Can I lay new porcelain over original tile?
I have original 1965 pink octagon tile in my bathroom, can I lay new porcelain tile over it, or do I need to remove it all first? It is still in good condition.
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Hi Janet, you can paint the tile,easier than putting down new tile. Hope you will try this. Good luck. Floor Tile Paint? Yes, You Can Paint Floor Tiles! Here's How. | Curbly
How to paint a tile floor: Clean the tiles and grout thoroughly with TSP cleaner using water and a mop. Be sure to open all the windows and set up fans. Working in small sections, apply the primer to the grout with a brush and to the tiles themselves with a long handled roller. Let the primer dry completely.
Hi again Janet the easiest way again is to remove the old tile I know it sounds a little Strang saying that but if you lay tile on tile at one place or another the seams will match up and that is a cracking point in time. You really need to put down backing board and then thin set ( glue )and then the tile. again its not the cheapest way but it is the best I would pick option 2. Patrick
It's best to remove it. It will be difficult because it may have a layer of cement and razor wire under it. Make sure that you have a good set of work gloves and wear long sleeves and pants to try to protect your arms and legs. But once it's gone, you'll have a clean slate to work with. You'll be able to check for mold and water damage from leaks that were not noticed. Use green board on the walls, except the tub/shower area. That area should have cement board.