We want to install ceramic tile in our kitchen.
How to install ceramic floor tile over linoleum.
The skim coat was done to prevent removing the older floor because it could contain asbestos due to its age.
We have a vinyl linoleum floor with a skim coat underneath and underneath that another vinyl linoleum floor that is pretty old.
Make a tighter floor so that your tiles will lay flat by fastening with 1 rust proof screws or nails.
After the thin layer has dried which should take about 30 minutes use a notched trowel to add a second layer over the first layer taking care to create even ridges over the surface.
Often when linoleum is installed only the edges and center are spot glued.
More tips for tiling over linoleum.
This poses a challenge when installing tiles directly over top of it.
How to install porcelain tile over linoleum.
When you re ready to install tile over linoleum a thin layer of mortar should be spread over the floor s surface with a flat edged trowel.
Portions of the linoleum floor can come up at any time.
Be prepared to make numerous cuts in the tile in order to accommodate them.
We are on a concrete slab foundation.