How To Tile Over Basement Concrete Floor

Installing tile directly on concrete.

How to tile over basement concrete floor.

In this episode we discuss what are the best basement flooring options over concrete. Ceramic and porcelain tile are so frequently installed at or above grade level on a cement board underlayment or directly on plywood that it almost seems novel to install tile directly on concrete. Step 2 cleaning the concrete flooring. Most often concrete floors are seen in basements and other out of the way places.

Skip this step and we guarantee your new tile will crack right over the cracks in the concrete. This is an optional step but can really benefit your tile installation in the long run. Concrete floors are dull drab and boring but oftentimes people lack the time or the necessity to lay down an alternative floor. The next step is to apply a concrete sealer on the floor surface.

Remove dusts and debris with a vacuum cleaner and a broom. Concrete provides one of the most stable working platforms in the world and is the preferred foundation layer for a ceramic or porcelain tile. How to lay porcelain tile over a concrete floor. Yet this application does make sense since concrete is heavy solid and is typically thought of as an unbending uncompromising material.

Then prime the concrete see photo 2 with the recommended solution consult the membrane manufacturer s literature. However if you choose to remodel your basement and need a new floor the first thing to consider is what type of floor you need. It will also provide a stronger adhesion between mortar and concrete. After mopping allow your concrete.

Mop the entire floor area of your basement as any dirt or dust is a potential hazard to the success of your tiling job. If you feel that despite all precautions the basement floor may get wet put down 2 by 4 inch sleepers cover with plastic and then install the plywood as the subfloor. Let the primer dry and then apply the membrane photos 3 and 4. Step 3 plan your layout.

Wondering what type of flooring you should be puttin. For ceramic tile nail cement boards to the concrete floor with concrete nails so they won t move then apply mastic tile and grout. Concrete floors are durable and easy to clean but not very attractive. Remove stubborn dust and dirt with a mop soaked in a solution of bleach and water.