How to do a concrete overlayment on tile countertops step 1.
Tile over tile countertop.
Apply a smooth thin layer of concrete bonding adhesive to the tiles.
Use a paintbrush to spread the adhesive.
Around the sink and cooktop if any bring the tile up to 1 4 inch to 3 8 inch away from the edge of the cutouts.
To tile the counter top attach a temporary apron to the counter and dry run the tiles on the counter leaving a grout joint.
Roughen the existing tile surface with 60 grit sandpaper on an orbital sander.
Sometimes it s simpler to start fresh.
Use plastic spacers to maintain proper seam width.
Begin your pattern from one corner i did not use spacers working across checking with your level.
Dry run the tiles.
Here are my very basic instructions.
Keep the front and side tiles flush with the edge of the countertop.
Mark with a pencil for chalk lines.
Move the sander back and forth.
By the diy experts of the family handyman magazine setting tile on laminate.
Install tile over laminate countertop and backsplash step 1.
Ceramic or natural tile can be applied over an old laminate countertop but prep work can be difficult especially with rolled edges.