Comments on: How to Install Vinyl Sheet Flooring

By: Tanya from Dans le Lakehouse

Tanya from Dans le Lakehouse — Fri, 15 Oct 2021 15:12:25 +0000

In reply to Brenda.

We scraped off what we could and focused on creating a smooth, even surface, but we did not remove 100% of the old glue. The main issue for us was that any little bump and lump could be felt through the new flooring so it had to be really smooth. If your old glue has left any type of texture it could impact how the new flooring feels underfoot. If you do want or need to remove it, a heat gun can help soften it so you can scrape it away. There are also solvents for the removal as well.

By: Brenda

Brenda — Thu, 14 Oct 2021 03:12:14 +0000

I see you mentioned that you took the old tile out too early and everything was sticky. I’ve run into the same problem but I was unsure if I have to complete clean/remote the old glue before laying down the new flooring? Please let me know how you resolved this problem! Thank you, very helpful post 🙂

By: Tanya @ Dans le Townhouse

Tanya @ Dans le Townhouse — Sat, 12 Mar 2011 09:08:13 +0000

You know what Dana? My grandpa would totally go to another country to help someone with their house. Anything to get out of his own house! Lol.

By: Dana@Mid2Mod

Dana@Mid2Mod — Sat, 12 Mar 2011 07:51:08 +0000

I'd love to have your tile…and borrow your grandpa for a few weeks. 🙂

By: Tanya @ Dans le Townhouse

Tanya @ Dans le Townhouse — Sat, 12 Mar 2011 04:27:45 +0000

Thanks to everyone for the positive feedback! Ashly: the shower curtain in Marimekko! My post about tree bedding withdrawal also features the Marimekko bedding and dress in the same print.

By: Ashly@Moon Walk

Ashly@Moon Walk — Fri, 11 Mar 2011 20:46:17 +0000

The floors are beautiful. Oh and where did you get your shower curtain?

By: Midcenturymadam

Midcenturymadam — Fri, 11 Mar 2011 09:58:58 +0000

Great tutorial. I'm with you all the way. No more tile for me and no more grout. Your floors look great! What a cool Grandpa you have.

By: The English Organizer

The English Organizer — Fri, 11 Mar 2011 07:23:44 +0000

Looks great – it works perfectly with the rest of the design elements!

By: AlyceB

AlyceB — Fri, 11 Mar 2011 06:30:58 +0000

Ah, see, now that vinyl looks GOOD! As opposed to the tacky stuff you usually see. Your's looks like real grey tiles or slate even. Gorgeous!

By: emily @ the happy home

emily @ the happy home — Fri, 11 Mar 2011 04:26:00 +0000

that looks great! if you ever need help taking up vinyl tiles, call my dogs. they are EXCELLENT at it. they'll find even the most seamless corner and pull it right up!