Install SPC Flooring Directly Over Tiles for a Hassle-Free Upgrade
Floor renovation is often an important step in home renovation. Traditional methods often require the removal of old floors, which is time-consuming and expensive. However, SPC flooring provides us with an alternative that is both beautiful and practical. It can be laid directly on existing tiles, eliminating the trouble of removal, thus saving time and cost, making the home renovation process easier and more efficient.
Advantages of SPC Flooring
- Decorative: A variety of textures and colors can imitate the appearance of natural wood or stone.
- Durability: Excellent wear resistance, suitable for high-traffic use environments.
- Waterproof: 100% waterproof, suitable for wet areas such as kitchens and bathrooms.
- Easy to install: It can be installed directly on a variety of existing floors, including tiles, usually in a floating installation.
Precautions for Laying SPC Flooring
- Check the flatness of the ground: SPC flooring has high requirements for flatness, ensure that the surface of the tile is smooth, and avoid height differences exceeding 2–3 mm. If there are bumps, they need to be repaired first.
- Check the height of the finished surface: After adding SPC flooring, pay attention to the adaptability of the door bottom space and skirting, and make adjustments if necessary.
- Choose professional underlayment: Add underlayment between tiles and SPC flooring to improve comfort and sound insulation. Choosing the right underlayment can extend the lifespan of the floor.
- Clean tiles: Make sure the surface of the tiles is clean and free of impurities such as dust, grease, etc.
- Installation method: Reserve 3–5 mm expansion joints on the wall to cope with expansion or contraction caused by temperature changes.
- Environmental impact: Avoid long-term exposure to high temperatures, especially in direct sunlight.
- Measure the space: Accurately measure the size of the room. It is usually recommended to purchase an additional 8% – 10% of materials to cope with losses.
Laying SPC flooring on tiles is an economical and quick way to renovate your home. As long as you follow the basic preparation steps and installation tips, you can easily enjoy the effect of a brand new floor while giving full play to the various advantages of SPC flooring. Whether you choose DIY or seek professional installation, SPC flooring is an option worth considering.
