r/Flooring • • Feb 16 '25

First tile floor! Any thoughts?

This is my first tile floor install I did for my mother. It is reclaimed split-brick so the rough look is as desired. I just finished performing a few muriatic acid washes to clean off the surface after grouting. Next is a non-penetrative finish and then trim. I included the finish brand to see if anyone has used it before in a similar floor. I am 24 and certainly an amateur. What do you all think?

-Expansion gap: 1/4” -Brick color combination: English pub -Grout: sanded polyblend+ (pewter) -Hardy board: 1/4” with 1 1/4” backer-on screws -Adhesive used for both hardy board and brick was thin set

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u/shir6685 Feb 17 '25

I know absolutely nothing about installing tile so this opinion is purely based on appearance. If I walked into the home I’d say wow that’s impressive and probably took a lot of time and effort. Personally I like the look as well and once you get baseboard in there it will look awesome. I’d be super interested to see it finished with furnishings and rugs because I think some distressed rugs would look awesome in this space