Did you know that ceramic, porcelain and other stone flooring materials are not waterproof? This includes setting materials like mortar and grouts.
When you are looking to have any tile products installed in wet areas such as showers or tub surrounds always invest in a proper waterproofing system. There are 2 main methods to achieve a water tight connection behind your tile, they are a liquid applied membrane or a sheet/ panel membrane system.
There are several manufacturers with products geared towards each of these waterproofing methods.
Contact 21st Century Flooring to discuss your next tile project and find out if you need a waterproofing solution prior to tile installation.