How can I cover up cracks in ceramic tile?
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The ceramic tile has begun to crack in my kitchen and living room. Could I put either sheet vinyl or vinyl squares over the top of the existing tiles, and should I put lauan down first?
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Before doing a cosmetic fix, find out why you tiles are cracking. It could be structural problem. A structural engineer would be able to check it out for you. And after you resolve the issue, then yes, I would put down lauan first.
I would paint the cracks with a carefully mixed blend to match the tile. Best wishes ☺️
If its possible to squeeze a little grout in the crack I'd try it. If its really a bad wide crack maybe with careful chipping & prying you can get it out & replace the tile. As a last try I'd smear some really heavy duty glue in and on this crack to keep the nasty out till it can be repaired by a tile expert.
Use a Grout saw to SCORE the opening, grout it with same COLOR of tile SANDED GROUT.
You will need to repair the cracks first otherwise the vinyl could be compromised and you won't be happy with the result. I would rip up the tile and start fresh.