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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.
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.
To install tile over existing tile, first clean and roughen the surface of the old tile. Apply a bonding agent, then spread thin-set mortar over the old tile. Place the new tile on top, pressing firmly to ensure adhesion. Grout the tiles once the mortar has dried.
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.
Yes, you can tile over existing tile when renovating a bathroom. It is important to ensure that the existing tile is in good condition and properly prepared before adding new tile on top. This can save time and money compared to removing the old tile.
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
It would be better to remove the old tile, then put your new tile in it's place. If you tile over the old there is a chance it could come off and your new tile with it. I know of an adhesive swimming pool tile border made of 4mil liner, its a peel and stick called borderlines adhesive tile manufactured by Jedco Products. All the internet websites carry it and it looks great, it would stick right over the old tile, this could get you by until your ready to remove the old tile.
No, it is not recommended to put new grout over old grout for a tile renovation project. It is best to remove the old grout completely before applying new grout to ensure a proper and long-lasting bond.
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.
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.
Though people do tile over tile, it's really not recommended. The underlying surface can make or break a tile installation. Preparing that surface is the most important step. So I'd remove the old tile, prepare the surface properly and then install your new tile. This will insure the long lasting beauty of your fireplace tile.
Yes, but you need to scrape or chip off as much of the old mortar as you can - both from the back of the tile and from the floor, just enough to ensure that the tile will set level.