How Do You Remove A Ceramic Tile Countertop?
Ceramic tile adds style to any home, but it eventually will become dated or damaged and will need to be replaced. Removing a ceramic tile countertop is messy but relatively easy. Before deciding on the removal, examine the way the tile is attached to the countertop. Open cabinets to see how the countertops are attached to the cabinets and whether the tile is attached to any plaster or wallboard. This will determine the best method for removal. Step 1 Place the heavy canvas or plastic tarps on the floor. Lay newspapers on top of the tarps to absorb any impact from falling tiles. Step 2 Remove the doors and drawers from the cabinets. Falling tile and grout will scratch and damage the finish of the cabinets. Step 3 Remove trim tile from the edges of the countertop by first scoring and removing the grout. Once all the grout has been removed, carefully take a small chisel and place it in the grout groove. Hammer lightly to remove the trim tile. Step 4 Remove the grout along the wall careful
