Commonly Asked Questions

Smooth Surface Tile & Stone can assist you with the design, purchasing, and installation of tile and stone products for your floors and walls. I specialize in tiled shower installations and bathroom remodeling. I tile lots of showers, backsplashes, floors, steam showers, tub surrounds, fireplaces, accent walls, and more.

Use the get started link at the top of the page. Feel free to call, text, or email me. Whatever your preference is, I’ll reply back.

Smooth Surface Tile & Stone can provide you with a list of tile distributors that I purchase from and who have the largest collection of tile in Southeastern WI.

There are also quality tile manufacturers online. I would advise you to consult with a professional designer through us or use the free design help at the local tile distributors. You want a tile that fits your style, but it must also be the proper tile for the area. For example, quality tile will be labeled with water absorption rates, freeze/thaw information, hardness, friction and slip resistance, and much more information including important installation directions that the tile setter needs.

We accept cash, check, or credit card. Credit card purchases are currently charged an additional 2.5%, which is subject to change. Most projects will require a down payment of 1/3 to 1/2 the total cost of the project. This initial down payment pays for finish and installation materials, which are ordered immediately. Smaller projects do not require a down

Smooth Surface Tile & Stone has been in business in the Milwaukee area since 2006. We have received most of our business from individual clients.

Yes. You’ll find a copy of each in our downloads section.

Yes, my work is warrantied for a year, plus there’s material warranties that go up to Lifetime Warranty.

You’ll find a couple of the most important ones in our downloads section.

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