Flooring and tile work looks simple until something goes wrong — uneven subfloor, misaligned grout lines, hollow spots under tile, hardwood that starts to gap or buckle. In New York City apartments, where every square foot counts and the finishes are on full display, there's no hiding poor installation. At Paun Craft, we treat every floor and every tile wall as a precision job — proper subfloor preparation, correct adhesive and grout selection, and installation that's built to last.
We work with hardwood, luxury vinyl plank, porcelain, ceramic, and natural stone — on floors, walls, backsplashes, and custom applications. Our team cuts 45° mitered edges, works with large format tiles up to 120cm, handles epoxy grout finishing, and has completed custom tile work including hand-built porcelain sinks. If it involves tile or flooring in New York City, we've done it — across all five boroughs.
What's Included in Our NYC Flooring & Tile Installation Service
- Subfloor preparation & leveling
- Hardwood flooring installation — solid & engineered
- Luxury vinyl plank (LVP) installation
- Porcelain & ceramic tile installation — floor & walls
- Large format tile installation — up to 120cm
- Natural stone installation — marble, travertine, slate
- Custom tile cuts — including 45° mitered edges
- Mosaic & decorative tile work
- Epoxy & cement grout finishing
- Backsplash installation
- Waterproofing under tile in wet areas
- Final grouting sealing & clean-up
Why NYC Homeowners Choose Paun Craft for Flooring & Tile
01. Subfloor Prep That Prevents Future Problems
Most flooring failures start before the first tile or plank goes down — an uneven subfloor, insufficient adhesive, or skipped waterproofing. We never skip the prep. Every surface is assessed, leveled, and properly primed before installation begins.
02. Precision Tile Work Including Custom Applications
We cut 45° mitered edges, work with large format porcelain up to 120cm, and handle even the most demanding custom tile installations. We've built a custom sink entirely from porcelain tile — if you've seen it, you know the level of precision we bring to every project.
03. Hardwood That Lasts in NYC Conditions
New York City apartments have specific challenges for hardwood — humidity fluctuations, concrete subfloors, and building restrictions on certain adhesives. We know how to install hardwood correctly in NYC conditions so it doesn't gap, cup, or buckle over time.
04. Grout & Sealing Done Right
The grout and sealing stage is where many tile jobs age badly. We use epoxy grout for wet areas and high-traffic zones — it's stain-resistant, durable, and looks better longer than standard cement grout.
How Our NYC Floor Installation Process Works
Free On-Site Assessment
We visit the space, assess the subfloor condition, discuss material options, and give you a clear written estimate within 48 hours. We'll flag any subfloor issues or waterproofing requirements before work begins.
Subfloor Prep & Installation
We level and prepare the subfloor, then install flooring or tile in the correct sequence — including any waterproofing in wet areas before tile goes down. Every row checked for alignment, every tile checked for hollow spots.
Grouting, Sealing & Final Finish
Once installation is complete, we grout, seal, and do a thorough final inspection. Every grout line clean, every edge finished, every surface sealed for long-term durability.
FAQ
We install hardwood floors, engineered wood, luxury vinyl plank (LVP), ceramic and porcelain tile, and natural stone. We also refinish existing hardwood floors. We work in apartments, houses, and commercial spaces across NYC.
Hardwood floor installation in NYC typically costs $8 to $18 per square foot including materials and labor. Engineered hardwood and LVP are more affordable options starting around $5 to $10 per square foot.
A standard apartment floor installation takes 2 to 5 days depending on square footage and material. Hardwood refinishing takes 3 to 4 days including drying time.
Engineered hardwood and luxury vinyl plank are the most popular choices for NYC apartments — they handle humidity fluctuations well, are durable, and look great. Solid hardwood is beautiful but more sensitive to NYC's climate swings.
Yes — many NYC buildings have concrete subfloors especially in high-rises and newer construction. We prepare the surface correctly and use appropriate underlayment for each flooring type.