Prewar bathroom tile restoration
Started by New2me
over 10 years ago
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We are lucky enough to have a prewar bathroom (circa 1928) that still has all of the original fixtures in place and in wonderful condition. Unfortunately, there are about 40 tiles that had been replaced by a previous owner. The good news is that we have been able to obtain the same vintage tile from a neighbor who just completed a gut renovation. We would like to restore the bathroom using these vintage tiles which means that we need someone with the talent to carefully remove existing "modern" tile and install the vintage. Does anyone have a suggestion for a tile person with the ability to do this type of restoration at a "fair" price in NYC? Any idea of what a "fair" price might be for this work? Thank you
That is a very tough question as it might not be an easy task and then to find someone at a reasonable price? Your best bet is to find a contractor that is already working in the building as it really is not worth it for most contractors to come in for a one day project.
Thanks Primer. I have been told that it will take several days since it is not a demolition and retiling of a single area but, rather, of a couple of patches. And, obviously, we need someone someone who can do "surgical strikes" and not damage the existing tile if possible. I've been told that I should find someone who specializes in restoration work rather than a "normal" tile person so I don't think that would work. It's not that the tile is so precious or anything, but it is the original and it would be a shame not to fix it now that we can. Any ballpark sense of what it might cost?
I don't know about that. I think a very good tile can do the job but it will be difficult to find a tile guy who will want it. I think they will have to charge you a lot to come out to do your repair
Okay - Since I'm in no great hurry and the tile work is sound, if not aesthetically pleasing, maybe I can just throw it out there to a few tile guys to see if they might want to take on a small job during a seasonal lull. Thank you for your sharing your professional opinion. You are definitely an asset to this board.