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Floating Methods & Mortar Precision
A Solid Foundation for Beautiful Tile Work

Precision mortar beds provide the foundation for a durable, properly installed tile surface. At B.W. Tile & Sons Inc., we use time-tested floating methods and detailed mortar craftsmanship to create stable, level, and properly prepared surfaces for tile installation.

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Floating Methods & Mortar Precision

Floating methods allow us to create a custom mortar bed over the existing substrate, helping establish the proper surface needed for the finished installation. This approach is especially valuable when working with uneven surfaces or projects that require specific elevations, transitions, or slopes.

Our installers focus on careful preparation and precise mortar placement so the finished tile has a strong and properly supported foundation.

Precision in Every
& Mortar Bed

01

Surface Preparation

We carefully prepare the installation area before the mortar work begins, addressing existing surface conditions and preparing the foundation for the next stage.

02

Custom Floating

Our floating method allows the mortar bed to be shaped to the specific requirements of the project, helping create the appropriate elevation and surface.

03

Proper Sloping

For showers and other wet areas, properly planned slopes help direct water toward the drain and support a functional finished installation.

04

Consistent Support

A properly prepared mortar bed provides a stable surface beneath the tile, helping create a solid finished installation.

Floating Methods

& Mortar Precision

01

Bathrooms & Showers

Create properly prepared surfaces and slopes for tile installations in wet areas.

02

Tile Floors

Build a stable and properly prepared foundation where existing surfaces require correction or adjustment.

03

Custom Tile Installations

Develop surfaces to accommodate unique layouts, elevations, and project requirements.

04

Remodeling Projects

Address existing substrate conditions while preparing the space for a new tile installation.
Frequently Asked Questions
What are floating methods in tile installation?

Floating methods involve creating a custom mortar bed over an existing substrate to establish a properly prepared, stable, and level surface for tile installation.

A properly prepared mortar bed provides a stable foundation beneath the tile and can help address uneven surfaces, elevations, transitions, and other project requirements.
Floating methods can be particularly useful when an existing surface needs correction or adjustment, or when a project requires specific elevations, transitions, or slopes.
Yes. Floating methods can be used in shower installations where a properly prepared surface and planned slope are needed to direct water toward the drain.
Yes. Mortar beds can be used for tile floors where the existing surface requires correction, adjustment, or additional preparation before tile installation.
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