Not All Tile Flooring Installers Are Created Equal
Natural tile floors can transform a space. From classic marble foyers to rustic outdoor travertine patios, high-end tile brings richness, texture, and durability. But these results don’t come easy. Tile flooring is one of the most technically demanding surfaces to install, and mistakes are expensive to fix.
That’s why more designers, architects, and homeowners in Santa Barbara are turning to Unity Tile and Design. As a tile flooring installer in Santa Barbara, Unity has quietly built a reputation for meticulous work, true craftsmanship, and design-minded collaboration. With over 50 five-star reviews, Unity isn’t just the safe choice. He’s the right one.
Santa Barbara’s Best Kept Secret – Tile Flooring Installer Unity Tile and Design
Unity doesn’t advertise heavily. Most clients come by word-of-mouth or referrals from past homeowners and designers. But that changed recently when his work was featured in a Santa Barbara design magazine. The article showcased Unity’s custom limetile and terracotta work on a historic Montecito home—where every tile was hand-set, leveled by eye, and finished with a natural sealer to let the material breathe.
The feature wasn’t just about beauty. It was about the detail behind it. Curved stair risers that were templated on-site. A natural patina that matched century-old surfaces. The magazine called it “a restoration project that respects the past while embracing the future.”
This is the kind of work Unity does every day. Real Solutions for Common Tile Flooring Problems
Many people don’t realize how easy it is to ruin a tile floor. At Unity Tile and Design, we’ve been called in to fix everything from cracked lime tile to stained marble that never should have been installed that way to begin with.
Here are four problems we solve all the time:
1. Cracks and Uneven Surfaces
Tile needs a properly reinforced subfloor. Without it, you’ll get cracks, shifting, or lippage. We prep every site to meet or exceed tile tolerances, install crack membranes, and use precision leveling tools on every tile. The result? A floor that’s smooth, secure, and built to last.
2. Stains and Etching
We’ve seen it all—gray mortar bleeding into white marble, spilled wine soaking into unsealed travertine, or acidic cleaners leaving etch marks on polished surfaces. Unity uses light-colored, non-staining adhesives and applies multiple coats of premium sealer to protect your floors from day one.
3. Surface Scratches and Dulling
Tile isn’t invincible. High-traffic areas can dull, scratch, or lose their polish if the wrong finish is used. We help you choose between honed and polished depending on the location, and we protect surfaces during construction to prevent accidental damage.
4. Slippery or Unsafe Installations
Smooth tile can get slippery when wet. That’s why we recommend textured finishes in bathrooms, entries, and pool decks. We also slope patios for drainage and avoid polished finishes where safety is a concern.
Unity’s Promise: Tile Done Right – When you work with Unity Tile and Design, you’re not hiring a generic installer. You’re getting a master craftsman who:
– Collaborates with you and your designer
– Understands the nuances of local materials and architecture
– Delivers work that gets noticed (and published)
– Has earned the trust of over 50 local homeowners and builders
From Riviera kitchens to Montecito courtyards, Unity is the go-to tile flooring installer in Santa Barbara for clients who want timeless, functional tilework that’s built with care. Let’s Talk About Your Tile Project!
If you’re planning a renovation or need expert help solving a tile flooring issue, reach out today. Unity Tile and Design is here to guide you through every step of the process, from material selection to post-install sealing. Call Kerry at 805-951-0226 and discover why Unity Tile is Santa Barbara’s best kept secret—until now.
