Can I install floor tile heating under existing tiled floors?
FLOORSUREUnfortunately not. The installation of tile heating can only be done before the tiles are laid. If however you have purchased a new existing home without tile heating, you can have a carpet heater installed under a loose lay rug to negate the problem.
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FLOORSUREWe would prefer that you did not. Floor heating systems are professionally installed through our trained personnel.
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Caribbean Tile and Stone - || FAQ About Tiles ||Yes. If the old tiles are high-gloss, we recommend sanding them down first to increase bonding strength. Then use a high-strength latex thinset to install the new tile.
Related QuestionsCan I install cork tile over an existing ceramic tile floor?
Cork Flooring Frequently Asked Questions | DuroDesignYou first need to flatten the floor with a skim coat of a Portland cement based patching compound. Or, you can simply install a floating clic cork floor directly over the existing tile.
Related QuestionsHow quickly can I expect my tiled floor to get warm with Cablewarm™ heating mats?
Electric Under Floor Heating FAQsThis depends on a number of factors like the sub-floor type and insulation: a cement sub-floor will be slow to warm without a thermal insulation barrier, creating a significant drag on the performance of the floor heating. A layer of high quality insulation will have a dramatic effect in these circumstances, speeding up the initial warm up times to within 15-20 minutes. We recommend the use of Fastwarm® underfloor heating insulation.
Related QuestionsCan you install wall tile on the floor?
Caribbean Tile and Stone - || FAQ About Tiles ||No. Wall tile has a lower breaking strength than floor tile. By installing wall tile on floors, you run the risk of the tile cracking or breaking over time.
Related QuestionsHow Difficult is Floor Heating to Install?
Unipipe Ireland - Heating, Plumbing and Floor Heating, Woode...It's not difficult at all! The pipe is really easy to handle because of its metal core and it is simply laid out as per the AutoCAD drawings Unipipe provide. There are no joints to be made in the floor and the manifolds, which the pipes are connected to, are pre-assembled and just need fixing to the wall. Unipipe will also provide schematic layouts showing interconnection to boilers, cylinders etc. to ensure compatibility.
Related QuestionsCan I use mastic to install floor tile?
Design Stone Gallery - FAQIt is preferred to use a thinset mortar for floors, but in residential use, mastic can be used with tile up to 6" x 6" in size on floors.
Related QuestionsPort St. Lucie, Florida Tile and Marble Contractor: Chris Bo...It is preferred to use a thin set mortar for floors, but in residential use, you can use mastic with tile up to 6x6 on floors. Of you are installing tile in an area that is going to be exposed to water conditions, use a mastic that is water-proof so that it will hold up well. This is very important. If you are applying floor tile in areas not exposed to water you can use a mastic that is not water-proof. Epoxy adhesives are also available but their drying times can be difficult to control.Related Questions
Can I install vinyl tile on a concrete floor?
depot-tile.com - Frequently Asked QuestionsConcrete Floors must not contain a sealer or finish of any kind. For installing below grade (below floor level, like in basements), we recommend Basement Proofer to prepare concrete floors. First, clean the sub-floor for any remaining dirt and grease. Tiles must be in the room of installation for at least 2 days to stabilize temperature. Never use polyurethane over vinyl tile.
Related QuestionsAre There Any Special Requirements for Tiled Floors?
Unipipe Ireland - Heating, Plumbing and Floor Heating, Woode...Not really, but some tiles such as Terracotta can often get a hairline crack due to the settlement of the under structure, so a Latex additive could be used with the grout. Attention should also be given to adequate expansion joints in large areas and also weak points such as doorways between tiled rooms.
Related QuestionsWhich type of floors work best for radiant floor heating?
Applegate Wood Flooring: FAQsWe suggest an engineered product using a floating installation. Oak is an ideal species for this purpose, while we usually discourage maple and pecan for radiant floor heating.
Related QuestionsCan Amtico be installed on radiant (under floor heating) floors?
Flooring Company Haslemere Surrey Alan Baker Flooring Carpet...Yes , providing the surface temperature does not exceed 27C (80F). Remember to switch off the heating for 48 hours before and after the installation.
Related QuestionsDo I need to be an expert to install the under floor heating system?
Electric Under Floor Heating FAQsAll underfloor cable heating mats come with a full set of heating mat installation instructions. Most small to medium size underfloor cable heating systems can be installed on a DIY basis but it is recommended that a fully qualified electrician connects the cable heating system to the household mains.
Related QuestionsCan I install ceramic tile directly over my old ceramic tile floor?
Ontario ceramic tile technical info - ceramic tile installat...Ceramic tile can be bonded to ceramic tile with a polymer modified thinset BUT your installation will only be as good as the weakest tile in the old installation.
Related QuestionsHow do I care for my tiled floor?
Hynes Tiles, Ceramic and porcelain wall and floor tile exper...A. Again, this depends on the type of tile you choose. Generally speaking, our floor tiles can be mopped regularly with tile cleaners. We also have stronger cleaners for the initial cleaning, products that are designed to remove any grout residue. These products may also be used to remove most stubborn marks on your floor. Porcelains and some natural products like terracotta and slate require different products; we can give you all the information and a demonstration in the showroom.
Related QuestionsCan you do my floor tile also?
Bestway Luxury Bath SolutionsOur technicians do not install floor tile, but we can recommend and coordinate with tile contractors to give your bathroom a completely new look.
Related QuestionsCan I use Villaboard® Lining over an existing floor and tile over it?
FAQs | James HardieAnswer: No, Villaboard® cannot be used on floors. Tile and Slate Underlay is the product to use for this application.
Related QuestionsI have a radiant heat floor. Can I install ceramic tile directly over it?
Great Western Flooring - FAQ'sDepending upon the type of system you have, it is usually possible to install ceramic over radiant heat floors. Some applications will require a membrane in between the tile and subfloor. Ask your contractor what is best for you. One of the rubs against ceramic tile is that it is cold and hard. There are floor heating systems available to make your floor more comfortable to the touch, but in terms of hardness, yes, ceramic is much like hardwood in that it doesn’t have much give.
Related QuestionsCan I use mastic to install ceramic floor tile?
Caribbean Tile and Stone - || FAQ About Tiles ||No. Mastic is best used for wall tile, especially in high-humidity areas. For most floor installation, we recommend latex thinset.
Related QuestionsCan I install a vinyl floor directly over my existing vinyl floor?
Great Western Flooring - FAQ'sIf your original vinyl floor was installed using a full spread adhesive method, then you can apply an embossing leveler to the original vinyl to smooth it out and then install the new vinyl.
Related QuestionsCan we install a hardwood floor over an existing vinyl floor?
TDI Custom Design FlooringYes and no. Is the vinyl flooring is tightly secured to the subfloor? Does the vinyl flooring have a thick cushion attached? If the vinyl floor is thin and well secured to the subfloor you may be able to float a wood floor over it. In some situations you may be able nail/staple a wood floor over it also. If the wood subfloor is sound you may be able to nail a solid wood floor over the top.
Related QuestionsCan I install a new floor over my existing timber floor?
FAQ Frequently asked questions Hardwood Floors, Timber Floor...Absolutely! As long as the existing floor is level, you can lay a new floor over the top. However bare in mind that the new floor installed will raise from 12mm to 19mm depending on the thickness of the floor you choose to have installed.
Related QuestionsWhat if my contractor doesn't know how to install a radiant floor heating system?
Radiant Heating FAQWe can help your contractor with the knowledge needed to install a radiant floor heating system. Our Technicians not only know the products and procedures, but have actually installed them.
Related QuestionsCan I install my solid wood floor over a radiant heating system?
Frequently asked Questions - Capital HardwoodYes, you can install a 3/4'' or 9/16'' solid wood floor over a radiant heating system, provided you know how the latter works and how it may react to flooring. Solid wood floors installed over such a system must meet certain specifications and recommendations.
Related QuestionsWhat if I want to install radiant floor heating in my building?
am-cor inc.The am-cor? system was developed with this type of heating in mind. It is our opinion that solar based radiant is the most efficient way to heat a structure, saving both cost of purchase and operation of HVAC equipment. Radiant floors and ceilings may be heated by a gas-fired boiler, or by solar panels with gas backup. So for a little more than the cost of a large water heater, gentle heat may be distributed throughout interiors via the structure itself.
Related QuestionsDo I need expansion joints on my tiled floor?
FLOORSUREAbsolutely. All tiled floors need expansion joints and with heating installed the need for expansion joints is even more critical.
Related QuestionsHow do I clean my original Victorian tiled floor?
Tile cleaning, grout cleaning, grout sealer, grout cleaner, ...Many people 'discover' a wonderful, original Victorian style floor when they move into a new (old) home or maybe lift a hall carpet or other floor covering. These floors are typified by small unglazed clay tiles in earthy colours; red, black, buff, sometimes with white, blue and green elements, laid in geometric repeating patterns with sometimes quite elaborate borders. The usual problem with these floors is a build up of waxes, polishes and many years of general dirt and grime.
Related QuestionsI have asbestos floor tile/linoleum. Can I take it up myself?
Asbestos FAQTypically the removal and disposal of that type of asbestos containing material is not regulated by EPA (even commercially) if it is in good condition. If the material can be taken up with no significant breakage, there is little risk for fiber release.
Related QuestionsHow do I clean ceramic tile floors?
Cleaning Advice - Check out our carpet and disaster recovery...Ceramic tile floors don't need any wax or floor finish, and all you have to do is sweep and mop them regularly to keep them clean and shiny. Mop with clear water (or add just a dab of liquid dish detergent), and change the water as soon as it gets cloudy. Too much soap or dirty water will leave a dulling or sticky film. Don't use brown or black nylon-backed scrub pads on ceramic tile, or you could scratch the surface.
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