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It is advisable to wait a minimum of 28 days before tiling over newly poured concrete. This is because concrete needs time to cure and dry, allowing it to reach its full strength and prevent the tiles from cracking or coming loose over time. Once the waiting period has passed, the concrete surface should be thoroughly cleaned to remove any debris, and a primer or bonding agent may be necessary to ensure proper adhesion of the tiles. Following manufacturer instructions and consulting with a professional can help ensure a successful installation.
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How do you install tile over exiting tile?
You can tile over existing tile although it isn't reccomended. You would be safer by removing the tile and then installing the new tile. But, if you wanted to tile over existing tile you would have to make sure all the tile is even and not lose. If the tile is lose or uneven it will caused the new tile and grout to crack or pop out.
Can you lay ceramic tiles over vinel tiles?
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.
Do you have to do anything special when laying tile over tile?
The first thing you want to do is be sure that the original tile is secure and even. If it is loose, or uneven the new tile may pop out or crack under normal wear and tear. If it is uneven or unsecure you can lay a sub-floor to give the new tile a even base.
What happens when installed ceramic tile is not level?
you can hide some leveling issues with the grout, but if it's really noticeable then the surface wasn't leveled out first (self-leveling concrete) or the person laying the tile didn't know what he was doing. the good thing about tile is that you can chip out the bad area, reset new tile and re-grout to fix it. you don't have to tear out the whole room or counter
Can you wax tile floors?
If its new VCT probably, and you will need to strip the old wax & rinse good so there is no stripper residue.. it eats your new wax over time.... If it ceramic tiles NO.
How do you replace the decorative tile border on a concrete pool?
To replace the decorative tile border on a concrete pool, the pool will have to be drained. The old tile needs to be taken off and a new tile with waterproof grout or concrete can be installed. The pool should dry for a week or so, before it is refilled.
How do you install tile over exiting tile?
You can tile over existing tile although it isn't reccomended. You would be safer by removing the tile and then installing the new tile. But, if you wanted to tile over existing tile you would have to make sure all the tile is even and not lose. If the tile is lose or uneven it will caused the new tile and grout to crack or pop out.
How soon can tiles be applied ro new concrete?
The tiles can be applied to a new concrete after about three days.
How do you walk on concrete tile roofs?
Carefully and you wallk on the fronts of the tiles, if you step in the midle of the tile they are more prone to break, especialy if they are new.
Is it safe to tile a concrete patio outside in a climate like New Jersey?
No! Dont be silly, doofus
Should a toilet closet flange over new marble tile or tile bump up against it?
The toilet should sit on top of the new tile.
Can you lay ceramic tiles over vinel tiles?
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.
Can you put ceramic tile over ceramic tile?
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.
How do you rough up the old tile to install new tile on top of it?
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.
Can you glue tile on top of tile?
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.
Can you put tile over tile on a shower wall?
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
Can you tile over fireplace tiles?
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.
