Flooring Tile - vinyl floor removal off a ceramic tile
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08-27-01, 09:39 AM
I have a ceramic floor in my bathroom. The previous owner installed a vinyl floor over it. I would like to remove the vinyl and restore the ceramic. How do I get all the adhesive off the tile?
John Bridge
08-29-01, 02:34 PM
Hi Kim,
Some of the adhesives are water soluble. Try leaving a puddle of water on a section of the floor for an hour or so.
If that doesn't work, you'll need a chemical stripper. You can usually find something at a paint store.
Some of the adhesives are water soluble. Try leaving a puddle of water on a section of the floor for an hour or so.
If that doesn't work, you'll need a chemical stripper. You can usually find something at a paint store.