A small 4lb hammer did the trick.
Removing tile from fireplace wall.
The tile on the wall area was much easier to remove by using a smaller hammer.
If existing tiles are beyond repair remove the tile and install a piece of wallboard in its place.
The floor tile took a lot of work and was not as easy to remove.
Step 2 pry off mantel photo by brian wilder.
Anatomy of a fireplace click enlarge this image to see illustration labels.
This includes the surround as.
If the mantel is to be reused mark its outline on wall and floor.
A wide blade putty.
This means that it takes more care to remove a wall tile without damaging the surrounding tiles.
You must remove all nails or staples.
Repair any loose or cracked tiles.
Wash the wall with tsp tri.
Use prybars to gently remove mantel from wall as shown.
Tiles installed with thinset or another tile adhesive often require more work to remove them.
How to remove tile from a fireplace hearth.
Fireplaces are commonly covered in tile or natural stone because of the durability and heat resistance of the material.
Installing a striking tile design around your fireplace is a great way to establish it as a focal point in your living room.
Removing wall tiles is different and more difficult than removing floor tiles because wall tiles are typically set very close together with minimal grout lines.
To do so make sure all of the tiles are intact and secure.
Backsplash tile in tight areas can be frustrating to remove especially if trying to preserve the sheetrock behind.
Remove the tile and prepare the wall according to the corresponding instructions above or tile over the existing tile.
Step 1 place the tip of a flat head screwdriver over a portion of the tile s grout.
Available in stone marble glass slate ceramic and more our tile materials offer a durable heat resistant surface that also adds style to your fireplace surrounds mantels back panels and hearths.
Removing a tile fireplace surround provides you with a blank slate to upgrade your fireplace wall any way you like.
Fireplace facelift illustration by gregory nemec.
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