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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.
Yes, you can lay engineered-wood or laminate flooring over tile if the tile is in decent shape. Loose, cracked tiles will cause your install to fail. Also, you will gain floor height, which can cause issues with doors and appliances. You will need to use prefinished engineered hardwood or laminate flooring if it is going over tile. The floor will be glued or floated, depending on the manufacturer.