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While you can lay tile directly over a concrete slab using thin-set adhesive, donât make the mistake of applying tile directly to a plywood subfloor. No matter how firm the subfloor; the plywood will expand and contract at a different rate as the tile, causing cracks to develop in the grout lines or tiles over time.
You can lay tile over existing vinyl flooring or tile, but the subfloor and underlayment must be in good condition. Itâs typically best to remove the old flooring so you can check the subfloor and underlayment. Plus, by removing the old flooring you wonât raise the height of the floor when you install the new tile.