Can I put stone over a flat tile faced tile fireplace surround?

by Jo-Ann Wright

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The fireplace has 18" beige tile and beige grout. The tile and grout are in great shape but not pleasing to look at. Must I demolish it and rebuild or can I put the stone over the tile?

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Adrienne Carrie Hubbard | Crafty Little Gnome on Feb 07, 2019

You can put stone right on top!

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- Jo-Ann Wright on Feb 07, 2019
  
  I was hoping so. Thank you.
  
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Kmdreamer on Feb 07, 2019

You could put it over it just prep the surface good with tile glue.

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- Jo-Ann Wright on Feb 07, 2019
  
  Thanks. I was hoping someone knew whether it could be done or not. Thanks.
  
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William on Feb 07, 2019

Best to remove the old tile. The added weight can cause both tiles to fall off.

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- Jo-Ann Wright on Feb 07, 2019
  
  Thanks for the input, William.
  
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Shore grandmom on Feb 07, 2019

How far will it stick out? What do you plan on doing with the rough ends and top? I think for the best result, that you should remove the old stuff first.

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- Jo-Ann Wright on Feb 07, 2019
  
  Thanks
  
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- Jo-Ann Wright on Feb 07, 2019
  
  The fireplace is modern and does not stick out in the room at all. It also doesn't go to the ceiling. I've built a beautiful mantle.
  
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- Shore grandmom on Feb 08, 2019
  
  Depending on how thick the stone is, it will probably stick out some. How thick is the stone and what are you going to use for the edges? And, I know the first couple that answered you said that you could put it over tile, it really is best to remove the old tile first. William is right that the extra weight could pull off the tile and your new stone with it. You should really think twice before possibly wasting all that time and money.
  
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