Glue linoleum to Gyp-crete. Problem in future?

kevin_5

Guys, I have zero overpour experience. The Lady of the house asked me if removing glued down linoleum years from now would "pull up" the Gyp-crete. I told her I didn't know... but I knew who to ask! I know all the benefits of Gyp-crete, and I think they're sold on it. But I don't know any of the potential problems or drawbacks if any.
Please let me know about the linoleum question, and any other good hints for the first time to use this stuff.
Thanks in advance. Kevin

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marc

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your gypcrete applicator for the procedures guide for installing floor goods over gypcrete. this should help answer your questions. marc.

S Ebels

I would think

There would have to be some luan applied over the gyp and the sheet goods installed over that. I doubt that linoleum could be glued directly to gyp.

Steve Eayrs

Yes you can put it directly of gypcrete

Have seen if done at least a couple hundred times, with no problems, as long as they do a nice smooth pour.

Have also seen a remodel, where the flooring was removed. The few chips that did come up with the flooring were easy to fill before the new flooring was put down.


Only problem is if you get impatient and install flooring before the moisture is out fo the floor. Most guys around here will duct tape some plastic to a small section of the floor and leave it overnight. When pulled up, if its still wet on the bottom, you better not install the flooring.

Steve