Sir, I must say that this is ABSOLUTELY the correct way to do this. There are so many videos here on YT that skip these important steps and make it seem easier than what it actually is. I love the way you broke down every step. Your instructions were clear and you nailed it! I am in the process of recording the exact same process but really might just direct everyone to this video! Thanks for sharing.
Best advice you gave, and I was taught years ago, read the installation instructions. A lot of us will go off half cocked thinking we know what we're doing; but, invariably, one size does not fit all. Thanks for this good video.
@@TheFunnyCarpenter yep there are always the hollow spots that the more sensitive people can feel, and when really unlucky it’s right at the join between two pieces so it separates lol. With the vinyl planking it’s a lot less noticable that with the old laminates tho. The new planks with integrated underlayment is supposed to be pretty forgiving, though I have yet to attempt installing them over tile.
@@paulemmm2538 you speak English I said it would of been better to not paste cement on top of the tile because now if you ever take out the planks your tile is covered in cement
I just bought the same exact self leveling concrete and primer and was going to attempt my entry way and office. So glad i found your video and exact products bought before doing it
Great job, man. My favorite thing to do on Saturdays is to: a cup of coffee and tune in to your week’s video. But your laugh! It’s the freaking best. 🤩 I’m following along and can’t wait to see the result of this project. It’s already inspiring me to tackle the guest bathroom that is overdue for a nice “update.”
I've had the pleasure to watch flooring pros a few times now. They always do floor prep and will not back down if you try to tell them to skip the flooring prep. I've done some flooring and have to agree to always do some sort of floor prepping. It might be a lot, it might be a little, but prep work is required. It makes installation easier and durable.
Error Alert: the floating link near the end points to your tractor video rather than a laminate installation video. If you change this up, reply to this comment (so I get notified) and I'll edit this comment to remove this line. Good, fast vid. No wasted time. Much appreciated as I contemplate a similar task today. Thanks much!
Great video ! Duraclic from lowes is much nicer than the homedepot lifeproof LVP. I haven't tried the homedecorations line. My pain points when using SLC is when you push it into the wall it ends up rebounding and forming a ridge. Your point is spot on to check after you can walk on it and scrape down any ridges like that - I even found much later you can scrape it down with a glazing bar. You definitely can't expect the SLC to actually self level, trowel is a must. I use the window install horseshoes and a straightedge exactly as you did. The horse shoes are 1/16, 1/8, 1/4, 1/2 in size and different colors. Nice to get away with only 1 lift of SLC ! Also recommend using cold water to give yourself more working time with the SLC especially if you are doing this in the summer and the substrates are not cold.
I have a master bathroom that we want to switch to LVP and it’s about 10 x 6. We will contract out the work since we are redoing the whole bathroom, so would it be cheaper to NOT demo the existing tile floor and put it on top or would it not make a difference? Thinking saving on labor cost.
I could have really used this video a year ago. Would be a big thumbs down from me if we didn’t just become best friends lol. I’m liking your mix of trying to be just thorough enough to still get the videos done nice and quick.
@@porkchop10 yeah I would too, but I know nothing about this stuff lol. I will say the type we're looking at seems very tough, and wouldn't think it would show grout lines or anything. The pieces are 7.5 mm thick
@@TheFunnyCarpenter Thanks I have always been leery of putting anything over tile because of that. Personally I could have taken up that tile in about an hour. I just did a kitchen larger than that about 2 months ago. I had the tile out and cleaned up in about an hour with hand tools I used a rub brick to smooth down any left over grout lines Using power tools that create airborne dust was out of the question.
@@shawnr771 Yeah then you'd have lost an hour, need to dump all the debris and have a plywood substrate instead of a more or less water proof substrate. You'd still have to adjust the transition out of the bathroom. What would you gain?
@@walnutcontractors5661 I did not have to adjust anything. New tile went right back down. Same transition. The debris was mainly full tiles and easy to carry. Get underneath one edge and tap them with a chisel. Popped up the whole tile. I tossed in a barrel and the trash company hauled it off. In the bathroom that was remodeled I had applied a waterproof membrane system in 1998. Zero water penetration in 23 years. Use a stone to knock off the high spots of the mortar. Applied 2 coats of waterproof sealer from DRYVIT called CLEAR SEAL to all the surfaces before install of new tile.
What is the purpose of priming the floor before the self-leveler? Also, do you need to even apply primer if your floor is already level that you're installing it over? Can you just put LVP directly over level tile?
The self leveling concrete is to level the floor. The primer is so the concrete adheres to the tile. If your floor is already level then just install the LVP directly.
@@bmw3842 tile removal depends on the type of mortar the installers used. In most cases tile comes off easy with the right tool, just cleaning up attached mortar can be tedious. Disposal can be a little costly
Oh heck no. Not in my house. The whole sub floor would have to be removed. The tile and under is an inch thick and won't pull from plywood. Total mess.
Sir, I must say that this is ABSOLUTELY the correct way to do this. There are so many videos here on YT that skip these important steps and make it seem easier than what it actually is. I love the way you broke down every step. Your instructions were clear and you nailed it! I am in the process of recording the exact same process but really might just direct everyone to this video! Thanks for sharing.
Thanks Ron, best wishes on your channel! I checked it out, you keep having fun and making good videos and I'm sure you'll continue to grow.
Would be helpful to have an English generated cc for hard of hearing/deaf people that enjoy using RUclips as well.
@@deannawillis710 Great idea! Let me go back into the editor and see if I can turn them on.
Best advice you gave, and I was taught years ago, read the installation instructions. A lot of us will go off half cocked thinking we know what we're doing; but, invariably, one size does not fit all. Thanks for this good video.
Dang lots of work! Most guys just run it right over the tile, especially the handyman favorite Lifeproof from Home Depot. Kudos.
Probably won’t be terrible to lay them straight over, but the can definitely get bouncy which is always real bummer.
@@TheFunnyCarpenter yep there are always the hollow spots that the more sensitive people can feel, and when really unlucky it’s right at the join between two pieces so it separates lol. With the vinyl planking it’s a lot less noticable that with the old laminates tho. The new planks with integrated underlayment is supposed to be pretty forgiving, though I have yet to attempt installing them over tile.
@@TheFunnyCarpenter you can ever us that tile again
@@pops1pops178 ??
@@paulemmm2538 you speak English I said it would of been better to not paste cement on top of the tile because now if you ever take out the planks your tile is covered in cement
I just wish I had the confidence to put the vinyl in myself. Your step-by-step was perfect.
I just bought the same exact self leveling concrete and primer and was going to attempt my entry way and office. So glad i found your video and exact products bought before doing it
Best wishes on the job!
Did we just become Best Friends?????? Yep!
😂 long distance
Great job, man. My favorite thing to do on Saturdays is to: a cup of coffee and tune in to your week’s video.
But your laugh! It’s the freaking best. 🤩
I’m following along and can’t wait to see the result of this project. It’s already inspiring me to tackle the guest bathroom that is overdue for a nice “update.”
Thanks Emanuel! I appreciate the support
Made me laugh in the first 5 seconds which put my mind at ease and ready to learn! Great job, Funny Carpenter!
I've had the pleasure to watch flooring pros a few times now. They always do floor prep and will not back down if you try to tell them to skip the flooring prep. I've done some flooring and have to agree to always do some sort of floor prepping. It might be a lot, it might be a little, but prep work is required. It makes installation easier and durable.
Absolutely, every time I've skimped on the floor prep it always comes back to bite you!
Oh my you’re a brave man. I would have told my wife told my wife that it’s not possible to refloor over tile floor
It's very relaxing to watch you work! :)
Error Alert: the floating link near the end points to your tractor video rather than a laminate installation video. If you change this up, reply to this comment (so I get notified) and I'll edit this comment to remove this line.
Good, fast vid. No wasted time. Much appreciated as I contemplate a similar task today. Thanks much!
Gonna look good!
Lol hopefully!
Nice video bud!!!! Really enjoyed it and thanks for all the tips and tricks, have a great weekend👌🍻
You to Rushill! 🍻🔥
Great video ! Duraclic from lowes is much nicer than the homedepot lifeproof LVP. I haven't tried the homedecorations line. My pain points when using SLC is when you push it into the wall it ends up rebounding and forming a ridge. Your point is spot on to check after you can walk on it and scrape down any ridges like that - I even found much later you can scrape it down with a glazing bar. You definitely can't expect the SLC to actually self level, trowel is a must. I use the window install horseshoes and a straightedge exactly as you did. The horse shoes are 1/16, 1/8, 1/4, 1/2 in size and different colors. Nice to get away with only 1 lift of SLC ! Also recommend using cold water to give yourself more working time with the SLC especially if you are doing this in the summer and the substrates are not cold.
Awesome channel!! 👍
Would the leveling process still be the same if your installing over old plank flooring? I think it's cherry or oak.
I have a master bathroom that we want to switch to LVP and it’s about 10 x 6. We will contract out the work since we are redoing the whole bathroom, so would it be cheaper to NOT demo the existing tile floor and put it on top or would it not make a difference? Thinking saving on labor cost.
Awesome bro love your style, been trying to take my time a little more lately and do things right thanks to you
Thanks a lot Noah, best wishes on your upcoming projects!
I cut pcs of underlining and duct taped them in the grout lines and did the same thing in low spots. Then rolled the underlining over it.
I could have really used this video a year ago. Would be a big thumbs down from me if we didn’t just become best friends lol.
I’m liking your mix of trying to be just thorough enough to still get the videos done nice and quick.
Thanks Kermit, I appreciate the feedback!
I have about 1000 sqft to do on my new house. It’s all shiny tile, not sure if really need to put concrete over or
Think this is necessary with the cork backed vinyl plank? It's pretty solid, and I can't bend the planks like the thinner ones.
I actually have the same question.
@@Rick-of6gx I think it's ok, but figured I'd ask an installer. Some of the vinyl is really thin, so I can see that type forming to grout lines.
@@porkchop10 yeah I would too, but I know nothing about this stuff lol. I will say the type we're looking at seems very tough, and wouldn't think it would show grout lines or anything. The pieces are 7.5 mm thick
Wow, that SLC stuck really well. ‘Specially at the spot on the carpet…. 🤔 mebbe the steam unit will clean that up?
Definition of the right way to do this. But it's expensive and can be done cheaper by an experienced Installer with patch.
Hey bud, what time is the dinner party?
I just watch for the eye-candy 🔥
since the vynil can "bend" a bit do you have to do this?
Ok where's the video installing the floor. . The linked video took me to a patch drywall. This is just what I've been wanting to do. Thanks
Nice job.
So the primer will stick to glazed tile?
I am going to have to check out that primer.
Yes it will.
@@TheFunnyCarpenter Thanks I have always been leery of putting anything over tile because of that.
Personally I could have taken up that tile in about an hour.
I just did a kitchen larger than that about 2 months ago.
I had the tile out and cleaned up in about an hour with hand tools
I used a rub brick to smooth down any left over grout lines
Using power tools that create airborne dust was out of the question.
@@shawnr771 Yeah then you'd have lost an hour, need to dump all the debris and have a plywood substrate instead of a more or less water proof substrate. You'd still have to adjust the transition out of the bathroom. What would you gain?
@@walnutcontractors5661
I did not have to adjust anything.
New tile went right back down.
Same transition.
The debris was mainly full tiles and easy to carry. Get underneath one edge and tap them with a chisel.
Popped up the whole tile.
I tossed in a barrel and the trash company hauled it off.
In the bathroom that was remodeled I had applied a waterproof membrane system in 1998. Zero water penetration in 23 years.
Use a stone to knock off the high spots of the mortar.
Applied 2 coats of waterproof sealer from DRYVIT called CLEAR SEAL to all the surfaces before install of new tile.
@@shawnr771 Interesting - thanks for the reply!. What kind of water proof membrane system was available in 1998 - vinyl membrane?
the link at the end of this video took me to another video on fixing exterior corners and gaps?
I laid peel and stick right over an old 1”x1” tile floor in one of my rentals…it has NOT aged well🤷♂️
😂😂😂🍻oh boy, little bit of a lipstick on a pig situation there!
A black stabila, nice
What is the purpose of priming the floor before the self-leveler? Also, do you need to even apply primer if your floor is already level that you're installing it over? Can you just put LVP directly over level tile?
The self leveling concrete is to level the floor. The primer is so the concrete adheres to the tile. If your floor is already level then just install the LVP directly.
Can you put laminate over tile ? So what if the floor is uneven in some places ?
It can’t go over uneven surfaces. You’d be best to patch over the tile or rip it out.
@@TheFunnyCarpenter just curious what an average job would cost to remove all the tile and install laminate?
@@bmw3842 hard to say but maybe like 5$ per sqft for labour.
@@TheFunnyCarpenter Is it hard to remove tile from floor? I’m a do it myself guys I was just curious what I’m getting into
@@bmw3842 tile removal depends on the type of mortar the installers used. In most cases tile comes off easy with the right tool, just cleaning up attached mortar can be tedious. Disposal can be a little costly
Couldn’t you put down a foam underlayment?
Dewalt D2730 why we (usa/canada) do not have it?
Has anyone ever asked if you are related to the Handyman?😄
Yes and no I’m not, I do watch the channel though.
How important is the primer?
I think it’s a good idea on tile.
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Best wishes Ted🍻, thanks for check out another vid:)
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Cheers buddy🍻🔥
Probably be easier to remove the tile
Not even close to being easier
Couldn't I just break and remove all the tile instead of all this
Seems like it’d be easier to just remove the tile
No way😂😂😂
Suck because if you ever want to remove the plank the tile is basically ruined or messy
Where is the “self leveling” aspect?
Ummmmm, I think lifting the old tile might have been easier, just sayin'
Oh heck no. Not in my house. The whole sub floor would have to be removed. The tile and under is an inch thick and won't pull from plywood. Total mess.
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Can't you just lay that under "paper"??
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