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    Mar 20, 2007, 07:17 AM
    Stained concrete to tile
    I am wanting to cover my stained concrete with slate tile. I have been told that stained sealed concrete creates a barrier that tile will not adhere to. I am just wondering if anyone has ever covered stained concrete with tile before and if they had any problems.

    Any ideas on this are welcomed!!
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    Mar 20, 2007, 07:52 AM
    You should clean the concrete with a cleaner that will etch it. First, describ the room and application you plan. Is this an interior room, basement, where are you located. Putting slate on a below grade floor can be a problem in some climates.

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