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Posted by Carpenter on October 9, 2005, 5:45 am
Tracey wrote:
> We have a tiny bathroom in which we want to replace the existing 6x6
> ceramic tile with new tile that's all one color. (If you ever wondered
> how many different and clashing versions of "light blue" can be
> installed in one bathroom, come and visit our house some time.)
> What made our decision to move on this sooner rather than later is that
> we were re-seating the toilet today with a new wax ring and flange and
> discovered the wood flooring under the layers of tile and other
> flooring (vinyl, maybe) was rotten.
> We plan to remove the vanity and toilet before this is done, leaving a
> pretty straightforward job - the bathroom is rectangular except, of
> course, for the curve of the tub.
> We will ask for estimates for removal of the old tile and all other
> layers of floor down to the wood and replacement of any rotten wood
> before the new tile goes down.
> Question: Will we save ourselves a lot of money pulling up the old
> floor (down to the wood) ourselves?
Probably not, but it depends on how expensive contractors are where you
live. Regardless, having time, strenght and stamina I would do that
myself to have a feeling of how much damage is hidden under the floor.
> And is it a pretty routine thing
> for tile installers to replace rotten subfloor as part of a job?
Not really. Some might say it's not their trade.
> Any guesses you might have about cost per square foot either way are
> appreciated.
Not knowing where on earth is Carmen San Diego and what tiles you're
going to use? Can't help you there, dear. As you said, ask for a couple
of estimates, with and without floor removal and board replacement.
Good luck
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> ceramic tile with new tile that's all one color. (If you ever wondered
> how many different and clashing versions of "light blue" can be
> installed in one bathroom, come and visit our house some time.)
> What made our decision to move on this sooner rather than later is that
> we were re-seating the toilet today with a new wax ring and flange and
> discovered the wood flooring under the layers of tile and other
> flooring (vinyl, maybe) was rotten.
> We plan to remove the vanity and toilet before this is done, leaving a
> pretty straightforward job - the bathroom is rectangular except, of
> course, for the curve of the tub.
> We will ask for estimates for removal of the old tile and all other
> layers of floor down to the wood and replacement of any rotten wood
> before the new tile goes down.
> Question: Will we save ourselves a lot of money pulling up the old
> floor (down to the wood) ourselves?