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Hello,
I am remodelling a master bath and plan on installing, limestone natural tile. When remodelling I had to remove an old ceramic floor which was installed with a wire mesh and mortar. I do not wish to reinstall the mesh system but want to use a cementboard backer instead. My subfloor is in good condition and I have replaced sections where water damage was apparent.The sub floor is a minimum of 5/8" thick. Would using a cement board be sufficient?
In addition, I am installing a focus wall of natural stone which comes in precut sections and is approxiamatley 4cm thick (I am in Canada). What type of adhesive would you use to apply this wall? (the sections are fairly heavy).
Jerry at June 9, 2009 12:52 PM
Posted by: Jerry at June 9, 2009 12:52 PMHi Jackie,
Where in the house is this flooring? Where do you live? Are you tired of the flagstone or would a good refinish bring it back to life?
You can read about various moisture-proofing approaches at: http://www.theflooringlady.com/moisture_proofing/
The Flooring Lady at June 13, 2009 01:53 PM
Posted by: The Flooring Lady at June 13, 2009 01:53 PMHi Jerry,
I don't have experience with the wire mast and mortar, though I've seen it in older homes. I'd think the backerboard would be sufficient. That's what I have in my bathroom and it's holding well.
I don't have experience hanging stone on wall surfaces. It seems to be something's needed to strengthen the wall too.
The Flooring Lady at June 13, 2009 02:10 PM
Posted by: The Flooring Lady at June 13, 2009 02:10 PMhello, I'm building a house and the homeowner has specified crab orchard flagstone for the entire house inside and outside . The house is on a conventional floor system I'm not to worried about the inside of the house but very concerned about the balconies which are exposed to the elements I would like to use plywood for the subfloor but wonder how to accomplish the waterproofing of the subfloor.
freddy rodriguez at June 15, 2009 02:51 PM
Posted by: freddy rodriguez at June 15, 2009 02:51 PMHi Freddy,
You do indeed need to put good weatherproofing down on the plywood. You could do a "blow down" asphalt-like layer before laying the flagstone on top, or you could use Bitchathane, or some other rubber membrane, as the layer between the plywood and the flagstone.
It sounds lovely. I hope it works out for you.
The Flooring Lady at June 18, 2009 12:50 PM
Posted by: The Flooring Lady at June 18, 2009 12:50 PMHello,
I am having a natural stone (Travertine) installed in the kitchen. Currently I have a "tile" look Linolium on the floor. Is it okay to lay the stone directly over the Linolium or should I have the Linolium removed first? The Linolium is directly on top of concrete. Will the Linolium hinder a proper adhesive seal if not removed or create a better water barrier if it remains and place the Travertine on top? FYI: The Travertine is a Tumble Travertine.
Thanks!
ron at September 11, 2009 01:47 PM
Posted by: ron at September 11, 2009 01:47 PMRon,
You sure can lay it right over, IF you are positive the linoleum won't lift, that it has been properly glued down to the concrete without gaps or air bubbles. You would still have to use a thin-set for the new tile so the travertine will adhere properly.
The Flooring Lady at September 14, 2009 11:04 AM
Posted by: The Flooring Lady at September 14, 2009 11:04 AMI have made a Flagstone Porch that I have mortered. I'm now looking for either clear epoxy or polyurethane to pour over it. Birmingham stumped.
KC at October 18, 2009 10:24 AM
Posted by: KC at October 18, 2009 10:24 AMKC,
I would recommend the water-based Diamond Coat Varathane Polyurethane to apply over it.
The Flooring Lady at October 21, 2009 10:02 AM
Posted by: The Flooring Lady at October 21, 2009 10:02 AM
We own a mid century home with an original application of flagstone slate for an entry way. We have a couple of flagstone tiles that are loose (each tile is probably about 16"x8" and mostly rectangular in shape). I plan on removing them for repair and reusing. What type of mortar should I use to reset as well as grout (and any other tricks I should know about)?
Thanks!
Greg
Greg at October 25, 2009 07:10 PM
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