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East Texas Floor Source
Tile Flooring

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Tile flooring built to last decades, not seasons

Porcelain, ceramic, and natural stone tile from Daltile and Emser - laid dead-flat by a East Texas crew that cares about every grout line.

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East Texas's trusted tile installation team

Tile is about the most permanent floor you can put in a home, and it's also one of the easiest to install poorly. A good tile job comes down mostly to subfloor prep, mortar coverage, and layout - the tile itself is almost the easy part. Our lead installer has been setting tile for 32 years, and our crew uses uncoupling membranes (Schluter Ditra and Kerdi) on every wet-area install so the finished floor lasts as long as the house does.

We supply and install ceramic, porcelain, natural stone, glass, and mosaic tile from Daltile, Emser, and American Olean for floors, showers, backsplashes, fireplaces, and small commercial spaces across East Texas.

East Texas's trusted tile installation team

Where tile is the right call

Tile holds up best in any room that sees water, heat, or heavy foot traffic - and around Wood County, that often means a mudroom off the back door as much as a bathroom.

  • Bathrooms and showers - fully waterproof when set with a proper membrane system
  • Kitchens - heat-resistant, stain-resistant, and easy to wipe down
  • Entryways and mudrooms - shrugs off gravel, wet boots, and dog paws without complaint
  • Heated floors - tile conducts radiant in-floor heat better than most other materials
  • Sunrooms and porches - handles temperature swings and UV exposure well
Where tile is the right call

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Flexible monthly payment plans through Hearth. Call us to confirm your rate and apply.

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How we install tile that actually holds up

We start with a full subfloor inspection - any deflection, moisture, or unevenness gets corrected before a single tile goes down. We use modified thinset rated for the tile size, back-butter large-format tiles for full coverage, and set leveling clips on planks and large rectangles to eliminate lippage. Showers get Schluter Kerdi or RedGard waterproofing, a properly sloped mortar bed, and a correctly bonded curb.

Every job wraps up with sealed grout (or epoxy grout on request) and a final walk-through before we consider it done.

How we install tile that actually holds up

Tile Flooring - frequently asked questions

Most rooms take 2-3 days: day one for demo and prep, day two for setting tile, day three for grouting and sealing. Showers and large-format tile add another day or two to that timeline.

Over a plywood subfloor or under a heated floor, yes - it keeps substrate movement from cracking tile or grout. Over a concrete slab it's optional, though we still recommend it in wet areas like showers.

Sometimes, if the existing tile is solidly bonded, level, and the added height won't cause problems at doorways. Otherwise, we pull the old tile and start with a clean, flat subfloor.

Standard cement grout can stain eventually if it isn't sealed. We seal every grout job on install day, and we offer epoxy grout - stain-proof, no sealing required - as an upgrade in kitchens and showers.

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The East Texas Floor Source Experience

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Book a time that works for you - our owners will bring real samples to your home in Hawkins or anywhere in East Texas.

Expert advice & free quote

We measure your space, recommend flooring that fits your home and budget, and hand you a straightforward, no-obligation price.

Professional installation

Our own crew handles everything from subfloor prep to cleanup, backed by 32 years of hands-on experience.

Follow-up & support

We check in after install, and because we're a local family business, you can always reach the people who actually installed your floor.

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Hawkins and East Texas homeowners have trusted the our family for flooring since 1999 - see what our customers have to say.

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Services

Carpet, hardwood, luxury vinyl, tile, and laminate - our own crew installs every category we sell.

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What we stand for

The East Texas Floor Source difference

No pressure sales We're a small, family-run showroom, not a corporate chain. You'll get honest advice on Mohawk, Shaw, Mannington, and Quick Step products - never a pushy sales pitch to hit a quota.

Service that cares We've been part of the Hawkins community since 1999. As a BBB member, we treat every customer like a neighbor - because in a town this size, you usually are one.

All five flooring categories Carpet, hardwood, luxury vinyl, tile, or laminate - our showroom carries trusted brands like Daltile, Emser, and American Olean, so you can see and feel real samples before you buy.

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From warm hardwood to durable tile, browse real installs from our Hawkins showroom to find the style that fits your East Texas home.

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Devoted to serving families in East Texas

Our owners have called Hawkins home since 1999, and East Texas Floor Source proudly serves families throughout Wood County and East Texas - including Tyler, Longview, Winnsboro, Mineola, Gilmer, and Lindale. No job is too big or too small, and it's always our own crew on the job.

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East Texas Floor Source is a family-owned business, not a franchise or a corporate chain. Owners our owners have run this store in Hawkins since 1999, and our lead installer personally brings 32 years of hands-on installation experience to every job. When you request an estimate, you're talking to the people who actually own the business and stand behind the work.
Because we live here. East Texas Floor Source has served Hawkins and the surrounding East Texas communities for over 25 years, and our reputation in this town is everything. We'd rather lose a sale than lose your trust, which is why we focus on straight answers and steady communication from your first estimate to the final walkthrough.
Yes. We install and repair carpet, hardwood, luxury vinyl, tile, and laminate flooring, carrying trusted names like Mohawk, Shaw, Daltile, Emser, American Olean, Mannington, Quick Step, and Bruce. Because we cover every category, we can help you compare options honestly instead of pushing whatever happens to be in stock.
Yes - East Texas Floor Source offers 0% APR financing for up to 24 months on approved credit, so you can get your new floors installed now and pay over time. Ask about current terms when you request your free estimate.
If you ever notice an issue with your installation, reach out and we'll come take a look. Because our own crew installs every job, there's no finger-pointing between companies. We'll assess the situation and make it right.

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