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Hassin Bin Sober

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6. Loose tiles and missing grout is indicative of an improper tile job....

Reply to steve2470 (Original post)

Mon Apr 16, 2012, 01:42 AM

Apr 2012

And often requires a tear out and re-do. I'm not saying it can't be fixed but I would hate to see you spend any real money on a temporary fix when there is probably an underlying issue with the substrate or too much flex in the floor.

Assuming the floor is where the problem is. Wall tile is usually more forgiving to bad tile jobs. Unless you have water deterioration of the wall substrate.

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Not a DIY'er, need some advice [View all] steve2470 Apr 2012 OP

Sounds more like something a competant hired handyman could handle. n/t PoliticAverse Apr 2012 #1

I agree. Just be sure they're licensed. Auggie Apr 2012 #2

I found these people. Look ok ? steve2470 Apr 2012 #3

In my experience handymen are best hired based on the recommendations of local people that have PoliticAverse Apr 2012 #5

Also a recommendation from a condo neighbor. Someone who knows the building. Hassin Bin Sober Apr 2012 #7

If your buying it is about time you apply yourself. Wash. state Desk Jet Apr 2012 #4

On the other hand, hiring a local handyman stimulates the economy leftofcool Apr 2012 #8

This is true however Wash. state Desk Jet Apr 2012 #9

Loose tiles and missing grout is indicative of an improper tile job.... Hassin Bin Sober Apr 2012 #6