vinyl tiles over linoleum
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vinyl tiles over linoleum
I want to lay 12x12 self stick vinyl tiles in my kitchen. The existing floor is covered with sheet linoleum. The edges are curling, cracking and torn in places, so it's too bad to glue back down. The floor is already raised so I can't put down a new underlayment. I thought I could just pull the linoleum up but the paper backing and adhesive is sticking to the floor underneath. What can I do so tiles will stick? I don't mind manual labor, but I'm on a tight budget and don't have much time to complete job. Please help.
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Originally Posted by gdwright3
I want to lay 12x12 self stick vinyl tiles in my kitchen. The existing floor is covered with sheet linoleum. The edges are curling, cracking and torn in places, so it's too bad to glue back down. The floor is already raised so I can't put down a new underlayment. I thought I could just pull the linoleum up but the paper backing and adhesive is sticking to the floor underneath. What can I do so tiles will stick? I don't mind manual labor, but I'm on a tight budget and don't have much time to complete job. Please help.
Consider that if the linoleum is older, you might be facing asbestos. Also, if there is a significant amount of adhesive residue, you'll need to remove it. You can do this manually, with a paint scraper, a heat gun, water and dish soap, or mineral spirits. It depends on the type of adhesive.