Ceramic Tile question and molding - Do you put the molding down first or the tile than the molding?

Question: I wanted to install some ceramic tile and i was not sure which came first, the molding or the tile. Also, how about with carpet. Do you carpet first than put the molding up or put the molding down first than carpet.

Answer: For tile, you will want to lay the tile first. The molding will then cover any irregularities along the wall. With carpet it could be done either way. If it is installed first you should use 1/4 spacers so it is not sitting on the sub-floor and there is room to tuck the edge of the carpet underneath.

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