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relaying porcelain tiles

2 years ago

Laid porcelain tiles and wasn’t happy with pattern, I’ve managed to get them up without too much damage, and I’ve removed tile adhesive from old tile floor. My question is I can’t remove all the tile adhesive from the tiles, could I reuse them making up any height difference with new adhesive or do I need to bite bullet and buy new tiles?

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Daisy England
2 years ago
Yes you can re-use them but you will have a hard job getting them level. Give it a try
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Pearlosa
2 years ago
It will be difficult to re-use the tiles as parts of the dried up adhesive may 'unstick' itself over the months / years, leaving you with either an unstable floor or wobbly tiles. I wouldn't recommend it unless you can clean it all off.
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last year
You can remove tiles and reuse them. Gently remove the tiles to avoid breakage. But you will have a hard job getting them level.
Teresa Lechuga
last year
It's a good way to re-use tiles, I'd prefer idea of zero-waste idea. I've done same with old porcelain tiles from fireplace that don't work anymore and had to be removed. Yes, it can be hard to get them up and dry up adhesise, but it worth it. Can check DIY guide right here how to do it correct, and don't broke them.

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