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
- 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 Trust Paun Craft With Their Floors & 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 We Work
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 (solid and engineered), luxury vinyl plank, porcelain, ceramic, and natural stone. We'll recommend the best option for your space, budget, and NYC building requirements during the assessment.
In some cases yes — it depends on the condition of the existing tile and the height differential it would create. We'll assess this during the on-site visit and give you an honest recommendation.
Cement grout is standard and works well in most applications. Epoxy grout is harder, non-porous, and stain-resistant — we recommend it for wet areas like bathrooms and kitchens, and for light-colored grout joints that would otherwise discolor over time.
Yes — we can install electric radiant heating systems under tile as part of the flooring scope. This is increasingly popular in NYC bathroom renovations. We'll factor it into the estimate.
A single room typically takes 1–2 days. A full apartment floor can take 3–5 days depending on size and material. We give you a realistic timeline upfront.