out. Place ¼-inch spacers between the tiles as they’re set to keep a uniform gap between them.

What happens if you use the wrong grout on marble?

Even worse, the dark grout had filled all the holes and dents in the marble and as a result my beautiful tile looked downright dirty. I was convinced that they used the wrong grout color, so our builder came over to have a look at it himself.

What should the COF be for a mudroom?

A COF of at least .50 (well, technically .42) is recommended for flooring. Porcelain often falls on the proper side of that number, but not always—so make sure to ask your flooring dealer before you purchase your tiles! Just because a tile is beautiful doesn’t mean it’s suitable for your mudroom. On the other hand, you have ceramic tile.

Is it OK to put tile in a mudroom?

A mudroom is a high traffic area that’s great for collecting wet and dirty items like umbrellas, boots and rain coats. However, it can also attract messes like dirt and mud from your shoes. Installing tile flooring in your mudroom will give you a waterproof surface that’s easy to clean and very durable.

Do you have to grout small floor tiles?

When put together over a floor or wall, these small tiles contain numerous grout lines, which must all be filled to finish the job. While it may appear that the extra grout lines will make for extra work in grouting smaller-sized tiles, the same principles apply for grouting them as for larger tiles.

Do you have to put water on grout to seal it?

Place a few drops of water in your palm, then sprinkle it at various places around the tile and grout. If unsealed, grout will absorb water immediately and the tile will quickly darken in the first 5-10 minutes. If that’s the case, you know that it’s time for a new layer of tile and grout sealant!