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Not a good idea, the old pattern will show through and the finish on the old flooring will try to let go of the adhesive over time.,

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Can you put vinyl on top of tile?

No this is not advisable, As the tile has lines called grout lines, they are indented as is most of the tiles you buy. Then to ad the adhesive of the vinyl and then the vinyl you will have air trapped which will cause the vinyl to move , rip, and you wont like this either. It has to laid atop a clean dry dust and partical free area, as one tiny rock or nail head popping up can cause this to hole and tear.However you can apply Vinyl Tile Atop of Tile flooring as long as you make sure to level the floor. The two (bottom & top) tiles must be even and level for this to happen, see my insert for this:Inspect the ceramic tile for any loosened or damaged tiles. Repair small cracks or chips with liquid epoxy. Remove any severely damaged pieces and fill the gaps with liquid cement or mortar. Use only enough cement or mortar to bring the section even with the rest of the tiles; you must maintain a flat surface.2Mix grout and water as instructed with your specific product; different products will require different mixtures of each. Use a grout trowel to add grout to the joints between the ceramic tiles, until they are completely even with the tile surfaces. Wipe any excess grout from the joints or the tiles with paper towels. Adding grout to the joints will give you a completely flat surface.Sponsored LinksDIY Radiant Installation Easy to install radiant panels save time & money. Perfect for remodels.completeradiantpanel.com/3Install an underlayment if directed by your chosen vinyl product. Some vinyl tiles are designed to adhere directly to the old floor, while others will require a layer of plywood or other underlayment to control moisture and possible expansion or contraction.4Sweep the floor clean to remove any dust or dirt from grouting or installing the underlayment. Any dirt or dust left on the surface can ruin the way the new tiles adhere to the surface.5Lay vinyl tiles, beginning in the center of the floor and working your way out. If you are working in a large area, you may benefit from breaking the area into quadrants and working one section at a time.6Pull away the wax paper backing of self-adhesive tiles and carefully lay the tile in place, rubbing firmly across the surface to encourage the adhesive to stick. If you are working with tiles that do not self-stick, use a trowel to spread a thin, even layer of adhesive on the ceramic or underlayment and press the tiles in to place.7Cut tiles to size using a vinyl tile cutter to make tiles fit around vents or against the wall. Continue to install tile until the entire floor is covered.8Roll the entire floor surface with a baker's roller to ensure that all areas stick equally.9Allow the adhesive to dry for at least five days before washing, so that the glue has enough time to dry.


Can tile be placed on top of old tile?

Not really. What would you do at the edges, doors, where it meets carpet ect.


How to lay tile over hardwood floor?

You should not tile on top of a hardwood floor. If you do, it will crack as the wood underneath will expand and contract throughout the seasons. Instead you should be installing on top of some sort of concrete floor. You could either add mud/self leveling mix or cement board. You may also want to remove the hardwood first, if you can.


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.


Where can you see a picture of a triangular prism?

Use the links below to see a triangular prism. If you want to visualize one, draw a triangle and lay another identical one on top of it. Then extend the top one "straight up" so it's moving perpendicular to the plane the bottom triangle was in. After you've moved it up a ways, connect the verticies of the two triangles with perpendiculars lines and you'll have drawn one.

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Can you lay vinyl flooring on top of another vinyl floor?

yes but only up to 3 layers


How do you glue down hardwood flooring?

Normally, installing new vinyl directly over old vinyl is not recommended because most manufacturers will not honor the warranty. Any bumps or dips in the surface can translate through your new vinyl. Dye or stains from the old vinyl can also seep into the new vinyl. But you can remedy this by applying an embossing leveler over the old vinyl, and then sealing it with an acrylic sealer. Then trowel your glue onto the sealed surface, and install your new vinyl. Most recommended practice, however, is to remove the old vinyl OR install new wood underlayment on top of the old vinyl. Then spread your glue and install new vinyl. As always, check the installation instructions for your new vinyl.


Can you lay adhesive vinyl strips with wood texture on old mosaic floor tiles?

they are new vinyl strips with wood textured surface and adhesive backing for easy installation. please advice if it is applicable to the mosaic floors and will not bubble up due to moist underneath when the room temperature is low.


How should one prepare a floor before putting down new vinyl flooring?

It depends on the type of floor that you are putting down the vinyl flooring on top of. If it is concrete, then make sure it is clean, dry and repair any cracks or holes. If the old vinyl flooring is in good repair then just put the new vinyl flooring over it or use an embossing leveler for slightly worn vinyl flooring. If the old vinyl flooring is in very poor shape remove it completely. Plywood underlayment can be used for other types of flooring that you will put new vinyl flooring down on top of.


How many layers of vinyl can be on a floor?

If the original vinyl floor is still down solid you are supposed to be able to lay another vinyl floor on top. This requires some specific prep work but it can be done. It is a better idea to just remove the vinyl and start with a clean solid surface to apply the new floor. The more layers, the more potential for problems with the layers lifting


How Does Someone make vinyl lettering?

First off you need some self-adhesive vinyl from a craft store. After this you can use a computer to make a stencil of the letters, which you then print out, cut out and put them on top of the adhesive, after this you lay them out where you want them on the wall.


Can a cushion vinyl floor be laid over another cushion vinyl floor?

It is possible, but it's not the best practice. If you can easily remove the existing vinyl, then do so. If the vinyl won't peel up, then you should consider two possibilities: Remove the vinyl along with the wood underlayment (or scrape it off if your subfloor is concrete), or install new wood underlayment on top of the existing vinyl.A third possibility is this: If the existing vinyl is securely glued to the floor, you could apply an embossing leveler (cement-based product) in a very thin skim coat over the vinyl. This seals in any stains, levels the floor, and gives the new vinyl a nice, smooth surface to lay over (or a good surface for vinyl glue to adhere to).Most flooring manufacturers will not honor the warranty on their vinyl if it is installed over existing vinyl, unless you do the embossing leveler step above.


How far away should you keep your vinyl records from a heating vent?

you lay your records on top of the vent this allows them to be able to warm up for a better standard of playing them


Install a vinyl floor on top of another vinyl floor?

No, you should not.


How much does it cost to put a new vinyl top on a 1993 Lincoln town car limo?

About $300.


What would be the best paint to change color of a vinyl top table?

The best paint to use in order to change the color of a vinyl top table is vinyl spray paint. You will first have to clean and prime the table top.


Where is the convertible top motor on a 1994 Cutlass Supreme Convertible?

the convert top motor is in the trunk behind the vinyl top collector or the vinyl top shoot. you cant miss it.