tile countertop over laminate
#1
03-20-02, 07:18 AM
tile countertop over laminate
I plan to tile over an existing laminate countertop. Can I apply the thinset directly to the laminate or do I need to do a backerboard? Also, I don't plan to remove the sink- is it OK to just cut tile around the sink and then just grout between the sink and cut tiles? I am a novice home improver with little tiling experience.
#2
03-20-02, 04:03 PM
Hi
You know, I've never tried putting tile directly over laminate...I'm sure the TILE POLICE would not be amused. 1/4 inch backerboard would be a good idea..glued down with thin set and nailed or screwed down. One thing for sure...the sink should come out before you tile the counter. It's almost impossibe to get a nice clean cut edge around the sink. Tile up to the sink opening...the flange on the sink will hide all the cut tile on the edge.
You know, I've never tried putting tile directly over laminate...I'm sure the TILE POLICE would not be amused. 1/4 inch backerboard would be a good idea..glued down with thin set and nailed or screwed down. One thing for sure...the sink should come out before you tile the counter. It's almost impossibe to get a nice clean cut edge around the sink. Tile up to the sink opening...the flange on the sink will hide all the cut tile on the edge.
