Do Self-stick / Peel-and-stick Vinyl tiles need extra adhesive? (Especially in a bathroom?)?

Question

I'm putting vinyl stick down tiles in my bathroom. I've pulled out the old tiles (they weren't vinyl and were cracking and coming up), then I scraped all the loose stuff off and prepped the floor so it is very smooth and level again.

We're about to begin laying the tiles... I want to be sure they'll say down though. I've heard heat them before laying them down and some people have said use extra adhesive while others have not.

If you've completed a similar project or have used vinyl self-adhesive tiles any advice would be appreciated. Thanks!

Answer 1

We have used the self stick in 2 houses, (a basement, 2 kitchens, bathrooms, foyers) Very easy to use. Just make sure the floor is very clean. The tile must be left at room temperature for a while> (don't bring in from a cold car into a hot house and try to put it down right away) No extra glue is needed. Buy some extra pieces for replacements. That way if one gets a tear in it or come up, you can replace it with a new one. The only problem I have had is in the kitchen. This is in the area under the dishwasher and fridge where you can't get all the way to the wall. Occasionally, they slide and you have to repostion them. But they work fine in the basement and bathroom. Just use a very sharp knife to cut the tile.

Answer 2

If i were you,i would invest in ceramic tile.It's been my experience that peel-and stick Vinyl tiles don't always stay put.For a little more in dollars you could use ceramic tile and have a better looking bathroom and longer lasting one too. I know this because i lay tile as my profession,but if you must use peel-and-stick Vinyl tile i would suggest using extra adhesive.

Answer 3

Having installed thousands of sq. ft. of "tile" and begrudgingly some self stick vinyls, I'd really advise against it,,,but I also know that the customer is always "right" even when they aren't

I just recently answered a similar Q, and my advise is, purchase a water based contact cement,,, Any brand will do. The one I'm thinking of is a nice aqua color. It drys rapidly, has less of an offensive smell than the non water base, yet is just as effective.

It also allows that in drying it's minimal in mils thickness, can be applied over the existing "Sticky" and with care during installation, you should be able to enjoy a more secure vinyl tile floor, for perhaps a longer period of time.

Rev. Steven

Answer 4

make sure the floor that you are sticking it to is clean and dry. If the vinyle tile does not stick, trying ironing a thin towel over the tile seams.. The heat cause the glue to melt and works better hot. If this does not work then go to your local hardware store and ask them if there is a certain type of glue for the vinyle tile.

Answer 5

I have, and although they say you don't need, them and often you don't, especially in a bathroom with all the moisture. Use a little extra, it is not all that much more money and it is a lot cheaper than replacing the tiles in a couple years. I don't have any issues with mine and we used extra. That is really up to you, but I say do the job a little better now and worry less later. Good luck and I hope it looks great

Answer 6

Probably. Due to the fact there is a lot of water, steam, and other liquidys there. Tiles are not good in the bathroom. I might advise you to put a one peice sheet of vinyl over the whole floor. You will be more happier.

Answer 7

first of all, i'd reconsider using self-sticking vinyl tiles and just stick with linoleum.
but, if you are on a tight budget, then you'd still need to first lay down a 3/8" underlayment and then you will have the proper clean surface to apply your tiles to.

Answer 8

I used the self stick tiles in my kitchen. They were really easy to do, and required no additional adhesive. That was years ago and they haven't had any problems.

Answer 9

No extra adhesive is necessary and you make get uneven results (bumps or waves) from any added adhesive.
Make sure that your surface is very clean and flat..., no teeny tiny flecks of anything cuz theyll show thru eventually.

Answer 10

we did our bathroom and kitchen with no extra adheive. It worked out great. It has been done now for about three years and we have no problems with peeling. Good luck and relax it will look great.