Showers, baths, floors, backsplashes and outdoor spaces, planned from the first measurement to the last grout line, with plain answers on materials, prep and waterproofing.
A flat, stiff, dry base is what keeps tile and grout from cracking.
Tile and grout are not waterproof, so showers need a real membrane behind them.
Textured finishes keep wet floors safer than polished ones.
Cuts, patterns and future repairs all need tile from the same lot.
Scope, materials and cure times in writing make quotes easy to compare.
Some jobs begin with a shower and a plan for water, some with a floor and a flatness check and some with a backsplash and a handful of samples. Start with the path that sounds like yours.
Bath and showerBathroom tile, walk-in and curbless showers, tub surrounds, niches, benches, waterproofing and heated floors.See bath and shower tile 
Floors and wallsPorcelain, ceramic and stone floors, backsplashes, feature walls and patterns, planned for how you live.See tile floors 
Prep and repairOld tile removal, leveling, subfloor repair, regrouting, sealing and repairs that bring tile back to life.See prep and repair A page, a plan and an estimate for each service, with organization, maker and tool pages with official links, free planning tools and guides written for busy households and crews.
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Free Tile EstimateA free tile estimate with a visit, careful measurements and a clear written scope for floors, showers, backsplashes…Explore 
Bathroom TileBathroom tile installation for floors, walls, tub surrounds and showers, planned from the subfloor up so every surface…Explore Shower TileShower tile installation with careful slope, waterproofing and layout so walls, floor, corners and niches stay tight and…Explore 
Kitchen BacksplashesKitchen backsplash installation in subway, handmade-look, glass, stone and patterned tile, planned around outlets, windows and cabinets for…Explore Porcelain FloorsPorcelain tile floors in stone, wood, concrete and solid looks, chosen for density, low water absorption and durability…Explore 
Heated FloorsHeated tile floors with electric mats or cables set under tile, a floor sensor and a thermostat, coordinated…Explore Floor Prep and LevelingFloor prep and leveling that makes concrete and wood subfloors flat, clean and ready for tile, using grinding…Explore 
RegroutingGrout replacement and regrouting that removes cracked, stained or crumbling grout and replaces it with fresh, matched grout…Explore A simple six-step process with a plan for your surfaces, a written estimate, careful prep and tidy finishing when we are done.
You tell us the rooms, the tile you like and your timing, and we ask about the floors, walls and any water issues.
We check flatness, moisture and layout from photos or a visit and talk through materials, pattern and trim.
You get a plain written scope with prep, waterproofing, materials, schedule and cure times before anything is ordered.
Old tile comes out, floors are repaired and leveled, backer board and membranes go in and showers are waterproofed and tested.
Tile is set with the right mortar, checked for flatness and alignment and cut carefully at the edges.
We grout, seal and caulk, clean up and walk the finished job with you, leaving written care tips and extra tile.
Set your room, pick a tile size and a layout and watch the plan update with full and cut tiles and notes on thin edge cuts. Eight more free planning tools are one tap away.
Know the layersFraming, backer board, a waterproofing membrane, mortar, tile and grout each do a job. We explain the layers, the prep and the cure times before work begins, so the project goes smoothly from demolition to the last grout line.
The Tile Council of North America, the National Tile Contractors Association, the Natural Stone Institute, Daltile, LATICRETE and RoomSketcher. See what each is known for, how it comes up in real tile projects and a link to the official website.
ResourceTile Council of North AmericaA trade association of tile makers and suppliers that publishes installation standards, an installation handbook and industry information.Learn more ResourceNational Tile Contractors AssociationA trade association for tile installers and contractors that offers training, technical assistance and a reference manual for…Learn more ResourceNatural Stone InstituteA trade association for the natural stone industry that publishes technical information and design resources about stone.Learn more 
ResourceDaltileA large tile maker whose website shows collections, sizes, colors and finishes for floors, walls and showers.Learn more 
ResourceLATICRETEA maker of tile and stone installation materials, including mortars, grouts, waterproofing and sealants.Learn more 
ResourceRoomSketcherA floor plan and home design tool that helps you sketch rooms, measure areas and visualize changes.Learn more Cost drivers, tile selection, prep, waterproofing and more, explained without jargon.
7 min readCost GuideWhat shapes the cost of a tile installation, why quotes differ and how to compare them fairly without chasing a…Read the guide 
7 min readTile Selection GuideA practical way to choose among porcelain, ceramic, stone and glass tile using the room, the traffic, the water and…Read the guide 
7 min readWaterproofing GuideHow showers stay dry behind the tile: membranes, slopes, corners, drains, niches, flood tests and the small details that prevent…Read the guide 
7 min readPrep GuideWhy tile needs a flat, stiff, dry base, how floors are checked and what the usual fixes are for wood…Read the guide From Nashville to Franklin, Brentwood, Hendersonville, Mt. Juliet, Murfreesboro and beyond, we install, repair and plan tile for homes, builders and businesses.
Yes. The Free Tile Estimate comes with no obligation. You see the scope, the materials and the schedule in writing before anything is ordered or started.
Porcelain with a textured finish is a common choice because it is dense and gives grip when wet. Small mosaics also help on shower floors. Samples and a short call settle it.
Tile and grout slow water but do not stop it. A waterproofing layer behind the tile protects the structure, and we explain the method we use.
Tile follows the floor beneath it. A flat, stiff, dry and clean base prevents cracks, loose tile and uneven edges.
It depends on the scope. Demolition, prep, waterproofing, tile and grout each take time, and cure times add days between steps. We give you a written schedule.
Tell us about your project and we will call you back to set up a Free Tile Estimate and a visit.
Or call (615) 357-7797 to talk now.
We are not a lead generation company. We do not sell leads. Music City Tile & Bath installs and repairs tile and helps plan materials, layouts, waterproofing and schedules for homeowners, families, landlords, builders, designers, property managers and business owners. We coordinate plumbing, electrical, permits, demolition of hazardous materials and other specialty work through the right professionals and officials, and we work with designers, builders, associations and facility teams when a project needs them. Brand, organization and product names belong to their owners, and we are an independent company that is not affiliated with, endorsed by or sponsored by any tile maker, setting material brand, industry association, standards body, government office, retailer or software company. Calculators, layout drawings, cost ranges, checklists and guides on this site are planning references, not engineering, legal, financial, tax, health, safety or code advice, and only a conversation and a look at your surfaces can confirm what a project needs. No plan can promise a particular outcome, and results depend on the tile, the base, the moisture, the weather, the use and many other things. Structural, moisture and safety concerns call for the right professional. Industry standards, test methods and agency guidance are set by others, and officials decide which rules apply to your property. We encourage you to confirm association, landlord, building and permit rules with the people who decide them. Prices shown in the planner are ballpark placeholders only and your written estimate is what counts.
