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Tile over formica.
Check out this slick trick to do it cheap and easy.
Make sure the backsplash area is.
How to put tile over a formica backsplash 1.
The most cost effective solution in terms of time and money is a peel and stick product.
Secure the laminate to the cabinets secure plywood to the top of the laminate then put backerboard on top of the plywood then mastic and tiles.
Tile mastic doesn t stick well to formica and other laminates and the manufacturers won t warranty it if you try.
Do you want to salvage that old formica countertop.
Wash down the formica backsplash with a grease removing cleanser and a scrub brush.
The result is going to be a really really thick countertop that does not look good.
Rough up the backsplash until the plastic is.
Clear the formica tile surface clear the surface where the old formica tile is in order to make way for the new.
Measure the area take a measuring tape and take measurements of the area in which the new replacement tiles will.
If you try to attach a new countertop to the formica you will need to.
How to install tiles over formica step 1.
As long as your existing backsplash is in good condition it s a good candidate for this.