Asked on Feb 16, 2014
Will Bondera Tile Mat adhere to old tile
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Yar298875
I would like to change the tile in an area of about 3x3' above my built in shower. I saw the Bondera Tile Mat while shopping for tile in Home Depot and was hoping I can use it right over the old tile. Not looking forward to the work and the mess of tearing out the old tile. Hope you can help me, I'm anxious to start this project. thanks
3 answers
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Are you applying it to the ceiling or wall? Can you share a picture with us?
SawHorse Design Build
on Feb 16, 2014
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I have done tile a few times on walls and want to say that it will be very difficult to get the tile to stay in place. When you do wall tile you have to have a lathe or ledge for the tile to sit on while it dries to the wall (wall which should have durock or cement board). I can see the tile sliding right off the wall and if the older tile issues, then you will not have a good bond and new tile will adhere properly and mold and mildew will grow from the moisture that is trapped under the tiles. Ripping out tile is messy but doing it right the first time avoids the pitfalls and frustration of trying to take short cuts. Good luck with your project.
The Garden Frog with C Renee
on Feb 18, 2014
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It should be fine. I had no trouble with tiles sliding. I did not use on previous tile but I did use it over paneling without any problems. Be sure you push firmly to make sure film adheres to the tile and then when you put the tile up!
Lisa House
on Aug 23, 2015
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