Self Adhesive Vinyl Tile

[Ken]

Are there any problems to be aware of when putting down SAVT over existing sheet vinyl? Any additional prep needed, suggestions, tips???

[roger61611]

Just clean the existing tile real good. IMO, SAVT sticks best to a smooth, clean surface.

[borgunit]

You will need to "roughen" the surface and also make sure it is perfectly clean. "Rougheners or liquid sanders" are available at places like Lowes.

[JimL]

Pull out the fridge and give it a try first, but laying a few tile on your existing vinyl before doing the whole room.

Let it sit overnight and see if it sticks okay.

[Buck Turgidson]

tips???

If the existing vinyl has a texture to it, it will telegraph through to the new tiles. You can remedy that by using a floo rlevelling compound which is essentially auto body putty that you trowel and smooth onto the old tiles prior to putting on the new.