Can I put ceramic tile directly on 5/8 inch plywood on my kitchen floor?
Hi, I have torn out many tile floors that were done over plywood. It works for a short while but will not last long. Please do anything except putting tile on plywood! Can you remove the cabinets to redo the floor? I have done many kitchens by putting 1/4 inch backer board over solid floors and the only real problem with it is at the built in dishwasher. If you tile around it in the front then removing the washer to replace or repair it is a problem. Check to see how your counter top is attached and if you can raise it enough to remove the dishwasher if needed. Keep in mind that a tile floor is NOT water proof. Moisture can over time seep through the grout lines and wet what ever is under it. If it is wood, it will rot, mold and the tile will come loose. If you do decide to go ahead and just put the tile on the plywood, check with Lowes or Home depot for the proper type of thinset. I forget the name of the product but there is a real expensive type of thinset that is designed to have e
