Also keep in mind that it s best not to lay heavy new tile over existing tile floors unless the foundation beneath both is concrete.
Can i tile over concrete.
Otherwise the excess weight can cause structural issues.
Tile on tile or as i say it.
Installing ceramic tiles over concrete can help to create a more inviting indoor or outdoor living space.
Is this a problem.
Concrete floors are durable and easy to clean but not very attractive.
Whether you re looking to do this in your basement or even tiling over tile in bathroom walls the project can be done on your own.
Having trouble removing all of the paint layer on top of the stain.
Tile cannot be attached directly to painted concrete as the thin set will not adhere well to the paint.
The concrete floor has cracks in it.
Install tile over cracked concrete floor use a membrane.
One of the first steps in refinishing a basement or turning a garage.
Examine the floor and see if there.
How to lay porcelain tile over a concrete floor.
Or does it have to be completely free of paint before tiling.
We are wanting to tile over a concrete pad 26 years old and have stained and then painted over the years.
This is a diy endeavor and i don t have the extra money to install the expensive membrane that i should use.
Wanting to put porcelain tiles over it and live in midwest so there are cold winters.
Laying down tiles on walls can give your home a new fresh look.
Installing over existing vinyl.
How to prepare for laying tile over a concrete floor.
However if you can t remove the old surface or otherwise decide to install over it lay a backer board with thin set over the old surface to serve as your new subfloor material.
Using an acid based cleaner or deep cleaner of your choice clean the concrete and allow it to dry thoroughly.
I m about to install ceramic tile on a concrete floor of a 40 year old house.
Are my new tiles going to crack.
As long as you inspect the surface and follow the proper procedure the project should go smoothly.
And it lasts for 20 years.
Cracks and gaps can be filled with portland cement based fillers.
Installing ceramic tile over vinyl or linoleum surfaces can be more complicated than expected and probably should be avoided whenever possible.