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marychi
05-13-06, 09:03 AM
I've been doing some searching about how best to replace my old (20 years) vinyl tile in kitchen. I wanted sheet vinyl but would have to remove all the old stuff, highly labor intensive and difficult. The tile was installed over other tile over concrete. Lots of glue and dust!
Is laminate easier to install? I saw some laminte that looks like stone, and its nice. Is there any kind of flooring that can successfully go over the vinyl without unsightly bumps? This is a do it yourself project. The stores' estimate to install are a fortune for this small kitchen.
Is laminate easier to install? I saw some laminte that looks like stone, and its nice. Is there any kind of flooring that can successfully go over the vinyl without unsightly bumps? This is a do it yourself project. The stores' estimate to install are a fortune for this small kitchen.
twelvepole
05-15-06, 06:29 PM
If existing floor surface is secure and flat, a laminate floor can easily be floated over the old flooring. Height of new floor, transitions and other trim, and undercutting door jambs are some other considerations.
Annette
05-16-06, 02:45 PM
FLAT is the key word here. if your floor now has "unsightly bumps", they need to be taken care of before ANY new flooring can be installed.
marychi
05-17-06, 11:00 AM
Thanks for the replies. I think the floor is flat enough. When I mopped it with some water, there is only one spot where the water pooled a little, about 8 inch circle, 1/8" deep.
Do I need to level that, or is it small enough to not worry?
Also, do you think the cuts can be made with hand saws rather than power saw? I don't have a power saw, only a miter saw at present
Do I need to level that, or is it small enough to not worry?
Also, do you think the cuts can be made with hand saws rather than power saw? I don't have a power saw, only a miter saw at present
Annette
05-17-06, 11:19 AM
don't "think", know! check it with a 6 foot level or straightedge. the floor can only deviate 1/8" in a 6 foot span, or you'll have bouncy places that will eventually crack & separate. but that one dip would be okay.
i suppose you could use a handsaw, but the job will take you 10 times as long to complete. a power mitre saw is the best tool for the job. the cut ends go on the perimeter so they don't have to be perfect, but your arm will get awfully sore if you make all the cuts by hand. however, you may need to rip (cut lengthwise) a few boards, so a circular saw would come in handy, too. i'd rent these power tools for the weekend & get-r-done quicker & easier. or buy them. they'd be a good investment and you will no doubt need them again sometime. buying tools on an as needed basis is the best way to build a good, usable collection.
i suppose you could use a handsaw, but the job will take you 10 times as long to complete. a power mitre saw is the best tool for the job. the cut ends go on the perimeter so they don't have to be perfect, but your arm will get awfully sore if you make all the cuts by hand. however, you may need to rip (cut lengthwise) a few boards, so a circular saw would come in handy, too. i'd rent these power tools for the weekend & get-r-done quicker & easier. or buy them. they'd be a good investment and you will no doubt need them again sometime. buying tools on an as needed basis is the best way to build a good, usable collection.