Can Tile be Installed on Top of Formica Countertops?
Yes, tile can be installed on Formica or plastic laminate countertops. It is really important to have the proper amount of support underneath the top where it meets the cabinetry. Use ¾” thick build-up pieces to ensure that there will not be any chance of the particle board underneath the laminate eventually warping and causing the tiles to let loose or crack. It is also very important to make sure that the Formica is glued to the sup top very well. Ideally, a mica top should be removed from the kitchen or bathroom and replaced with a brand new plywood sub-counter for the tile to be adhered to. In conclusion, if you stop by a local cabinetry supply company, you can purchase the correct type of screws for installing kitchen or bathroom cabinets. Only you can decide if a kitchen base cabinet would be acceptable in a bathroom. If you are adhering tile to Formica and the plastic laminate is loose on the edges, re-glue the mica using contact adhesive. If the laminate is loose on the actual
