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tile removal |
Removing old tiles can be a dangerous job. Broken tiles are extremely sharp and tiles can splinter when removing them so it is advisable to wear some goggles and Good quality gloves. If you are using a power drill to remove the tiles then a Dust mask will also be required.
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Removing old tiles is normally very straight forwards and easy to do. Simply obtain a large chisel and hammer and a pair of gloves and safety spectacles and remove the tiles by knocking the chisel behind the tiles with the hammer and then simply lever the tiles from the wall or floor.
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In the picture below I am using my extra heavy duty screwdriver, which incorporates a striking plate on the handle, this is designed to be hit with a hammer and is easier to use than a chisel.
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Knock the chisel or Heavy duty screwdriver behind the tile and Pull the chisel or screwdriver towards yourself to lever the tile from the wall.
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For really stubborn tiles or for removing floor tiles an SDS drill with
rotostop and a flat chisel is preferred but you will need some safety
gloves, goggles and dust mask-
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This SDS machine makes light work of removing the stubborn floor tiles |
M3 Fitter from ascot tiling gets to work |
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Most of the tiles are removed |
The adhesive is then chiselled from the floor substrate |
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