How to Install Vinyl Tiles Over Existing Floor

The best of installing vinyl tiles is that, you can install them right over your exiting floor. This means, they help you save cost two ways. First, they are most inexpensive flooring material. And second, you do not have to invest much on preparing the subfloor too.

Here is a small stepwise guide to install vinyl tiles over your existing floor –

1. Assess the condition of the floor. You will need to ensure that the old floor is in good condition. The tiles on it should not be damaged, cracked, or chipped. In addition, there should be no uneven areas on the floor. And it should be clean and smooth throughout.
2. If one or more tiles are lose or shaking, you will need to fix them before installing vinyl tiles.
3. Remove fixtures from the area where you have to work.
4. Fix the height of the doors, before applying tiles, because applying tiles over tile floor will increase the height of the floor.
5. Keep your tile placement or layout plan ready. Plan it in advance. If you want, you can dry install tiles to find the right layout; this will also give you an idea which tiles you will need to cut. Cut them and keep them aside.
6. Apply the tiles as per your layout idea.

Once vinyl tiles have been installed, it is time to run a heavy roller over the floor. This helps ensure that tiles are glued firmly over the base.

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