Can You Put Laminate Over Tile, Concrete Or Plywood?

If you’re looking to quickly and easily transform or renovate an existing floor, you might wonder, “Can you put laminate over tile, concrete, or plywood?” In many cases, the answer is yes, but it really depends on the product you’re using and the condition of your old floor.

Can You Put Laminate Over Tile?

If you want to put laminate over a tile, that floor needs to be in relatively good condition for the installation to be a success. The existing tile should be flat and level, and there shouldn’t be any tiles that are cracked, loose, or pulling up.

As long as the floor is in good shape, chances are that you can install laminate on top of it. This is a common practice for a temporary application or a situation where you can’t remove your existing floor. It’s also a great way to quickly and easily update the look of a room.

Can I Put Laminate Flooring Over Concrete?

Yes, in many instances, you can put laminate flooring over concrete. The concrete should be flat and level. If you’re installing laminate over concrete that might be wet, like a basement concrete floor, make sure you choose an appropriate laminate product and installation method.

Can You Put Laminate Flooring Over Plywood?

Yes, as long as the plywood is flat, level, and firm, you can often install laminate flooring right over the existing floor.

What Laminate Products Are Ideal for Installation Over Existing Flooring?

Greatmats offers several products that can quickly transform a room or space, including the following laminate solutions that can be installed over tile, concrete, or plywood.

Cork Laminate

The Cork Laminate Flooring is crafted with renewable cork material, providing excellent thermal insulation and shock absorption properties. Suitable for residential and office installations, this flooring features a beautiful design and a DIY-friendly glueless installation. It features an edge sealant to help protect it against moisture, making it a highly durable choice.

Stone Plastic Composite Flooring

Stone plastic composite (SPC) flooring is a rigid core luxury vinyl floor that’s highly durable. We carry several types of this flooring at Greatmats:

Cottage Tour Vinyl SPC Flooring features numerous rustic laminate wood finishes, giving this floor a beautiful look. These planks have a top synthetic layer resembling wood, a middle layer with a tongue-and-groove interlocking design, and a lower layer to reduce noise. The tiles support a floating installation.



Mediterranean Scene Vinyl SPC Flooring is available in four natural wood grain looks. These planks are six feet long for a distinctive look, and they feature a wear layer for extra durability. They click together, so they’re easy to install and require no adhesive.



The Manhattan Edge Vinyl SPC Flooring features highly realistic wood grain details. These ultra-durable planks are nine inches wide, which can add character to your space. The tongue-and-groove planks pop together easily, so you can lay them over an existing floor.



Stock House Vinyl SPC Flooring features a realistic wood grain design and a wire brush texture. These durable planks feature a foam underlayment for cushioning and measure seven inches wide for a beautiful look. The floating floor design makes this flooring a versatile choice.

Luxury Vinyl Plank

Luxury vinyl plank (LVP) flooring is a durable, water-resistant type of vinyl flooring that’s highly versatile. LVP flooring features highly realistic hardwood or stone designs, and we carry several types at Greatmats.

Magnitude Premium Laminate LVP Flooring Planks are available in highly realistic wood grain designs. The flooring is resistant to scuffs and staining, and it features a wear layer for extra durability. The planks click together for a floating installation.



Envee Rigid Core LVP Laminate Planks are slip-resistant and are available in highly realistic wood finishes. These planks resist staining, mold, and mildew, and the entire flooring plank can be recycled at the end of its life.



Tacky Back
Tacky back flooring features a self-adhesive backing that makes for a simple, DIY-friendly installation. You can lay the planks on top of an existing flooring and easily adhere them with the backing for a long-lasting installation.

Envee Tacky Back LVP Laminate Planks feature beautiful and realistic wood grain finishes. They’re equipped with an extra-thick wear layer for extra durability, and they’re easy to cut and install.



Envee Tacky Back LVT Laminate Tiles are 18x18-inch tiles with a highly realistic stone and ceramic appearance. They feature an extra-thick wear layer and are stain-resistant. The peel-and-stick backing makes for an easy installation.

Order Laminate Tiles From Greatmats

At Greatmats, we stock a wide variety of laminate tiles suitable for installation over tile, concrete, or plywood. While these tiles are versatile and can often be installed over existing flooring, always be sure to refer to the manufacturer’s installation instructions for the specific tile that you’re using. Our customer service team is happy to answer questions and provide samples and shipping quotes, too. Contact us today and we’ll help you find a product that’s ideal for your project.