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    Feb 7, 2010, 01:07 PM
    Tile over vinyl over concrete
    I Have a job in my kitchen where I currently have vinyl flooring over slab on grade concrete, I am wondering can I put 1/4 inch backer board, warm floor system and porcelin tile over this if so how would I adhere the backer board ?
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    Feb 7, 2010, 01:33 PM

    I would remove the vinyl flooring. Use a heat gun if it's glued down. You can get one for $23 at Home Depot.
    Wagner Met 1220 Heat Gun - 30002 at The Home Depot
    This will save you some money since you won't have to put the cement backerboard down.
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    Feb 10, 2010, 08:55 AM

    I agree with pattyg2. Remove vinyl tile. Also if u have dishwasher, install new tile under dishwasher. If u don't and dishwasher has to be replaced in future it will be very hard to get out.

    Good luck

    Chuck
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