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  • Mar 6, 2008, 10:35 PM
    rbsdkp
    Ceramic tile over vynal
    Can you just rough up the vynal and thinset on top, or do you have to put down a underlayment such as durrarock or hardiboard? This would be in an existing bathroom.
  • Mar 7, 2008, 03:45 AM
    tickle
    Roughing up the vinyl would be harder then just ripping it out, IMO. Do it properly the first time and you won't have problems after.
  • Mar 7, 2008, 04:46 PM
    massplumber2008
    Tickle said it. You want a permanent installation, go with 1/4" hardibacker and then tile. Set the new threshold on old floor and butt up to that with the 1/4" hardibacker board (tape seams and use their screws and screwbit) and then tile.. threshold hides transition to hallway or bedroom.

    This leaves the toilet flange 1/2" below the finished floor so will need to purchase a toilet flange extender kit and an extra thick toilet wax gasket to install the toilet correctly.

    Get back to us if you have any questions. Take care... MARK

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