View Full Version : Averge installion cost per square foot
redhotmama4169
Jul 8, 2009, 09:32 AM
I'm replaceing my old flooring with peel and stick tile. I'm did all of the prep for this flooring. I would like to know the averge cost per square foot for someone to put in the tile I all ready bought, about 100 square feet.
stevetcg
Jul 8, 2009, 09:37 AM
I don't have a solid answer for you as it would depend on where you lived, but I can tell you... probably more than its worth to have someone do. The idea behind peel and stick is that its easy to do it yourself.
ac101
Jul 9, 2009, 05:21 PM
Definitely MORE THAN ITS WORTH... the peel and stick tiles are fairly easy to install but in my experience don't wear well in fact I refuse to install them because after a year or so of steady use they start to look awful. If the room isn't used much or appearance isn't really important then go for it. Unless you got a really good deal on the tiles I would seriuosly consider another flooring alternative. What type of room are these going in? What type of subfloor do you have ? Let me know if I missed anything GOOD LUCK, AC
21boat
Jul 9, 2009, 06:35 PM
The other biggest problem is if it's a lesser grade tile the will shrink over time and gaps everywhere... Doing apt change overs for years and that's use a lot in rough rentals.
stevetcg
Jul 10, 2009, 06:08 AM
In my opinion, the only use for peel and stick is a quick facelift of a horrible area to allow for an easier sale. Its really not good in livable areas, particularly in high traffic situations.
zippit
Jul 10, 2009, 06:36 AM
The trick to installing peel and stick,is to use the 3m spray adhesive,you buy it in a shacky can spray a little down before laying the peel and stick. I have to disagree with the others I laid 350 sq. ft. down in a heavily traveled room its been 8 yrs and yes its faded but with an occasional wax has proved to be a quick,do-it-yourself improvement I'm very satisfied with it..
ballengerb1
Jul 10, 2009, 01:14 PM
Rather than a spray adhesive I have used a primer made for peal and press tiles. It required 3 coats but was ready for tile in about 4 hours. I agree they are easy and they aren't always a great choice.
zippit
Jul 10, 2009, 02:24 PM
Well I used the spray adhesive and the tiles haven't budged in 8 yrs
ballengerb1
Jul 10, 2009, 02:47 PM
"Rather than a spray adhesive I have used a primer " I am just saying what I used instead of a spray adhesive. I followed the manufacturers instructions for the installation, Armstrong said to use a primer and I did.
zippit
Jul 10, 2009, 02:59 PM
Did armstrong sell the primer?
Just the adhesive works only snag is the tear out because those babies are stuck
ballengerb1
Jul 10, 2009, 03:05 PM
Armstrong does make a primer, S-185 Latex Primer And Additive
, but I used Custom Building Products :: Architects & Specification Writers :: Peel & Stick Primer (http://www.custombuildingproducts.com/ProductCatalog/SurfacePrep/WaterproofingAntiFractureMembranes/peelstick.aspx?user=arc%E2%8C%A9=en) from Home Depot.
zippit
Jul 10, 2009, 03:56 PM
Well, all I can say is looks like you took the hard route
ballengerb1
Jul 10, 2009, 04:38 PM
Not trying to be arguementative but following manufacturer directions keeps us out of trouble with home owners. If I try something not recommended and it fails I get the call back and eat the cost. What does 3m say their adhesive is for and compare that to what I gave as a link.