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A number of factors come into play here in regards to a successful installation over tile. In this case we're referring to ceramic tile. Providing the existing tile is sound and secured securely to the subfloor a floating floor is the preferred method. However, finished flooring height can cause problems with adjourning floor coverings, door swings, entries, and appliances; should they be in the installation area.
For instance let's say the ceramic tile is 3/8" in height. By adding a floating engineered hardwood you increase the overall height of the floor. Considering thicknesses of hardwood floors that can be floated can vary from 5/16" up to 9/16" adjacent carpet areas are now much lower that can create trip hazards. Installers generally improve this situation by ramping the carpeted subfloor area with shims. This allows for a less noticeable transition because hardwood flooring manufacturers do not produce a true transition piece that deals with this issue.
Glue down engineered hardwoods are a possible alternative, but should only be considered by very experienced professionals. One needs a flat and acceptable tile surface to accomplish successfully. One that has also been modified by scarifying to accept a good adhesive bond. In my opinion, removal of tile will provide a better overall solution to the above possible alternatives.
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Are hardwood floors more expensive than tile floors?
Hardwood floors are generally more expensive than tile floors because they are harder to maintain. However, higher quality tile floors can cost more than hardwood floors.
What is better for resale hardwood floors or ceramic tile?
Hardwood floors. They look much nicer.
Can you install travertine tile over hardwood floors?
This is not a good idea without using a cement /mortar board underlayment.
How to lay tile over hardwood floor?
You should not tile on top of a hardwood floor. If you do, it will crack as the wood underneath will expand and contract throughout the seasons. Instead you should be installing on top of some sort of concrete floor. You could either add mud/self leveling mix or cement board. You may also want to remove the hardwood first, if you can.
Can wood floors be refinished after tile has been installed over it?
Yes, but first remove the tile...:-) Actually, the trick is to remove the tile without gouging the hardwood floor beneath. Some surface scratching is inevitable while removing the tile but you want to keep it to a minimum. The sanding process when refinishing will eliminate any blemishes that are not to deep.
Are hardwood floors more expensive than tile floors?
Hardwood floors are generally more expensive than tile floors because they are harder to maintain. However, higher quality tile floors can cost more than hardwood floors.
What is better for resale hardwood floors or ceramic tile?
Hardwood floors. They look much nicer.
Are cannister vaccuums better for cleaning hardwood floors?
yes they are excellent and better for cleaning hardwood floors. It is highly recommended from many sources to use them on hardwood floors. They work best on hardwood and tile floors.
Can you do hardwood floors and tile floors in same home?
Yes. I have done it. First have the hardwood floor installed. After the hardwood floor is installed have the tile installer install the tile. The reason for this is that the hardwood is very firm and has little room for adjustment. An excellent tile installer can adjust the height of the tile to be flush and level with the hardwood floor with little or no seem. When its done it looks beautiful.
Are Bruce hardwood floors good for the kitchen?
Bruce hardwood floors are good in kitchens, but not as good as tile floors, which are resistant to stains and burns.
Can you install travertine tile over hardwood floors?
This is not a good idea without using a cement /mortar board underlayment.
Can you hear rats running around?
Yes if you're very quiet and you have tile or hardwood floors.
Why are house floors with carpet quieter than house floors with tile or hardwood?
Because the carpet absorbs the sound of anything against it and the hard floors just make the sound echo.
How do you remove ceramic tile glue residue from tile after installing ceramic tile floors?
It depends on the type of ceramic adhesive. Many of them can be taken off tile with lacquer thinner on a rag.
Why can some steam cleaners be used on tile floors but not on hardwood floors?
because wood and water dont mix! you should never do anything more than DAMP mop hardwood, if its that dirty get on your hands and knees and scrub it
How to lay tile over hardwood floor?
You should not tile on top of a hardwood floor. If you do, it will crack as the wood underneath will expand and contract throughout the seasons. Instead you should be installing on top of some sort of concrete floor. You could either add mud/self leveling mix or cement board. You may also want to remove the hardwood first, if you can.
Can wood floors be refinished after tile has been installed over it?
Yes, but first remove the tile...:-) Actually, the trick is to remove the tile without gouging the hardwood floor beneath. Some surface scratching is inevitable while removing the tile but you want to keep it to a minimum. The sanding process when refinishing will eliminate any blemishes that are not to deep.
