Expert Answers installation Squeaky Floors stone Workmanship

Why does my New Marble Floor make Creaking Sounds and is it a Defect?

ANSWER – Since the marble was installed over a wood sub-floor, which I assume was plywood, the creaking or squeaky sound is probably due to the plywood not being attached properly.   The plywood itself between…

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Ceramic and Porcelain Tile Standards stone Workmanship

Are there standards for tile installation workmanship?

ANSWER – Yes there are industry standards for workmanship.  ANSI A108 .08-2013 4.0 General requirements for tile installations provides many of the workmanship requirements for the installation of tiles.

Walls cannot be out of plumb,…

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