--- title: "Tarkus Tile, Inc. — Tile & Stone | Houzz" canonical_html_url: https://www.houzz.com/professionals/tile-and-stone/tarkus-tile-inc-pfvwus-pf~813784375 markdown_url: https://www.houzz.com/md/professionals/pf~813784375.md entity_type: LocalBusiness business_name: "Tarkus Tile, Inc." category: ["Tile & Stone"] image: https://st.hzcdn.com/fimgs/e32309480d6f3eec_3698-w400-h400-b0-p0--.jpg address: "Salt Lake City, Utah, United States" latitude: 40.7608 longitude: -111.8911 phone: "(385) 505-2876" website: http://www.tarkustile.com rating: 5 review_count: 32 best_of_houzz_awards: 10 followers: 196 last_updated: 2026-09-11 --- # Tarkus Tile, Inc. Original Houzz profile: [Tarkus Tile, Inc.](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/tile-and-stone/tarkus-tile-inc-pfvwus-pf~813784375) ## Professional summary - **Primary category:** Tile & Stone - **Location:** Salt Lake City, UT - **Houzz rating:** 5.0 out of 5 (32 reviews) - **Best of Houzz:** 10 awards (2015–2025), for Design, Service. ## About ### Houzz Badges - Star Houzzer - Houzz Influencer - Recommended on Houzz - 50,000 Ideabook Saves Tarkus Tile Inc. is owned and operated by Mark Christensen. We are extremely committed to doing a job right and very passionate about our craft. It's just as important to me that each job turns out perfect as it is to my customer. In business since 1998. Licensed and insured contractor. Member of the NTCA (National Tile Contractors Association) Passionate Tile Craftsman, Artist and self proclaimed perfectionist. My goal is to provide a long lasting, functional and beautiful tile installation to each of my customers and to build an honest and lasting business relationship with each and every one of them. We love our work and are dedicated to doing it well. ### Typical Job Cost $600 - ## Business Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Business Name | Tarkus Tile, Inc. | | Address | Salt Lake City, Utah, United States | | Phone | (385) 505-2876 | | Website | http://www.tarkustile.com | | Followers on Houzz | 196 | ## Contact - **Houzz profile:** [Tarkus Tile, Inc.](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/tile-and-stone/tarkus-tile-inc-pfvwus-pf~813784375) - **Website:** http://www.tarkustile.com - **Phone:** (385) 505-2876 ## Credentials **Certifications & Awards** - 2014, 2021 and 2023 Coverings CID awards recipient. - **Best of Houzz:** 10 awards (2015–2025), for Design, Service. ## Reviews **Overall rating: 5.0 out of 5 — 32 reviews** *Aspect averages:* - Work Quality: 50.0 - Communication: 50.0 - Value: 50.0 ### Reviews **★★★★★ — Mindy and Murdock, Jan. 2021** > Most amazing service out there. Attention to detail and awesome to work with. Wont use anyone else. Mark's whole crew is fantastic. **★★★★★ — Interior Wishes, Jan. 2021** > I recently had the pleasure of working with Mark and his crew on a big project. I was absolutely blown away by their level of skill and professionalism. Mark went above and beyond several times to assist me in problem solving and re-selecting, when tile was out of stock due to covid. I could not be happier with how beautiful the install turned out in each space. The Tarkus Tile crew are all extremely skilled craftsmen, and are all so pleasant to work with. They meticulously executed the details of my designs, with no complaints at all, which is so refreshing as a designer. I look forward to working with them on many more future projects, including my own home. They truly are the best of the best! **★★★★★ — Lani Perkins, Aug. 2020** > Mark, owner of Tarkus Tile, recently completed a tile floor in my entry and laundry area. His attention to detail was obvious as he worked and in the finished project. The hexagonal tile and the pattern are just gorgeous! > If you have to wait a bit to get on this guy’s schedule, it is totally worth it! He is a busy guy because he is a true artisan of his trade. He is pleasant and professional , as well! **★★★★★ — Laura Hales, Aug. 2020** > Mark does excellent work! He is very detail oriented and reasonably priced. Our tile looks even better than we hoped! **★★★★★ — cscottbevan, Sept. 2019** > Mark from Tarkus Tile is everything you would want in a tile setter. He is a real craftsman and a genuinely nice guy to work with. He knows his stuff! **★★★★★ — Inspired Design, June 2019** > Mark with Tarkus Tile did an amazing job! Besides being a talented craftsman and hard worker, he was also so friendly and easy to work with. He came on time and finished on time and gave great suggestions, going the extra mile to make sure our tile turned out perfectly. Great attention to detail and a joy to have in our home. So pleased with the way it turned out. Highly recommend! Will definitely use him again. **★★★★★ — HU-189189377, May 2019** > We have had the pleasure of working with Tarkus Tile on multiple projects over the past several years, and have nothing but wonderful things to say about Mark and the quality of his work. He is conscientious, kind, and professional. He doesn’t just “install tile.” He brings a level of craftsmanship, a depth of experience, and a thoughtful creativity to his work that truly set him apart. From start to finish, Mark demonstrated that he was invested in the process and actually cared how it turned out. He really tried to understand what we wanted, then offered his expertise in a supportive and meaningful way, and actively problem-solved when questions or decisions came up. The areas of tile Mark has done in our home (including flooring, backsplash, wainscoting, & shower) have become some of our favorite features; they’re beautiful, functional, and we enjoy them every day. Thank you, Mark! **★★★★★ — HU-544564722, May 2019** > I was in desperate circumstances in late January ‘19 b/c of faulty construction of 3 showers in my 2 story town home in Park City, UT. Mark Christensen of Tarkus Tile was the 4th person to look at my problem. > Two people said they could not handle a job like that.. The third person said he could do it but could not get to my job for several months. I believe he did not want to do it when he saw how hard it would be. Mark C looked at it and said he could start anytime. I asked him what he would do. He said it was basically a waterproofing problem in all 3 showers and would require complete demolition to find and repair all the moisture damage and then total reconstruction of each shower. If he did that then he would guarantee his work for life. I said that is going to be a tough job. He said he likes a challenge. I asked how many people it would require. He said he wouldn’t need anybody else. He has been running a tile company in SLC for over 20 years and handles this kind of problem all the time. My showers are finished now and they are beautiful. They are better now than when they were new. Mark C did a masterful job; he is a tile-artist. When he was finished, there was no trace of a problem or all the work that had been done. His attention to detail was amazing. He exceeded all my expectations in every way. Also, he was delightful to work with throughout. I would give him the highest recommendation for any job he says he can do. **★★★★★ — Bryan, July 2014** > You can't go wrong with Tarkus tile. If you are looking for the best, you can stop looking. His attention to detail and quality of work is amazing. I am very picky with who I recommend to others and I recommend Tarkus to my close friends and family. **★★★★★ — jacksoki, March 2014** > We have worked with Mark Christensen twice, on two separate areas of our home. He created a gorgeous tile backsplash in our kitchen and did all of the tile work in our bathroom, including a new shower. His tile work is top-notch and he is an absolute pleasure to collaborate with on designs. We plan on contacting him to do our upstairs bathroom when the time comes and to add a backsplash to our downstairs bathroom. I've also recommended him to my mother for an upcoming project in her home. **★★★★★ — brenst5, Feb. 2014** > Tarkus did a lime stone shower, with a hidden drain, and bathroom floor for us. It was an intricate pattern that continued from the bathroom floor into the shower, with no dam, and a wainscot in the toilet room. Tarkus was meticulous and the product was flawless and beautiful. The work was performed on schedule and on budget. We were very pleased and would recommend Tarkus to others. **★★★★★ — lvsorenson, Feb. 2014** > Tarkus tile is reasonably priced with unmatched quality. The work site was kept clean and organized. > > They took the extra time to provide creative ideas and solutions to match the new project with the existing decor. It turned out perfect. > > I would hire Tarkus tile again in a second. ## Selected projects - [Avenues Bathrooms, Bluebird Renovations](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/avenues-bathrooms-bluebird-renovations-pj-vj~7094409) - Location: Salt Lake City, UT - Photos: 5 - [Indoor pool and steam room](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/indoor-pool-and-steam-room-pj-vj~6456308) - Location: Not specified - Photos: 11 - [Bountiful Poolhouse](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/bountiful-poolhouse-pj-vj~6318571) - Location: Bountiful, UT - Photos: 11 - [Bianco Venatino Master Bathroom](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/bianco-venatino-master-bathroom-pj-vj~6318559) - Location: Salt Lake City, UT - Photos: 9 - [Browning Avenue](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/browning-avenue-pj-vj~103329) - Location: Not specified - Photos: 10 - [3D Limestone Fireplace](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/3d-limestone-fireplace-pj-vj~497847) - Location: Salt Lake City, UT - Photos: 9 - Description: Totally custom 3D stone installation. Limestone was backed with Breakthrough Backers from 3D Stone and Tile, 3 different thicknesses, then cut to 5 different widths. Custom made mantle and tiled gas firebox. Caesar Stone slab hearth and trim. - [Loredell Drive](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/loredell-drive-pj-vj~378432) - Location: Not specified - Photos: 2 - [Salt lake City 2200 East](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/salt-lake-city-2200-east-pj-vj~297716) - Location: Salt Lake City, UT - Photos: 14 - [Limestone Shower with radius wall and bench.](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/limestone-shower-with-radius-wall-and-bench-pj-vj~455038) - Location: Not specified - Photos: 4 - [Calacatta Gold Steam Shower](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/calacatta-gold-steam-shower-pj-vj~449079) - Location: Salt Lake City, UT - Photos: 5 - Description: This is an 8 x 5 x 8' tall steam shower with a sloped back heated bench and heated floor with a tile top linear drain. Custom cut herringbone inlay running through the inset niches and custom cut limestone perimeter floor and ceiling border. Calacatta Gold, Steam shower, linear drain, Proline linear drain, herringbone, marble slab bench, heated bench, heated floor shower, marble steam shower, niche, shower niche, marble shelves. - [Yalecrest Avenue](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/yalecrest-avenue-pj-vj~103335) - Location: Salt Lake City, UT - Photos: 14 - [Naniloa Drive](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/naniloa-drive-pj-vj~378437) - Location: Salt Lake City, UT - Photos: 3 - [Limestone Master Bathroom Barrier Free Shower](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/limestone-master-bathroom-barrier-free-shower-pj-vj~194476) - Location: Salt Lake City, UT - Photos: 11 - Description: In this bathroom renovation we recessed the floor joists in the shower area allowing us to create a roll in curbless shower and continue the 18" limestone from the floor into the shower without a break in the pattern. We used a Proline Quick Drain linear drain with a tile top so the pattern runs right into it. Honed Grigio del Forte limestone with scratched Grigio del Forte border tiles to create a grid pattern. - [Contemporary Bath with linear drain](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/contemporary-bath-with-linear-drain-pj-vj~44773) - Location: Orem, UT - Photos: 12 - Description: Dark, large format tile and a linear drain make for a sleek bathroom. - [Parley's Terrace](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/parley-s-terrace-pj-vj~103330) - Location: Salt Lake City, UT - Photos: 19 - [Tile prep work](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/tile-prep-work-pj-vj~194397) - Location: Not specified - Photos: 21 - [Master Bath Remodel with Aco Linear Drain](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/master-bath-remodel-with-aco-linear-drain-pj-vj~81163) - Location: Not specified - Photos: 15 - [Salt Lake Kitchen Remodel](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/salt-lake-kitchen-remodel-pj-vj~77003) - Location: Not specified - Photos: 4 - [Glass tile steam shower](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/glass-tile-steam-shower-pj-vj~44772) - Location: Park City, UT - Photos: 6 - [Park City Curbless Shower](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/park-city-curbless-shower-pj-vj~15543) - Location: Not specified - Photos: 2 [See all 20 projects](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/tile-and-stone/tarkus-tile-inc-pfvwus-pf~813784375) ## Ideabooks - [Bountiful](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/126690199/list/bountiful) — 46 ideas - [marktarkus's ideas](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/354824/list/marktarkus-s-ideas) — 59 ideas [See all 2 ideabooks](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/users/marktarkus) ## Community Q&A **Q: We love these vanities, where are they from? Thanks!** *(in Photo Questions)* A: I'm sorry but I don't know where the vanities are from. I was the tile contractor on the project. **Q: What is the tile that has been used and where is it available? Love it** *(in Photo Questions)* A: This tile is called Glow Cosmos from Interceramic. Shower was done with 6x24" tiles. **Q: What are the dimensions of the tiles used on the shower walls?** *(in Photo Questions)* What are the dimensions of the tiles used on the shower walls? A: 6"x24" **Q: What color is the grout?** *(in Photo Questions)* What brand and color is the grout? A: The grout here is Mapei ultra color plus, color Silver. **Q: Tile?** *(in Photo Questions)* This is beautiful tile. Where can we find it? A: The blue tile is made by walker zanger, it's called ash bury. Contact WZ to find your nearest vendor. **Q: Dimensions** *(in Photo Questions)* What size is the shower and does that include the bench. If somehow wide is the bench? A: This shower is about 4' wide x 5' long including the bench if I recall. --- *Source: Houzz professional profile. Reflects the profile as of 2026-09-11.*