Tilling

[Alan R]

Hi all,

Is it possible to put new tiles over my old tiles that are in my shower, I really dont want to remove the old tiles as they are stuck onto plasterboard and trying to remove them would result in damaging the plastboard itself, then I would have to replace all the plasterboard around the shower etc and I dont want to have to mess around with electrics or plumbing as i have no idea about them so it would just be easier if I could apply new tiles over the exsiting ones, is it possible?


Thanks in advance

Alan

 

[breezer]

I am told the best "base " for tiles is Tiles

 

[Ant]

Yes, I am sure you can tile over existing tiles providing they are well fixed. Just give them a really good clean to make sure the adhesive will stick. The only areas to be careful of are where the edges of the tiles can be seen - you will obviusly see 2 thicknessess instead of 1 - you should be able to get around this with a beading or careful use of grout.

 

[Alan R]

Ah thats great news, thanks a lot.

 

[masona]

Have you thought about using plastic wall panelling for shower.Its the best thing I've ever done,which puts an end to blackened groutlines, easy to wipe & clean.I've got 3 white moulded panels for 3 sides which is then cut down to size and fix over the existing tiles onto the shower tray + sealant on the bottom.They approx £40 a sheet.No more re-grouting etc