Installing Ceramic Tile Floor Over Plywood. Plywood will expand and deform if subjected to moisture or humidity. We have our large kitchen and hallway that was originally covered by 12 x 12 ceramic tiles on top of 3/8th inch plywood. Use intervening layers of two sheets of plywood.
Walk over the plywood subfloor and circle any loose or squeaky areas with chalk. This finished tile floor is installed over a plywood and cement backer board subfloor. Use a chalk line to lay out a pattern of 8 squares throughout the field where the tile will be installed, and 6 around the perimeter.
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How do you install vinyl tile on plywood? Step 3 dry fit the tile No matter how firm the subfloor; Floor tiles usually should be laid over a strong underlayment of cement board or treated plywood.