Why Proper Surface Preparation Is the Real Secret Behind Flawless Tile Work
Thinking of new tile floors or walls?
Most people imagine perfect lines, smooth grout, and beautiful patterns.
But pros like us know:
If the surface underneath isn’t perfect — the tile job won’t be either.
What we do before the first tile goes down:
- ✅ Inspect the surface — is it level, solid, clean?
- ⚠️ Uneven floor? We apply self-leveling compound
- 🧱 Wooden or OSB subfloor? We install DITRA membrane from Schluter
- 🧽 Primer applied for max adhesion and waterproof bonding
Fun fact:Most cracked tiles happen not because of bad tile…but because of movement underneath them.
Why we don’t skip this step (and neither should you)
- Less chance of cracked grout
- Perfectly aligned tiles
- Stronger bonding — tiles stay put
- No “hollow” sound when you step on it
- Longer lifespan for your investment
At TILE-IGOS, we do it right — from the ground up.
Even if you’ll never see the prep…
You’ll feel the difference every day.
Service areas: Surrey, Langley, Coquitlam, Burnaby, Richmond, Delta, New Westminster, Maple Ridge, Pitt Meadows, White Rock, Abbotsford, Greater Vancouver Area