F2 Home Improvement handles kitchen remodeling for homeowners in Greater Philadelphia, Delaware and northeastern Maryland, with a focus on the tile work that changes how a kitchen looks and holds up: backsplashes, floors and accent walls. We started as F Tile in 2019, and the crew has more than ten years of tile experience.
We want to be clear about scope. We do not build cabinets or custom millwork. What we do is install tile well, from a herringbone range wall to a full tile floor, and coordinate the kitchen updates around it so each trade works in the right order. If your project includes new cabinets or countertops from a supplier, we plan the tile around their schedule and templating.
Many kitchens do not need a full tear-out. A new backsplash and floor, with updated fixtures and lighting handled by licensed trades, can make an older kitchen feel current for a fraction of the disruption. We start with a free in-home estimate and a written scope.
Signs your kitchen is ready for new tile
- A backsplash with cracked, stained or dated tile, or painted drywall that gets splashed behind the sink and range.
- Grout lines on the floor that have darkened and will not come clean.
- Cracked floor tiles, often a sign of subfloor movement that should be fixed before new tile goes down.
- New countertops on the way, which is the natural moment to replace the backsplash.
- Sheet vinyl or worn laminate that is lifting at the seams near the sink or dishwasher.
- A plain wall behind the range or a coffee bar where an accent tile would give the room a focal point.
What our kitchen remodeling covers
Tile backsplashes
Subway, hexagon, herringbone, mosaic and large-format backsplashes, cut cleanly around outlets, windows and cabinet ends.
Range walls and accent walls
Full-height tile behind a range hood, on an island face or on a feature wall, laid out so the pattern centers on the hood or focal point.
Kitchen tile floors
Porcelain and ceramic floors, including large-format and herringbone layouts, installed over a flat, stiff substrate.
Other kitchen flooring
Luxury vinyl plank and hardwood through our flooring installation service, when tile is not the right fit.
Tear-out and surface prep
Removing old tile, backsplash and flooring, repairing drywall and subfloor, and leaving a clean base for new work.
Coordination of kitchen updates
Scheduling around cabinet and countertop installers and coordinating licensed plumbers and electricians for sinks, fixtures and outlets.
Kitchen tile materials
Ceramic subway tile
Affordable, easy to clean and available in many finishes. Works in straight, offset or herringbone patterns.
Porcelain floor tile
Dense and hard-wearing, the usual choice for kitchen floors. Wood-look and stone-look options hold up better than the real materials to spills.
Hexagon and mosaic tile
Small formats on mesh sheets for backsplashes and accents. More grout lines, so grout choice matters.
Glass and glazed tile
Reflective backsplash options. Glass needs a white or specified thinset so the adhesive does not show through.
Natural stone
Marble and other stone for backsplashes. It needs sealing and can etch from acidic foods, so we discuss upkeep before you choose it.
Grout
Cement grout or more stain-resistant options for floors and behind the range. The right grout makes daily cleaning much easier.
How the project runs
Walkthrough and estimate
We look at the walls and floor, measure, check the subfloor and talk through tile, layout and what else is changing in the kitchen.
Layout and scheduling
We plan the tile layout around the hood, window and cabinet lines, and set the order of work with any cabinet, countertop or trade partners.
Removal and prep
Old tile or flooring comes out, walls and subfloor are repaired, and surfaces are made flat and ready for tile.
Tile installation
Tile is set with the right thinset for the material, then grouted, sealed where needed and caulked at countertops and cabinet edges.
Final walkthrough
We clean up, walk the finished work with you and go over care for the tile and grout.
Planning a kitchen remodel around the tile
Order of work matters. A backsplash goes in after countertops are installed, and a tile floor usually goes in before new cabinets, though some homeowners choose to tile only to the cabinet line. We talk through these choices during the estimate so nobody is waiting on another trade. Our article on kitchen remodel timelines walks through a typical sequence.
Housing stock varies across the region. Montgomery County colonials and split-levels often have long, open counter runs where a backsplash is the main visual element; see kitchen remodeling in King of Prussia and our backsplash ideas for Montgomery County homes. Rowhome kitchens in Wilmington tend to be narrow, which changes tile and pattern choices; see kitchen remodeling in Wilmington, DE. We also serve Bucks County homeowners through kitchen remodeling in Doylestown.
Cost depends on square footage, tile price, pattern (herringbone and mosaics take more time than straight lays), how much prep the walls and floor need, and what other work is part of the project. We do not publish prices. F2 is a registered home improvement contractor in Pennsylvania; for Delaware and Maryland projects, permit and licensing requirements are confirmed with the local jurisdiction for each job.
Kitchen Remodeling FAQ
Do you build or install cabinets?
We do not build cabinets or custom millwork. Our kitchen work is tile: backsplashes, floors and accent walls. When cabinets or countertops are part of the project, we coordinate with the supplier or installer so the tile goes in at the right point.
Can you install a backsplash without replacing the countertops?
Yes. We remove the old backsplash if there is one, repair the drywall and tile down to the existing countertop. We check that the counter is sound first, since a loose or damaged top is better replaced before new tile goes in.
Should kitchen floor tile go under the cabinets?
Both approaches are common. Tiling the full floor makes future cabinet changes easier; tiling to the cabinet line saves material. We explain the tradeoffs for your kitchen during the estimate.
Which tile is best for a kitchen floor?
Porcelain is our usual recommendation because it is dense, stain-resistant and durable. Floor tile also needs a stiff, flat subfloor, which we check before quoting.
How do I get an estimate?
Call (856) 895-8791 or contact us to schedule a free in-home estimate. We give you a written scope after seeing the kitchen.
Related reading
Kitchen Remodel Timeline: What to Expect, Step by Step
Most kitchen delays come from sequence and lead times, not the work itself. Here is the usual order of a kitchen remodel and where time goes.
Kitchen Backsplash Ideas for Montgomery County Homes
Subway, herringbone, hexagon and slab-look tile, and how to pick a backsplash that suits the kitchens in King of Prussia's colonials, split-levels and townhomes.