I'm curious if anyone has experiences with tiling directly over existing tiles in a bathroom without removing the old ones first. I'm looking for options to retile my bathroom that won't make a huge mess and won't break the bank. Any advice would be appreciated!
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While some people might think it’s a lazy move, I actually tiled over ugly but good-condition tiles in my bathroom and it turned out great! I just roughened up the surface a bit and applied new tile on top. It saved me a ton of work and I avoided the dust from demo. My tiles have held up just fine for over 20 years now!
If you decide to go ahead with tiling over tiles, you’ll want to grind the top layer of the old tiles for better adhesion. But honestly, it might just be easier to rip them out and start fresh. Removing the old tiles will prevent any future regrets about needing to redo your work.
Most experts will tell you that tiling over old tiles isn't the best idea. You'll want to ensure everything adheres properly and lasts long enough. My recommendation? Tear out the old tiles. Even if they're relatively new, it's worth it for the longevity of your new tiles. Plus, you can avoid potential issues later on as your new tiles might not bond well to the old ones.
I actually disagree! If the existing tiles are solid and well-installed, you can prep them for a new layer without hassle. Sometimes it's not worth the mess of a tear-out!
This sounds promising! Did you apply it directly over the existing tiles, and was there a specific type of adhesive you used?