To help you determine if tile can be laid over the linoleum the old floor must be well inspected.
How to lay tile over linoleum floor.
How to install porcelain tile over linoleum.
This poses a challenge when installing tiles directly over top of it.
After the thin layer has dried which should take about 30 minutes use a notched trowel to add a second layer over the first layer taking care to create even ridges over the surface.
Linoleum flooring is similar to vinyl but constructed from natural components.
This isn t possible with every flooring material but it s often possible to install ceramic porcelain or stone tile over resilient flooring including standard sheet vinyl vinyl tile or linoleum.