Peel and stick floor tile is easy to install, affordable, and renter friendly!
Recently, I gave my kitchen a big upgrade. I’ve always been curious about peel and stick tile. Is it easy to install? Does it actually stick? Will it look cheap?
I put it to the test about a month ago. I found this black and white tile on Amazon. I loved its bold graphic print and knew it would help improve the kitchen’s current state. I tried covering up as much of the old and beat up tan tile with a jute rug. It helped, but not enough. Each pack of FloorPops has 10 tiles in each. They are on sale right now for $9 – I used eight packs and still had some leftover. I’m saving them if I need to do any touch ups in the future.
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Before
No matter how much I scrubbed the old tile, nothing helped. It needed a makeover!
Easy Installation
I installed the tile in just a few hours. I did it on a Friday night while Adam was working late to surprise him. I never even told him that I ordered the tiles, it was a big shock when he walked in the door. First I made sure my old floor was clean and dry. I laid them out over the floor and figured out my plan of attack. The tiles come with adhesive backing on them and were easy to stick. I pressed down firmly after placing each tile. My trusty utility knife was perfect for cutting around corners and trimming the tile in places where it wasn’t a perfect fit.
The peel and stick process was so easy and I’m thrilled with the results. While I’ve had them for a month – I’m curious about how they last over time (I’ll probably do an update in a year or so). They are perfect for kitchens, bathrooms, or laundry rooms.
The bold print brightens up the kitchen and has transformed this room into a space that I love.
In case you were wondering, the fridge is covered with wallpaper from an old DIY project. It’s still holding up great!
If you have any questions about the process or products in this post, just leave a comment below or shoot me an email!
Nicki says
It looks great!!!
Sarah Wiley says
I would Love to do this in my laundry room. Some tile has chipped. Would it
Still work
Over the chipped tile?
Raquel says
Hi Sarah,
It should. As long as the chips are not too large or big holes, you won’t have issues. If you have giant holes, I would suggest filling them with a putty or caulk first. However for minor chips, no problem and need to prep!
jennifer g zeller says
so cute!
Raquel says
Thank you!
Brenda says
Did you seal them? If so with what and how are they holding up? Do you wax them?
Raquel says
Hello – I did not seal the tiles and I don’t wax them. They are holding up great. I vacuum and spot clean as needed.
DianA says
These look amazing! How have they held up so far? I want to do my kitchen but I’m worried about them peeling up
Raquel says
Thanks Diana! It’s been almost a year and they still look the same. I haven’t had any issues. I’m thrilled with how well they’ve been doing!
Crystal says
How did you fill in the existing grout lines? Were the old tiles ceramic? Did you do anything to level out the floor first?
Raquel says
Hi Crystal. I pushed the tiles close together and didn’t have a need to fill in any grout lines. If you line them up nicely, you won’t need to either. The old tiles were linoleum. I didn’t do anything to level out the floor – I just gave it a good cleaning before I did it. No crumbs, pet hair, etc. You just want a clean surface to start with.
Krusangal says
How it hold up with mopping?
Raquel Lynn says
You don’t want to mop peel and stick. I vacuum it and then I spot clean. You don’t want to saturate the floor with water like you would with a mop – otherwise you’ll compromise the adhesive. I use Meyers cleaner and a Swiffer wipe.
Heather says
Where dud you purchase the tiles? Looks great btw!!
Raquel Lynn says
Thank you! I purchased them on Amazon. There are links to buy in the blog post above. : )
Mallory H says
Hi! I just moved into a rental with super outdated and frankly gross looking vinyl tile in my kitchen, bath, and laundry. I saw above where you mentioned you don’t want to mop peel and stick tiles, however does that go for a lighter mop like a Swiffer wet jet since it won’t be soaking wet? Also, how sticky is the adhesive/would you anticipate it to be a headache to clean up when I do eventually move and take the tile up?
Sonia says
Has anyone laid it over ceramic tile ? I’m wondering about the grout lines?
Would they need to be filled in?