we have a kitchen that is about 300 sq ft. the floor is 8 in sq. ceramic tile that is 12 yr. old .it was put down on top of 1/4 in. underlayment that has been screwed to the sub floor . we want to take it out and replace it with a bamboo flooring . what is the best way to remove the tile ?
If you are going to replace your flooring then you just need to follow these simple steps:
1. Hit the tile with a hammer in the centre. The edges of broken tile may be very sharp, so work carefully and cover the surfaces for protection with a drop sheet.
2. Use the chisel to chip the rest of the tile. Place the cold chisel at the edge of the tile in the grout line, and start chipping it. Repeat steps 1 and 2, until several tiles have been removed.
3. Break up multiple tiles at one time and remove with scraper from floor.
4. Remove the mortar from the underlayment by hammering.
Removal of the underlaying adhesive can be a challenge. Seek to melt the adhesive with a heat gun and then remove it with a big knife for putty.