how to get olc wax and rust off tile?

I know you said you don't want to remove them but I urge you to think this over again. Asbestos is a real health hazard and can cause very serious conditions. I think it's worth your while removing the asbestos even at a substantial cost.

if all is sound & was laid properly you can thinset & tile over the top of the existing floor.. I do prefer to remove all existing floor levels but know severaal that won't if asked not too.. the right thin-set, mastic, & smaller tile will aid in that, but can't guarantee a "foundation" unless you ...

You can use waterproof drywall, but make sure that it is not Chinese drywall. Chinese drywall is causing a serious problem for homeowners across the United states. And also it is difficult to decide about Chinese drywall presence. http://inspectionsflorida.com/home/residentialInspections.html

Removing rust from stainless steel usually requires just a little bit of light oil, such as WD40, and some sanding with a fine sandpaper. Avoid etching the surface of stainless steel when removing rust, and consider using a mixture of baking soda and lemon juice to gently remove rust with help from ...

The trouble is the glaze on the tiles make it hard for anything to stick to it. The only way possible is you would have to rough up the tiles very good so you can put another layer on top.

Why do you make a post about grout with your Eric Clemens screen name and then switch to your Jesse Conant screen name and make another post about grout? Why do you switch screen names? You aren't fooling anyone. You just make yourself look like an idiot.