Tile needs a firm, hard, inflexible substrate. If your linoleum is installed over an old wood floor, a new substrate will need to be installed over the linoleum. Vinyl will require a smooth plywood underlayment, while hard tiles will require a cement backerboard underlayment.
This new underlayment will need to be installed first with mortar, then with screws that must penetrate the old linoleum. If your linoleum contains asbestos, these screws must be installed by a professional who can take steps to prevent the asbestos from becoming airborne when the tiles are penetrated. If your tiles contain asbestos, or you are concerned about the additional height in the floor due to an underlayment, you may want to consider floating tiles.
New linoleum and vinyl tiles are available that can be floated over an existing floor. These tiles lock together on the edges, much like a laminate floor; they do not adhere to the floor below them. This effectively seals in the old floor and does not disturb the old asbestos tiles. These floating tiles can also be easily removed if you decide to remodel the floor again in several years.
Also, remember to work quickly because the mortar will dry quickly. This YouTube video really helped me understand how to trowel mortar correctly to insure the best installation. Add water to your drying thin set mortar. Adding water to drying mortar will affect the strength of the mixture and eventually cause it to fail. This encourages the best coverage and minimizes air pockets under the tile, which can cause the tile to crack in the future.
Using a large bubble level , check to make sure the tiles are level as you go. If needed, adjust unlevel tiles by gentle tapping the tile using a rubber mallet and recheck. To ensure even grout lines, use tile spacers between each tile. Tiles can shift as you work so using spacers minimizes the risk of them being irregular. If you are new to tiling, I recommend using tile leveling spacers that not only provide even spacing between tile but also help with correct leveling or each tile.
If you are nervous about having even grout lines or level flooring, I would consider using these. Check what size trowel notch to use for your size tile. This will affect the coverage and thus your adhesion of the thin set mortar. Use this chart for reference. Mix your grout as recommended on the package.
Using a rubber float, push the grout into the seams. Work in small sections, pushing the grout into the seams at a 45 degree angle. Using the long edge of thee float, remove any excess grout before moving to the next section. After minutes of curing, use a slightly damp sponge to wipe the excess grout off the tile. In doing so, make sure to not add any extra moisture into the grout. This allows the chemical bonding to begin.
If you skip this step, your grout will most likely chip and crack. Grout haze is a bi-product of grouting. Typically, you should wait 24 hours before attempting to remove any grout haze off the tile. By the same token, I recommend referring to your grout packaging for specific time tables. Finally, to remove the haze, use a microfiber or cheese cloth and some water — in circular motions, scrub the surface of the tile.
This reactivates the grout and helps remove it from the surface of the tile. To help remove stubborn grout haze, you can also use distilled vinegar or a commercial product. Once the grout has fully cured, usually for days, I highly recommend sealing it before use. If grout is not sealed it will absorb water and dirt causing it to weaken over time. At this point, I highly recommend taking the time to seal it.
Using a foam brush, old brush or bottle applicator — apply your grout sealer to your grout lines. Let rest for minutes and then wipe up with a towel. Your email address will not be published. This blog is where I love to share affordable home decor ideas, great DIYs, yummy recipes, unique crafts and so much more.
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You may also need to repair certain parts of the floor by removing bulging or damaged spots before you begin. Even floors in good shape can have bulges or spots that need to be addressed before you can begin work. Water and soap can take the first layer off, but you want to start with the best surface possible. Find a safe cleaning product to do a deep cleaning before you go further. TSP works particularly well for this job. A combination of plywood and cement backer board can also be used if you need to beef up your subfloor.
This is to make sure they fit before using any type of adhesive. Time to update your floors in the kitchen, bathroom, family room or entry area? Maybe that old linoleum in the mudroom finally needs to go? We can help you replace that old flooring with durable, high-quality porcelain, ceramic, slate, marble and granite tile.
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