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Post by SusieQ on Jul 27, 2015 21:23:04 GMT -8
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Post by vikx on Jul 27, 2015 21:33:56 GMT -8
I have to say I won't be using Armstrong tiles again. They were tight in the Deluxe (chilly weather) and I figured they would be fine when warmer. Ha. Of course, no glue, just sticky tile. I tried rolling and multiple fixes, including slicing at the seams. Nothing really helped. The lady is still using the flooring... Go figure.
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Post by SusieQ on Jul 27, 2015 21:41:55 GMT -8
I have Armstrong sticky tiles in my basement rec room, a huge 18x30 room. I put them down about 10 years ago on top of the cement floor and they are great. I never expected them to hold up so well. The basement does stay close to a constant temp.
I originally had planned on using sticky tiles in my trailer but decided the VCT with adhesive would be more durable (and professional looking) after reading threads here. They are definitely thicker and you don't have to worry about dings and dents, but if I use them again, I will put down molding like NC as soon as I put them down. I was waiting until I had my wood refinished. It was cold when I put mine down in my trailer, but I heated the trailer and the tiles first. There's just no way to keep a constant temp.
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Post by nccamper on Jul 28, 2015 5:46:29 GMT -8
The molding nailed did a lot to help. I think the original asbestos adhesive was like super glue in comparison to what we're using.
I took my test board and twisted it very slightly and bingo...lines appear. You know that our campers are twisting back and forth with each mile.
To all who are reading this, we're talking about fine lines from shifting not sliding tiles overlapping each other in a huge mess.
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Post by mobiltec on Jul 28, 2015 12:37:09 GMT -8
One of the reasons I like checkerboard is because you can't see the lines. I've only done one with all the same color but that was a big Bounder Motorhome and they are a heck of a lot sturdier and flatter than these old trailers. Maybe this is also the reason I haven't seen the tiles slip. Because I don't have a constant color. I use checkerboard. If you want a constant color I would recommend sheet vinyl. It's easiest to install if you take out all or most of the floor connected cabinets. Or do a frame up.
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Post by theresa on Jul 28, 2015 16:52:08 GMT -8
Good to know Larry, I planned on doing checkerboard in a diamond pattern. I'll stop worrying about it.
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Post by mobiltec on Jul 28, 2015 17:01:13 GMT -8
Theresa the method for cutting in the perimeter of the tiles works best for a nice tight fit. If you measure with a tape it won't be as tight. And it's very easy once you get the hang of it. Make sure and watch the LINKED vids of my friend the PRO first. Then come back to my vids for the trailer job. Oh and one thing you might notice is that the trailer I picked for the vids did not have a painted floor. That's because it wasn't my trailer and they didn't want the floor painted by me and they wouldn't do it. So I just went with it. I have no idea how it's held up because Im not in contact with them anymore. The trailer got sold and went back east.
"Tiling Your Trailer" is in my Trailer Tips and Tidbits section of the website. Here's part 1.
www.youtube.com/watch?v=MqibblCzMCc&feature=plcp |
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Post by mel on Jul 28, 2015 18:00:44 GMT -8
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Post by danrhodes on Dec 12, 2015 19:03:39 GMT -8
Not to revive a dead thread, but has anyone tried tacking the perimeter of the tiles down with brads or staples to keep them tight? If you're doing a frame up, most will be under cabinets, and if you're leaving the cabinets in place, you could probably cover the staples with trim?
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Post by nccamper on Dec 12, 2015 19:40:09 GMT -8
Like many people, I used shoe molding around the edges which acted as a "tack down". The issue for me seemed to be the NC heat. The glue became very soft again. I used a luan underlayment which was very solid and smooth.
I think a solid sheet (as mobiltec mentioned) is a better way to go. I just haven't seen any I like as much as tiles.
I'd like to hear if somebody has a source for solid sheet options that look vintage.
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Post by danrhodes on Dec 12, 2015 21:06:29 GMT -8
Like many people, I used shoe molding around the edges which acted as a "tack down". The issue for me seemed to be the NC heat. The glue became very soft again. I used a luan underlayment which was very solid and smooth. I think a solid sheet (as mobiltec mentioned) is a better way to go. I just haven't seen any I like as much as tiles. I'd like to hear if somebody has a source for solid sheet options that look vintage. My local "Carpeteria" has black and white sheets of a European recycled / environmental product. Wife thought the whites were too yellow and the $3 s.f. price was too high to even note the brand. |
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Post by vikx on Dec 12, 2015 21:28:17 GMT -8
I use NOS sheet flooring when I can find it. eBay is a good place for the hunt. Checkerboard is cool but I'm getting so tired of black and white! It really wasn't used back in the day, at least not in our hams... My Aljo had a to die for checkered pattern, appeared to be hand cut:  I couldn't save it, so this was her floor:  |
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Post by nccamper on Apr 26, 2016 3:59:26 GMT -8
Update based on another tile installation:
On my last tile installation I used the store brand glue from Home Depot because they "didn't carry Armstrong glue". I found out later they do carry it but it needs special ordered. Lazy people working that day.
I used Armstrong glue this time and it seem to grip much better. It's worth the effort to use the best. This may be why the tiles shift a little. I'll know in a few weeks when the weather here heats up.
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