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Not really. What would you do at the edges, doors, where it meets carpet ect.
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Can you tile on top of tiles?
yes you can, but that doesn't mean that it's the best solution. the best way is to remove the old tile. period.
Can you tile over wall tiles?
It is best to remove the wall tiles. You need a flat service and a lot of times old tile will not be perfectly flat. If you remove the tiles you will have a good base to tile on. If you don't want to remove the tiles you may be able to add a backer board on top of the old tile and then tile on that.
Can you use floor tile on the wall on top of old 4x4 tile?
I wouldn't recommend it. Most wall tiles are very smooth and wouldn't have any grit for the thin-set to adhere to.
Can you lay ceramic tiles over vinel tiles?
It is possible but I would not reccomend it. If possible remove the old tile before laying the new tile. If you want to avoid removing the old tile you can lay a cement board over the old tile before installing the new tile.
Is it good to put wood floors on top of tile?
You can put the newer style floating wood floors onto a floor with tile. Also, if it is old VCT tile, there are glues that will allow you to use their product to glue the wood to the floor. Unfortunately, nail down wood is not acceptable.
How do you rough up the old tile to install new tile on top of it?
I have never covered up floor tile before without removing the old tile but I have covered up an old back splash with new wall tile and did nothing to go over it just used the white pre mixed wall glue to install the tile right over top with no issues.
Can you glue tile on top of tile?
Sure can, but if its waxed tile you should rough it up unless there's a chance its got asbestos in it. Then use a primer sealer over that top to give the glue something to bind to. Also remember that the new tile is only as good as the old tile that's down. If the old stuff comes loose your new tile job is shot.
Can you put ceramic tile over ceramic tile?
You can, but you want to be sure the ceramic tile is not cracked or broken, make sure it is even, and not loose. It is reccomended that you you always remove any old tile before tiling. You can always lay a subfloor on top of the old tile to ensure your new tile was crack or pop out.
Can you tile on top of tiles?
yes you can, but that doesn't mean that it's the best solution. the best way is to remove the old tile. period.
Should bathroom floor tile be placed before the fixtures?
yes the tile has to be fixtures and then put the tile
What kind of pad do I need to cover tile floor with carpet?
You should get a thin pad that can provide cushioning when covering your tile floor with a layer of carpet. This is so that the carpet can be placed evenly on top without having the grooves of the tile show through
Can you tile over wall tiles?
It is best to remove the wall tiles. You need a flat service and a lot of times old tile will not be perfectly flat. If you remove the tiles you will have a good base to tile on. If you don't want to remove the tiles you may be able to add a backer board on top of the old tile and then tile on that.
Is tile an insulator?
Tile is an insulator. If the tile is placed correctly over an existing wood floor and is sealed with grout, it will insulate the room it is in.
Can outdoor tile be put over river rock on patio?
can tile be placed over river rock
Should you install a bathroom vanity on top of tile or on top of backerboard?
On top of the tile. You may want or need to change it at some point and a new one may not fill the space on the tile.
Can you use floor tile on the wall on top of old 4x4 tile?
I wouldn't recommend it. Most wall tiles are very smooth and wouldn't have any grit for the thin-set to adhere to.
How do you put new ceiling tile over old. I cant remove old tile. owner put insulation on top.?
The new tile can be glued to the old ones. If possible, stagger the new ones so that they attach to two tiles. If you have to cut the first row in half, you can use the piece you cut off on the other side of the room.
