It avoids the time consuming messy tear out process.
Can you put tile over tile floor.
Grind them down with a grinder.
You can lay new ceramic tile right over the old using the prep techniques we show here.
These 8 tiles not only date the room but the excessive darker grout lines can actually make the room seem smaller than it actually is.
Otherwise the excess weight can cause structural issues.
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If the original tile is still in excellent condition then it is possible to install tile over tile but the proper steps must be taken in order to complete the project correctly.
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.
And it lasts for 20 years.
The result of this type of installation is especially dramatic if you re changing to a larger size tile as we are in this kitchen.
Roughen the tile with 80 grit sandpaper.
Tile on tile or as i say it.
Press the tile onto the floor.
Tile can even be installed over an existing tile floor.
As long as your new tiles have a solid foundation you can use this technique for a faster refresh.