The grout that binds the tiles together and to the wall needs to be gently removed.
How to remove single wall tiles.
A grout scraper can get between the ceramic without cracking them and causing serious damage when you remove the tile backsplash.
When removing a single tile remove the grout on all sides of it to avoid damaging the others around it.
Smooth edges of tile by rubbing it with a rubbing stone 8.
Of course that you can do this operation mechanically by using a drill machine with hammering function but if you want to remove the tiles without breaking them it is better to do it by hand.
Dry fit the new tile to the wall 6.
If you find a damaged tile or two in your floor it is much easier to remove and replace them than installing a new tile floor altogether.
Ceramic wall tiles provide an easy to clean surface for kitchen backsplashes and bathroom walls.
Use trowel to scrape the wall clean of loose debris 5.
In order to remove wall tiles one needs several tools.
There are loads of guides online on how to tile a wall but in most houses the first step is removing the old tiles from a wall before you start.
Removing a single tile from a wall can be trickier.
Work the grout scraper in a downward motion and work side to side to gently loosen the tile from its hold against the wall.
Since they are available in a wide variety of colors designs and sizes they fit into any decor.
Remove loose tiles 4.
A hammer a good chisel with two ends and a scraper.
If necessary use tile nippers to remove spacer lugs from edge of tile 7.
If you are removing an entire wall of tiles just make sure to remove grout next to the ceiling and floor.
Once you ve taken care of the grout use your stiff putty knife again tapping the end to slide it under the tile.
Mix thinset mortar with latex additive 9.
Loosen cracked tile using cold chisel and hammer.