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Posted by RayV on July 15, 2006, 9:17 pm
krw wrote:
> sscully2.trash@cogeco.trash.ca says...
> > I have a main floor powder room that I want to renovate. One item is a new
> > ceramic floor. It currently has a linoleum floor. I have a couple of
> > questions. Is it ok to put the new floor over top of the linoleum?
>
> I wouldn't (and didn't). I don't like the idea of a hard tile
> surface on a softer sub-floor. Tile is enough expense and work to
> put down, I'd do the additional work to take up the linoleum (or
> vinyl). Things may get diceier if the flooring is asbestos, but
> I'd still rip it up (or move).
>
I agree, rip it up and put down cement board or similar if the subfloor
has any flex at all. Unless you do use the leveling compound.
> > Also, if
> > I use levelling compound, do I have to put a raised edge around the floor
> > and the toilet drain to stop it from flowing?
>
The leveling compund will flow into cracks and gaps, it is about the
consistency of mustard when it is first mixed. Like Keith said you
don't need it if your floor is flat. If you do use it, mix enough to
do the whole floor in one batch. It needs a little help to self-level,
I used an old broom to spread it out. Also make sure you aren't going
to cause problems with your toilet, if the floor is too high at the
connection it could be difficult to fix.
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