I am going to lay vinyl (sticky) tiles in my bathroom over my ugly vinyl tiles I already have. Any tips??

Question

I've done this one other time and it turned out pretty good, it was just hard measuring and getting exact tiles around things

Answer 1

Before you go the tile route, check out the different laminates, they are easy to install, look better than tile, and last a whole lot longer.

Lowes/Home Depot

Answer 2

First, make sure that the existing tiles are well stuck down, especially around areas that get damp (around the basin pedestal).

Try not to lay the new tiles directly over the old ones joint for joint, but stagger the joints.

Cut a few squares of card to the same size as a tile for use in "trial and error" where you have a difficult fit. It's cheaper than wasting a tile.

When trimming a tile to fit a shape, leave the backing on until you are certain you have the shape correct.

Finally, make sure the surface of the old tiles is CLEAN, DRY and free of polish.

Answer 3

In my other answer; and your Q; you didn't offer the detail of a tile over. Depending on the condition of the old; IE: Corners curling; etc; you might still get away with a tile over; though I woun't put my name on the job. (no offense). My other response gives you a clue as to the measuring and placement.

If in fact the OLD is secure; but just ugly; I have another suggestion. RE-THINK the measurements slightly. That still depends on what you want to SEE in the FULL pieces; but DON'T use the OLD as a method in your perception; for INSTALLING THE NEW. Offset the new allowing that they don't cover the old exactly over each old seam.

As I also said, along with Raven; and others; don't CUT to conform; Pull the toilet; jack the tub; and use a consistent look. CUTS only need to be made at the perimeters, and around the toilet flange.

Steven Wolf

Answer 4

You can but you might be in for a problem on down the road. Some of the adhesives used on the back of the tiles will make the tiles underneath disintegrate and you'll be left with a lumpy mess. I know the thoughts of scraping up all that tile is not a pleasant thing. Couple of ideas. (1) Try using a steamer (one of those hand held steamers) to help loosen the tiles for removal. (2) They now make a scraping blade for reciprocating saws to do jobs just like you're doing. I just saw them in the hardware store the other day. The scraping blade goes in the saw just like a regular blade but looks like a putty knife on the end. This would sure beat doing it all by hand!

Answer 5

Actually, I'd reccommend you switch to sheet vinyl flooring instead of the tiles. If you make a perfect template of the entire floor with sheets of newspaper taped together, it's easier and quicker than tiling. You simply overlay the flooring with the pattern and cut it to exact proportions someplace easy like the garage floor or patio. Compare to measuring/cutting behind the toilet, all bent over... Nicer overall finished appearance, too, imho.

Answer 6

I will say that laminate is not the best way to go in an area that stays damp. After a lot of waer it can start to swell in the seams. (personal experience) and give your floor an uneven look. Make sure your old vynil ls scrupulously clean and no reside remains. It may effect the adhesive on press and place tiles.

Answer 7

Dont you have to take the old tiles off first?