• Our team of experienced technicians have the skills and knowledge to repair even the most damaged TILE & GROUT.
• We use only the HIGHEST-QUALITY MATERIALS and techniques, so you can be confident that our repairs will be both durable and attractive.
• We work QUICKLY and EFFICIENTLY to get your floors back in order as soon as possible.
• We'll schedule your repairs OVERNIGHT to make sure that your business isn't disrupted.

Loose Tiles?
Cracked Grout?

Is the health inspector saying: "You have to do
​something about this floor"?​

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The importance of TILE & GROUT repairs

Our repair services will reduce and/or eliminate:

• Health Code Citations- Code 36-11-4: Floors not maintained smooth, durable, & easily cleanable.
• Workers Comp Claim/Lawsuit- Damaged, uneven floor tiles can cause tripping hazards.
• Pest Control Calls- Low grout & broken tiles creates a breeding ground for pests and fruit flies.
• Cleaning Time- Full grout joints make the tile floors much easier to clean, saving hours of labor costs.​​

One of the largest maintenance issues a restaurant has is keeping up with its tile flooring and grout. This is one of the first things your local health code official will look at upon inspection.

​Is the floor tile broken, cracked or missing in places?
Is the grout low or missing?
Can food and other objects collect in the grout joints?
​Are there gaps behind the cove base along the wall?
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At Imperial, we have dedicated crews that install and repair tile floors in restaurants all over Florida. Our crews work night shift regularly so we can keep your business open throughout any type of project. We start when you close and have everything cleaned up and ready to open in the morning. No need to shut down your facility while we work! Depending on your typical busy hours and project specifications, we can work discreetly and in increments based on your schedule.

Call Imperial at 407-259-9781 and get a free quote for floor repair now. We service after hours, without disturbing your customers. Pass your inspection and keep the restaurant open! ​

See more Before & After photos in our PROJECT GALLERY
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Tile Repair & Grout Installation

Let us re-grout your kitchen floors; repair loose tiles; and replace broken cove base tiles
WHILE YOU SLEEP!
That’s right–we perform all of our work between your
closing and opening times.  No need to shut down your business for our business.

• Eliminate foul odors instantly
• Brings back a fresh look to your floors
• No more standing water in your grout joints!
• We clean up after ourselves so you don't have to worry about a mess

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Maintaining tile floors in a restaurant kitchen is crucial for several reasons, primarily revolving around safety, hygiene, and overall operational efficiency. Here's a breakdown:

Safety:

• Damaged tiles, such as those that are loose or cracked, create tripping hazards. In a busy kitchen environment where staff are constantly moving, this significantly increases the risk of slip and falls.
• Uneven surfaces can also lead to spills, further compounding the risk of accidents.

Hygiene:

• Broken tiles and grout create crevices where food particles, grease, and bacteria can accumulate. This is a major health concern in a food preparation area, as it can lead to contamination and the spread of food borne illnesses.
• Properly maintained tile and grout are much easier to clean and sanitize, ensuring a hygienic environment.

Durability and Longevity:

• Prompt tile repair prevents minor damage from escalating into major problems. Addressing issues early on extends the lifespan of the flooring, saving the restaurant money on costly replacements.
• Restaurant kitchens endure heavy traffic, spills, and temperature fluctuations. Maintaining the tile floors protects it from these harsh conditions.

Regulatory Compliance:

• Health inspectors pay close attention to the condition of the kitchen floors. Damaged tiles can result in violations and fines.
• Maintaining a clean and safe kitchen floor helps restaurants adhere to health and safety regulations.

Pest Control:

• Cracked and broken tile and grout can provide places for pests to hide and breed. Repairing these areas helps to prevent pest infestations.

In essence, tile repair is an essential aspect of restaurant kitchen maintenance, contributing to a safe, sanitary, and efficient workspace. Get a FREE ESTIMATE ONLINE.

​Water Damage

Is water coming up through your tiles when you step on it?

This is called a water pocket. While seemingly harmless, water pockets can cause significant damage to your restaurant floors.

It happens when water seeps under the tile floor, usually due to a leak or flooding, and gets trapped. This can weaken the subfloor and cause the tile to lift or become loose, and it can also lead to mold & mildew growth.
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If you suspect you have water pockets, it's crucial to address them promptly by consulting with Imperial Solutions to repair damaged tiles and replace grout.
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Commercial Quarry Tile

​Make sure your tile contractor is using an abrasive quarry tile or a treaded quarry tile to maximize slip resistance.
​Smooth quarry tile is NOT recommended for commercial kitchen environments.
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For long-lasting usability at a low price,
​quarry tile is the best option for a commercial kitchen

Floor covering options for commercial kitchens are limited. Most will not hold up to grease, other organic contaminants and strong antimicrobial cleaners. The acids in food and grease are so aggressive that they can even break down concrete. It is equally important that the tile is rated for high traffic areas, impact strength and resistance to chemicals typically found in the commercial kitchen. Thick quarry tile is commonly selected for these areas and is typically available in a few different color options. 
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Commercial quarry tile is made from a mixture of minerals such as shale, clay and feldspar which are ground, extruded into a tile shape and kiln-fired at temperatures up to 2,000 degrees Fahrenheit. The high temperatures increase the density of the tile and, ultimately, helps the product stand up to oil, grease, traffic and any other challenges of heavy-duty commercial environments.

Quarry tile has exceptionally low absorption rates —as low as 0.5 to 3%— leaving a slightly rough texture better suited for high-moisture environments and better equipped to reduce slips and falls.

In fact, it provides better slip resistance than almost any other hard-surface product. Terrazzo has a fall rate of 9.6 incidents per million dollars of sales. Smooth quarry tile has only 7.3 incidents. And abrasive quarry tile comes in at 4.7. Clearly, quarry tile has a marked advantage over other materials when it comes to accident prevention — a key concern in most commercial environments.
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These benefits, paired with the low price point, make quarry tile an extremely attractive flooring option for many indoor and outdoor commercial applications beyond just kitchens. It can be used for just about any application which requires a durable, slip-resistant, low-maintenance product.​

• The Tile Council of North America (TCNA) recommends that tile have a Dynamic Coefficient of Friction (DCOF) greater than 0.42 for wet tile surfaces. Using tile with a DCOF greater than 0.42 will help reduce the risk of slip and fall accidents. Abrasive or treaded tiles should be considered. 
  

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​Quarry Tile colors:

Red

Gray

​Grout colors:

Brown

Gray

Black

***Tile manufacturers permanently discontinued many color options for quarry tile since the pandemic.
Please speak to your Imperial representative to learn about your available options.***

We carry many styles and sizes of typical non-skid kitchen tile in stock, and we have accounts with most major suppliers and can match tiles if you have a color that you don't see here.

Features and benefits:

• Overnight install
• Slip resistant
• Strong and durable

Product can be installed in:

• Back-of-house
• Commercial kitchens
• Bar areas
• Bathroom
• Service areas
• Walk-in cooler​ ​

NOTE: Re-grouting your floor in time is crucial. The longer you wait, the more damage that will occur to the floor. After decades of experience and auditing the condition of commercial restaurant floors we can back up our claim that the care for your grout will have everything to do with how long your grout will last. We suggest that you do NOT use pressure washers, water hoses, or harsh chemicals to clean your tile and grout as this will greatly decrease the longevity of your grout lifespan. This alone will lower the grout leaving the joint low and able to collect food and debris while also creating an area for fruit flies and pests to harbor. We recommend using buckets of cleaning water and a squeegee to clean, as well as using floor fans to keep the floors as dry as possible throughout the day. These tips will help to extend the life of your grout.

Kitchens frequently use industrial-strength cleaning products, which are considered “no rinse.” These no rinse cleaners create a film on the tile and grout that breaks down fat and proteins into a fatty acid. This acid is known to cause damage to some tile and the grout. Either remove or rinse the fatty acid or change to a neutral cleaner that is known to effectively clean quarry tile. Neutral cleaners are highly concentrated and formulated for continuous use. When used regularly and following the directions on the container, this biodegradable, neutral cleaner helps to maintain the quarry tile as well as grout and will not cause damage to either.

Cove Base/Molding

Cove base is a trim piece to be used in the transition between a wall and floor. Cove base is the standard name, but is also known as cove molding, wall base, trim, or baseboard tiles. The trim sits flush against the wall and transitions to the floor on a tight radius at the bottom of the piece. This small radius prevents dirt , water, and debris from getting trapped in the wall and under the floor tiles. In a commercial setting, cove bases are required by law to meet health and safety standards. 

​Where is floor coving required?

• Restaurants
• Commercial Kitchens
• Food Service Establishments
• Commercial Food and Beverage Processing Plants
• Commercial Bathrooms 
• Locker Rooms
• Wet Industrial Environments
• Commercial Break Rooms

Maintenance

To ensure a long-lasting, trouble-free tiled surface, it is important to use the right cleaning products. Kitchen surfaces are constantly coated with grease and other foodstuffs, so they are often treated with strong, antimicrobial cleansers. These typically harsh cleaning cycles are carried out on a daily basis in food preparation areas. ​

The no-rinse cleansers often used in kitchens leave a residue that continually breaks down the fats and proteins into fatty acids. These acids will begin dissolving the grout, and continual use of the cleaner will eventually damage the tile installation. It is best to use neutral cleaners that are designed to safely and effectively clean ceramic and quarry tile. These cleaners will not dull the surface of the tile or harm the grout. Using cleaners designed by the installation product manufacturer assures that the products are appropriate for use with tile and will not damage the assembly, which can result in costly repairs.

Inspect tiled restaurant floors routinely. If a broken tile is discovered at any time, it should be replaced immediately to contain further damage to the tile assembly from water or other contaminants getting under the tile. 

For a commercial kitchen tile assembly that will last for years, be sure to install the right tile with the right products and follow all product manufacturer's directions. Using installation and cleaning products that are designed to stand up to the rigors of a commercial kitchen will ensure a durable, appealing surface for years to come.

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