Is this tile really waterproof?

Yes. The core and click edges are waterproof, so standing water and spills will not swell the planks. Water can still get under the floating floor at the perimeter, so wipe up large spills.

Can I install it over existing tile or concrete?

Yes, as a floating floor over most flat, sound hard surfaces, including old tile and cured concrete. The subfloor must be level and clean, and you leave expansion gaps at the walls.

Does it need grout or adhesive?

No. The click-lock edges join the planks, so there is no thinset or grout. Some installers add a thin underlayment for sound and comfort.

Is it suitable for a bathroom with a shower?

It works in bathrooms, but keep it out of areas with constant standing water such as inside a shower pan. Use it on the main floor and seal the perimeter gaps.

How does it compare with ceramic tile?

It installs far faster, feels warmer and needs no grout lines to clean. Ceramic is harder, more dent-resistant and does not sound hollow.

Can I cut it with a utility knife?

Yes. Score and snap works for straight cuts, and a fine-tooth saw handles door jambs and angles. Leave the cut edges at the walls under trim.

MSI Careyes Tropez 12 in. x 24 in. Waterproof Vinyl Floor Tile

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Our take on the MSI Careyes Tropez 12 in. x 24 in. Waterproof Vinyl Floor Tile

The MSI Careyes Tropez is a 12 by 24 inch luxury vinyl plank-style tile with a click-lock edge and a waterproof core. It is built for kitchens and bathrooms and installs as a floating floor over most existing hard surfaces, so it suits DIYers who want stone-look flooring without grout or thinset. Against glue-down vinyl and ceramic tile, it is faster to lay and warmer underfoot, but it is a floating floor, so it flexes slightly and needs expansion gaps at the walls. Owners of click vinyl like this generally report easy weekend installs and good water resistance, with occasional complaints about seams and hollow sound.

Best forDIY kitchen and bathroom remodelsRenters and quick refreshes over old floorsBasements and laundry rooms prone to moistureHomeowners who want a stone look without grout

Pros

Click-lock edges need no adhesive or grout
Waterproof core handles spills and damp rooms
Large 12 by 24 inch format covers area fast
Warm and softer underfoot than ceramic tile
Can float over most flat, sound subfloors

Cons

Floating floor can sound hollow without underlayment
Needs expansion gaps and a flat subfloor
Seams can show if planks are not seated fully
Not a true structural tile; heavy loads can dent it

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What reviewers say

Buyers of MSI click vinyl generally praise the simple install and the waterproof build, and many use it in bathrooms and kitchens. Criticism centers on hollow sound, visible seams and the need for a very flat subfloor.

What people mention

InstallationPraisedOwners say the click edges go together quickly without grout or adhesive.
Water resistancePraisedBuyers report it holds up well to spills and damp bathroom floors.
SoundCriticisedSome say the floating floor sounds hollow and needs underlayment.
SeamsMixedSeams look tight when seated well but can show or loosen if not fully clicked.
SubfloorCriticisedReviewers note the floor demands a very flat, clean subfloor to avoid flexing.

Specifications

Type: Tile
Location: Kitchen, Bathroom
Installation Type: Click
Tile Format: Large Format
With Water Protection: Yes

Questions and answers

Is this tile really waterproof?: Yes. The core and click edges are waterproof, so standing water and spills will not swell the planks. Water can still get under the floating floor at the perimeter, so wipe up large spills.
Can I install it over existing tile or concrete?: Yes, as a floating floor over most flat, sound hard surfaces, including old tile and cured concrete. The subfloor must be level and clean, and you leave expansion gaps at the walls.
Does it need grout or adhesive?: No. The click-lock edges join the planks, so there is no thinset or grout. Some installers add a thin underlayment for sound and comfort.
Is it suitable for a bathroom with a shower?: It works in bathrooms, but keep it out of areas with constant standing water such as inside a shower pan. Use it on the main floor and seal the perimeter gaps.
How does it compare with ceramic tile?: It installs far faster, feels warmer and needs no grout lines to clean. Ceramic is harder, more dent-resistant and does not sound hollow.
Can I cut it with a utility knife?: Yes. Score and snap works for straight cuts, and a fine-tooth saw handles door jambs and angles. Leave the cut edges at the walls under trim.
Where is the MSI Careyes Tropez 12 in. x 24 in. Waterproof Vinyl Floor Tile cheapest?: At Wayfair, for $50.17, as of our latest check.