Tile Over Washroom Laminate

On top is a clear coat called the wear layer.

Tile over washroom laminate.

Best seller home decorators collection water resistant eir silverton oak 8 mm thick x 7 1 2 in. This project involves laying ceramic tile over a laminate countertop around a top mounted kitchen sink and on both sides of a cooking range. Both floors should be swept and damp mopped regularly. Apply the new ceramic tiles with epoxy based adhesive.

While not a perfect solution to all of your countertop woes tiling over laminate just might be the fast inexpensive solution you need to carry your kitchen through for a few more years or to aid in a house sale. Wipe down the backsplash with a damp cloth to remove any dust. When laying laminate over tile the tile must be flat you can often lay a laminate over tile without any extra effort if the tile a smooth level and there isn t much depth in the grout lines. The first step in any remodeling project of this scale is to plan your layout carefully.

Over time complete removal of the grout 7 and regrouting may be needed. Pergo outlast waterproof vintage pewter oak 10 mm t x 7 48 in. Pallet 2 37 sq. The surface of laminate plank is actually a photograph of oak cherry slate marble or any other wood or stone.

If the laminate and substrate are in good condition you can tile directly on top of the laminate. Find tile look laminate flooring at lowe s today. W x 47 24 in. Consult with a flooring specialist at the place of purchase for the tiles for the best adhesive for the specific tile.

Wide x 50 2 3 in length laminate flooring 23 69 sq. L laminate flooring 549 64 sq. Both tile and laminate flooring are relatively easy to maintain. Laminate floors do not need waxing or sealing.

One alternative to full countertop replacement is to tile over the laminate. An orbital sander works great for this but be careful not to damage the countertop or wall. Laminate flooring is essentially resin impregnated paper atop a wood chip base. Ft case 1 58.

Tile however needs additional care because the grout 7 must be scrubbed and resealed about once a year. Sand the plastic laminate with coarse 50 80 grit sandpaper so the tile adhesive will adhere to it.