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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.
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Can you tile over existing tile?
I have tiled over cork tiles with ceramic tiles and it worked fine in a bathroom, around a bath. If the current tiles are really well fixed it should be fine.
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.
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.
Could tile be installed over gypsum board?
That depends upon location. Tiles can be installed on a gypsum board wall or ceiling. (But make sure that the tiles are well grouted; if moisure gets past the tile into the gypsum board, it will be damaged.) Floors require greater strength - but then, you wouldn't normally have a gypsum board floor, with or without tile.
Can you use wall tile grout on floors?
Tiles used on floors tend to be thicker than wall tiles. Also, floor tiles are subjected to flexing as people walk over them. Therefore, if floor tiling a wooden floor, use a flexible cement adhesive and grout designed to give and take without cracking.
Can you put tile over tile on a shower wall?
no the tiles have too smooth of a finish and other tile will not stick to them need to remove old tiles and then lay new
Can you use wall tile on the floor for a home renovation project?
No, it is not recommended to use wall tile on the floor for a home renovation project as wall tiles are typically not designed to withstand the weight and foot traffic that floor tiles are subjected to. Using wall tiles on the floor may result in cracking or breaking over time. It is best to use floor tiles specifically designed for that purpose.
Should you install ceramic floor or wall tiles first?
Having tiles untold bathrooms I always do the floor LAST this saves dropping tiles etc on to the nice new expensive tile. However, when tiling the walls first leave out the bottom row of wall tile (here you can place your straight edge datum, put in the floor tile then set that last row of wall tile and leave a 1/8" gap between the floor and wall tiles and fill with same water proof grout as the floor tiles have
How to install tile on a wall?
To install tile on a wall, first prepare the surface by cleaning and priming it. Then, apply thinset mortar to the wall using a notched trowel. Press the tiles into the mortar, spacing them evenly with tile spacers. Allow the mortar to dry, then grout the tiles by spreading grout over them and wiping off excess with a damp sponge. Finally, seal the grout to finish the installation.
What do ceramic tile contractors do?
Ceramic tile contractors install ceramic tile floors in any room of a house, and they are specialized and do a great job. They also install other types of tiles, such as ceramic wall tiles, and ceramic countertop tiles.
Can you use floor tile adhesive for wall tiles?
You could but it's not advisableWall tile adhesive is thicker so it won't run down the wall and the tiles are less likely to slipANS 2 - I have done this a few times. If you use tile spacers, no problem.
Can you tile over existing tile?
I have tiled over cork tiles with ceramic tiles and it worked fine in a bathroom, around a bath. If the current tiles are really well fixed it should be fine.
What are some popular design trends for kitchen wall tile backsplashes?
Some popular design trends for kitchen wall tile backsplashes include subway tiles, geometric patterns, bold colors, and textured tiles.
Can you use wall tile adhesive on floor tiles?
YesANS 2 - I would only do that as a repair or an emergency. Floor tiles generally need a heavier and denser glue as they are being walked on - wall tile has no such stresses. ( -I have done lots of both types )
Can wall tile be used on the floor?
No, wall tile should not be used on the floor as it is not designed to withstand the weight and foot traffic that floor tiles are subjected to. Using wall tile on the floor can lead to breakage and safety hazards.
The portion of the wall to be tilied measured 16 inches wide and 72 inches long what you the largest square tile that can be used so that not tiles not tiles be cut?
You can use 8"tile.
What is the most common wall tile?
The most common wall tile is simply a white ceramic tile. These tiles are extremely cheap and easy to make and install. One can purchase them at a home improvement store.
