How Do You Remove Vinyl Flooring From Concrete?
Removing vinyl flooring from concrete is not an easy job. Most of the time the vinyl itself will come right off, but then you have to contend with the backing and adhesive. This part of the your flooring project could possibly take longer than putting down your new floor if you have some stubborn adhesive under there. If you live in a very humid area, it may be a little easier for you than for your dry-climate counterpart. Take your razor knife and score the vinyl flooring. Cut it into 2-foot by 6-foot sections to make it easier to handle. Push the floor scraper under a piece and see if it’s going to come up easily. If it does, you’re one of the lucky ones. If not, try the razor scraper. Sometimes you just need that extra thinness and sharpness to cut through the adhesive. Rip off the vinyl covering. If you are still having trouble, start ripping the vinyl up, leaving the padding and adhesive exposed. You can also rent an electric floor scraper from your local home-improvement store, b
