Specifically, does the linoleum have to be removed? If it doesn't, how do you prepare it to accept thin set and then tile?
2006-12-04 15:31:54 · 7 answers · asked by Gdog 2 in Home & Garden ➔ Decorating & Remodeling
Yes, wipe it lightly with spakling compound and them after a good drying use the regular thin-set and set your tile.
2006-12-04 15:55:52 · answer #1 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 1⤋
Yes, however, the linoleum needs to be tear free and also should be cleaned with a wax remover and rinsed thoroughly. You should also make sure that it is level with no high or low spots as this would create an uneven surface for laying the tile. If you do not wish to remove the linoleum, another way would be to install a base board for the tile on top of the existing floor. This would insure adhesion and level any minor flaws in the linoleum.
2006-12-04 15:36:12 · answer #2 · answered by xo_mar_ox 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
The linoleum needs to be removed. Tile needs a solid stable surface, or you can get cracks and your grout won't stay in because of the movement you'll get leaving the linoleum in place...Jack
2006-12-04 15:44:00 · answer #3 · answered by jack 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Installing Tile Over Vinyl Or Linoleum Floor Coverings
Installing ceramic tile directly to vinyl or linoleum surfaces should be avoided whenever possible. Install at your own risk.
If you are concerned that your vinyl or linoleum flooring may contain asbestos fibers we recommend that you have it tested before attempting to remove it. For more information on asbestos, please refer to Asbestos In Your Home provided by the EPA.
In any case, vinyl or linoleum flooring must be a non-cushioned type and securely attached to the subfloor. Subfloor construction should consist of double layered, 1-1/8" thick, exterior grade plywood installed over floor joists spaced a maximum of 16" on center. The maximum allowable concentrated deflection of the subfloor may not exceed L/360 of the span.
If the floor covering does not contain asbestos fibers we recommend that the surface be scarified or sanded to provide a rougher surface for the thinset mortar to bond to.
Install ceramic tile using a latex modified thinset mortar approved by the manufacturer for installation over vinyl and linoleum surfaces.
2006-12-04 15:33:42 · answer #4 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 1⤋
Yes if the floor is very solid on concrete,if your floor is built with wood you need to put down Dura-rock or some other brand of concrete board,
2006-12-04 15:59:37 · answer #5 · answered by ghillips2003 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
After installing thousands of sq. ft. of tile, I suggest DON'T, no matter what any other answers state,,,and BTW, no offense to them, I didn't read them.
Rev. Steven
2006-12-04 16:31:15 · answer #6 · answered by DIY Doc 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Not if you want it to stay in place.
2006-12-04 15:37:31 · answer #7 · answered by Bullfrog21 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋