floor tiles

8 years ago

I have biscuit coloured floor tiles in my kitchen which show all the dirt. I can't afford to replace them. Any ideas on what I might do

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Tom Flanagan
8 years ago
HI @mjdpower,

Do you have a photo of them so we can get an idea of what they look like? Would really help!
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User
8 years ago
Hi @mjdpower,

My suggestion is to go to a couple of floor specialist and ask as they may come up with something different. Whatever you do keep in consideration the size of the room and think on a long term: a poor quality finish could effect your property price in a space as important as the kitchen. I will try something that allow you to go back to your original tiles floor if things do not work out the way you want them to go.

A cheap way is to cover the tiles with vinyl and here is how to do it:

http://www.doityourself.com/stry/how-to-install-vinyl-flooring-over-ceramic-tiling#b

the adhesive should not stain or damage the tiles (ask the manufacture before doing it anyway!) and you have a large choice of design and colours.

Paint tiles could be another option, not my favourite but an option. I found this blog where Curry Kay describe step by step how she's did it. It's American USA but it will give you an idea to start with.

https://currykay.wordpress.com/2011/03/01/powder-room-brand-new-floor-painting-tile-tutorial/comment-page-1/

Be aware that the kitchen is a high usage room so the paint will take a good bashing and may wear off. Plus the final look on a large surface like the kitchen area could be not as good as on a splash back or smaller vertical surface.

I hope it helps!

Have fun!
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Jonathan
8 years ago
Buy a steam mop- can do the kitchen floor in about the time the kettle takes to boil
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Mrs Stone Store
8 years ago
Hi @mjdpower do you know what the tiles are made of? Are they ceramic, porcelain or natural stone? If natural stone you can submit a question for our Technical team to advise you on the best products to clean the tiles online via our Help System.

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