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_[image: Open-plan kitchen and dining room with large-format gray porcelain floor tile]_

Residential & Commercial

# Tile & Stone Flooring

Elegant, durable floors for any room, including the busy ones.

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A tile or stone floor is a long-term decision. Done well, it outlasts almost everything else in the room. Tile Arts Inc installs flooring that earns that longevity: flat, level, and set on a substrate that won’t telegraph cracks a year later. The prep you don’t see is what keeps the floor you do see looking right.

We lay porcelain, ceramic, marble, travertine, and other stone in entries, kitchens, baths, and whole-floor open plans, including wood-look porcelain that brings the warmth of wood to wet and high-traffic areas where real wood struggles. From pattern layout to clean thresholds between rooms, we sweat the details that make a floor feel intentional.

What’s Included

## Scope of the work.

### Subfloor prep & leveling

Assessment, crack isolation, and self-leveling so the finished floor is flat and stays put, which is the difference between a floor that lasts and one that fails.

### Porcelain & ceramic

Durable, low-maintenance tile for kitchens, baths, mudrooms, and open-plan living, including large-format and wood-look planks.

### Natural stone floors

Marble, travertine, limestone, and slate set and sealed for warmth and character underfoot.

### Patterns & transitions

Herringbone, basketweave, and custom layouts, with clean transitions and thresholds to adjoining rooms and flooring types.

Gallery

## Flooring in detail.

Click any image to see it full size.

 [_[image: Patterned encaustic-style hexagonal cement floor tiles in gray and white]_](/_assets/patterned-hexagon-cement-tile-floor.BZWSskhb.jpg)[_[image: Grand commercial lobby with a checkerboard stone floor and stone-clad columns]_ ](/_assets/commercial-stone-lobby-floor.14DwLM4w.jpg)[_[image: Modern kitchen with a marble countertop and wood-look porcelain plank flooring]_ ](/_assets/modern-kitchen-stone-countertop.C4tiTlvq.jpg)[_[image: Stone-look porcelain floor tiles laid on a diagonal with crisp grout lines]_ ](/_assets/porcelain-floor-tile-diagonal.DsmSthmI.jpg)[_[image: Hexagonal floor tiles arranged in a three-dimensional tumbling-block pattern]_ ](/_assets/geometric-hexagon-tile-floor.CU7HwfUB.jpg)[_[image: Renovated bathroom with marble tile shower surround and marble mosaic floor]_](/_assets/marble-bathroom-upgrade.CdGMqtbR.jpg)

Where We Work

## Flooring across the Bay Area.

[**San Francisco** View area →](/service-areas/san-francisco/) [**Marin County** View area →](/service-areas/marin-county/) [**Sonoma County** View area →](/service-areas/sonoma-county/) [**Napa County** View area →](/service-areas/napa-county/)

FAQ

## Frequently asked.

Is tile or stone flooring good for high-traffic areas?

It’s one of the best choices. Porcelain in particular is extremely hard-wearing and easy to maintain, which is why it shows up in entries, kitchens, and commercial spaces. Natural stone is durable too and adds warmth, with a bit more maintenance.

Why does subfloor prep matter so much?

Because most floor-tile failures trace back to what’s underneath. If the substrate flexes or isn’t flat, tiles crack and grout fails. We prep, level, and add crack-isolation where needed so the finished floor stays sound.

Can I get the look of wood without the maintenance?

Yes. Wood-look porcelain plank has come a long way and gives you the warmth of wood with the water- and wear-resistance of tile, ideal for kitchens, baths, and busy households.

Can you tile over an existing floor?

Depending on the existing floor and height constraints, sometimes, but a sound substrate is non-negotiable. We’ll tell you honestly whether to overlay or tear out for the best result.

Related Services

## You might also need.

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_[image: Open-plan kitchen and dining room with large-format gray porcelain floor tile]_

### Kitchen Tile

Custom kitchen tile installation: backsplashes, countertops, and flooring in ceramic, porcelain, glass, and natural stone, designed and installed to last.

Learn more →

](/services/kitchen-tile-installation/)[

_[image: Gray marble-tiled walk-in shower beside a vanity with marble countertop]_

### Bathroom Tile

Bathroom tile installation done right: showers, tub surrounds, vanities, walls, and floors, with proper waterproofing and a finish that lasts.

Learn more →

](/services/bathroom-tile-installation/)[

_[image: Bright kitchen with a marble subway tile backsplash and open shelving]_

### Custom Design

Custom tile design: personalized patterns, mosaics, and unique layouts that turn a surface into a signature feature of your home or space.

Learn more →

](/services/custom-tile-design/)

Start a Project

## Get started on flooring.

Tell us about your space and the look you’re after. We’ll guide you through materials, layout, and installation.

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