Can you tile over existing tiles?

Question

We've got ceramic wall tiles in the kitchen that are firmly stuck but we don't like the colour. Can new tiles go on top, or does the old layer have to come off first?

Azar · Answer

Preference would be to take off to avoid any issues over longer term but saying that It is possible to fit over old tiles

Colin · Answer

is it the floor?if so you cn tile iwith. flexible adhesive

Michael · Answer

Hi.
Yes You can tile on the top of the tiles.The big problem is with trims as You will end up with the gap at the back.Taking existing tiles off would probably mean replacing plasterboard and is quite messy and noisy.Majority of my customers decide to get the tiles off as it leaves a lot better finish.Hope this helps.

Petr · Answer

Yes, you can tile over existing tiles. In the past I used primer from mapei (must have) and it was good.

Wesley · Answer

Yes it can be done, not best practice, but ensuring their primed and using a proper powder bag adhesive (Not pre mix tub rubbish) they will grab the existing ones fine. I've ripped out both kitchens and bathrooms with multiple layers of tiles that have clearly been bonded for years. So you have nothing to worry about, it's just not best practice. I hope this helps.

Can you tile over existing tiles?

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