It is recommended to sand the floor using 80 grit sandpaper.
How to lay wood tile on concrete floor.
Finish laying the tiles for the first couple of rows placing 1 8 inch spacers in between the tiles and frequently checking that the tiles are even and level.
Then use a square tool to check that the lines are perpendicular to one another.
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Use a thin set product to install ceramic tile over existing tiles.
Test how it will look like by laying the tile without adhesive.
Use spacers for accuracy.
Make a final check with the level to be sure all the high and low spots are gone.
Cut pieces as you go.
Now that you have a reference point you can be sure that the first row of tiles will be properly aligned.
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Before you install file flooring follow the directions above for fixing high spots and low spots in a wood or concrete subfloor.
Leave at least 1 4 inch around the perimeter of the room to accommodate for expansion which is covered with baseboard.
Cuts edge tiles using a tile cutting board or a tile wet saw.
Then vacuum the floor with a wet dry vac or sweep it with a broom.
Lay the floor parallel to longest wall in the room.
Use a chalk line to mark your starting point on the concrete floor.
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You don t want be trapped in a corner and have to walk on the newly installed floors.