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How To Install Vinyl Floor Tile
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Tired of that old floor? I'll show you a simple method of installing vinyl floor tiles. You'll be amazed in the difference it will make in your floors appearance. If you have a kitchen or bathroom in need of new flooring vinyl tiles are the way to go as they are built for durability. Before you get started you'll need to figure out how much vinyl tile flooring is needed. It's actually very simple since most vinyl floor tiles are 12" X 12" making them exactly one square foot. Simple multiply the length and width of the floor your going to tile to come up with the total square feet of tile needed. If you plan on tiling under appliances don't forget to measure that area as well. Say your floor measured 8 X 10 feet for a total of 80 square feet. Well, we already know that each tile is 1 square foot so you would need 80 tiles, but you should purchase a few extra in case of mistakes. |
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Your floor needs to be prepared before laying the vinyl tile. If you currently have tile on the floor and it's in good shape you can tile right over it. If not you will have to fill in any open spaces or gaps with a good leveling compound and smooth it out. Make sure your floor is dry and clean before installing the vinyl floor tiles. If you're tiling the bathroom it's easier in the long run to remove the toilet. If your installing the vinyl tile in the kitchen remove the appliances. Make sure all of the floor molding is removed. If you are planning on tiling over a concrete floor you may need to sand it to insure a smooth surface. Don't forget your dust mask and goggles. Tools Needed: Tape measure Let's get started: Using your tape measure you need to locate the center of the area you plan on installing the vinyl floor tiles. Measure from each of the opposite walls to find the center point. Next you need to measure the distance between the remaining walls. The easiest way to do this is to use a chalk line for both measurements to mark exactly where the lines will intersect. Using the carpenters square make sure your intersection is at a 90 degree angle. Don't peel off the back and start installing just yet. Place the unpeeled tiles in a row both directions to make sure the layout is correct. If not you'll have to adjust the center accordingly. Begin to peel the backing and lay the tiles, pressing firmly as you go. This is where your flooring roller or rolling pin comes in. Use it to insure the tiles set firmly in place. Continue installing the vinyl floor tiles until you reach a section of the floor that will need to be cut, either because it is a corner or at the edge of the floor. Next you'll need to cut the tiles. Be sure not to cut the tile on the new vinyl tiles you just installed. Use a piece of plywood or even a cutting board to make your cuts. Measure your cut and use your utility knife to cut the vinyl tile. Check for proper fit and if it's OK than you can use it for a template for the other tiles. If you incorrectly cut the tile into a wrong measurement, don't worry - that's why you bought a few extra tiles. Once cut and put into place, make sure they are pressed securely into place. Your floor roller won't work in tight areas so you will to need to use your hands. Once finished you can reinstall the moldings. Use care when moving your
appliances back into place and make sure you let the glue set for at least 24 to
48 hours before mopping the floor.
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