Hope your week is going SWELL. I figured it was high time I finally gave the toot on how I installed the peel and stick tile in the laundry room. First of all, let me say…I LOVE THIS STUFF!! It’s rockin’ my world. I’m SO pleased with it. And now I’m going to tell you how totally easy it was to install. It’s just silly really. The peel and stick we used was the Novalis tile from Lowe’s: You can find it online here. It’s $2 and change for each 18 by 18 tile – so I covered the whole floor in our laundry room for less than $60. First up I had to figure out how I wanted the pattern to go. I played around with it for awhile, just laying the tiles out to see how they would look. I didn’t want to to a standard pattern with straight lines for a couple reasons – one I wanted it to have more movement to it, and two, I didn’t want to have straight lines I could mess up. I ended up with a version of a brick pattern – because the room isn’t very wide, I changed it up a bit.

I stacked each one off to the side of the other, measuring three inches to the side each time. You can see how they ended up here: Does that make sense? When I needed to cut a piece, I measured the size I needed, then used a level to make the straight line: I read that you should use a razor to score and cut the tiles, but I used what I had on hand and it was WAY easier: My trusty Open It scissors: I use this thing all. It cut the tile like buttah. I found them much easier to use than trying to cut straight and deep enough with a razor blade. Each tile has a subtle flow to the design, so you’ll want to use the arrows on the back to keep the tiles consistent: It’s so subtle I doubt you’d be able to tell if they went the wrong way, but I stuck with it just in case. This stuff is CRAZY sticky. But really, it’s crazy. I would peel the backing off in big pieces, then use little bits of the backing to grab the edges: That way I could hold on to it without gluing my fingers together compromising the sticky.

I did mess up my pattern once and freaked out a bit -- but it came up fine with some muscle. (I had just laid it down a few minutes before so I think that helped.) The directions say to use a weighted roller over the installed tiles, or if you don’t have one, to use a rolling pin. I used a rolling pin over half of it and quickly realized the pin was leaving burnish-type marks all over the tile. It’s not a big deal cause no one would notice it but me, but for the rest I just used my hands and walked on it, focusing on the edges. I figured my weight would be sufficient. Overall the tiles went together flush and you couldn’t see between them, but in a few spots you could see the plywood floor: Those few spots drove me batty. So I went back to Lowe’s and got the grout (it’s grout just for this vinyl tile). I started schmearing between the tiles and then noticed it wasn’t going well. The grout is almost too wet – so it didn’t lay in the grout lines well after I wiped it all down with a sponge.

The grout would stay in some places and completely come up in others. I wiped it all out from between the tiles, about to give up on it, and then realized there was a teeny bit left between the tiles that looked great after it dried: So I just started smooshing (like my technical terms?) the grout into the grooves with my finger. Cheap Atv Rims For SaleThen I used a rag to wipe it out, leaving the little bit at the bottom. Old Metal Wash Tubs For SaleThe pics above are the same spot before, during and after the grout. Small Dogs For Sale IndianapolisIt finished it off beautifully! Like I said, it’s holding up GREAT! A few weeks ago our humidifier in our HVAC system leaked everywhere (leaving lots of lovely water standing in the basement – yes, water is out to get us this year).

The water got past the utility closet threshold to this flooring and as far as I can tell, it’s held up great. No buckling, no warping, nothing. I’m hoping the grout kept the water from getting underneath the tiles. Best part is, if I do need to pull up one tile to replace it, I can. That is what I’m talkin’ about! So there you go! Hope this all makes sense to those of you who are hoping to try this on your own! Lowe’s has a great selection of colors and designs, and the tiles come in 12 by 12 or this 18 by 18 size. I love how real they look and how easy they are to clean!: Now I just need to tackle every other surface in this room – after items 1-150 are completed on my list. Continental Flooring Company is pleased to offer the complete line of Flexco flooring products which include rubber and vinyl floor tile, rubber stair treads, premium vinyl tile, vinyl and rubber wall base, ESD flooring, adhesives and more. With their wide range of quality products, we are able to offer our customers competitive pricing and mill direct service on a nationwide basis.

If you are a government customer, you can also purchase Flexco flooring products on GSA Contract No. Products are also savailable on many state and term contracts. Please visit our “Contracts” link for additional information. The photos on this page illustrate the variety of flooring options available when you select Flexco rubber, vinyl and ESD flooring systems. Flexco also manufacturers IMO Certified Flooring for your more specific flooring requirements. At Continental Flooring Company, we can provide you with materials only or complete installation services.  To learn more, please contact a sales representative today or complete our quote request form. For GSA Pricing, please visit our “Contracts” link. Open market pricing is also available. Wallflowers® Premium Rubber Wall Base Manufactured with homogeneous color and extended wear properties to retain visual appeal and color. Health Design™ Wall Base Preformed base and corners allow for easier installations. 

Its design also aids in preventing bacterial growth. Base Sculptures™ Wall Base System For the designer in you who wants the look of finely crafted woodwork, but with increased durability, easy installation, moisture resistance and decreased maintenance. Naturally resistant to mold and mildew, Flexco rubber floors are designed for durability, versatility and slip resistance. Available in smooth or textured patterns in various color blends. Purchase Repel™ Rubber Flooring when you need flooring resistant to oil and grease. This product is made from recycled tires and is a great choice for high traffic areas…inside or outdoors. Great for exercise facilities too. Delane Solid Vinyl Tile* New American made solid vinyl tile is FloorScore certified and offers a built-in antimicrobial barrier to protect floors from bacteria and fungi. Ideal for healthcare, office, hospitality and commercial applications. Low maintenance floors combine durability and design.

Delane ESD Vinyl Tile* New American made Delane ESD vinyl tile combines conductive or dissipative vinyl tile and adhesive to control unwanted human body voltage and delicate machinery. Vinyl tile performs under heavy rolling loads and offers a low maintenance no waxing qualities. Natural Elements Vinyl Tile & Plank This collection offers realistic wood and stone look tile and plank. Products are FloorScore certified and contain 72% recycled content. Prime Sports Flooring is a multi-functional and affordable floor designed for commercial, residential, industrial and fitness applications. Can be used indoors and outdoors. Rubber & Vinyl Stair Treads Flexco rubber and vinyl stair treads available in various colors and product choices to meet your facility’s requirements for safety and design. Choose from Distinct Designs rubber stair treads, vinyl stair treads or flexterior metal treads. Rubber and vinyl stair treads available with optional grit strip for added safety.