How to Remove Tile and Cement Backer Board The Easy Way, Fast and Cheap!

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How to Remove Tile and Cement Backer Board The Easy Way, Fast and Cheap!

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Be Your Own Handyman and save some Money!! Video tutorial shows how to remove tile and or Cement board or both from wood subfloor. As stated in video, you can remove tile first, or just use this trick and remove it all together. I chose to remove the tile first because the way they put the thinset on, I was able to see a lot of the screws. Usually thinset is 100% coverage and you won't be able to see the screw heads. Enjoy.
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@ericstephenvorm 2 жыл бұрын

Practical, and useful. Everything a KZfaq video should be. Thanks for making this!

@TheHomeImprovementChannel 2 жыл бұрын

You're very welcome!

@ktmden Жыл бұрын

Been doing this for years. The wedges are a great idea. A few suggestions. Tape cardboard to cabinets/walls and remove doors to protect them....and for Pete's sake, put some boots on! Sandals and shorts? Lol. Seriously...the wedges are priceless!!

@TheHomeImprovementChannel Жыл бұрын

The shorts are part of my uniform! The sandals, well I had forgotten my shoes and by the time I remembered I was half way to the job... so there's that... lol. Thanks for the info... 😀

@planterguy 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for the help. I’m about to remove the tile floor and cement board from our bathroom. You just saved me a bunch of time trying to figure out how. Let the fun begin.

@TheHomeImprovementChannel 2 жыл бұрын

Excellent.. Yea, it's a tough job, just be careful and make sure to take safety precautions... 😀

@user-eu5cq1wg9j Жыл бұрын

I tried this method today..best way!!! No dust from a machine. Worked better than all our crow bar tools. Just had to convince the helpers to put down the crow bars! Did not pick them back up after trying. Peeled off the cement board , so easy!! Less work!! Actually did this in bare feet....

@TheHomeImprovementChannel Жыл бұрын

Excellent! SO glad I could help. Yea that floor had about 4 layers and I tried the crow bar, and roofing shovel and I was getting small chunks! I was like, this is going to take a month.... 😂. Had to come up with something else.

@wallacemurray134 3 жыл бұрын

love the combo of flip flops and cowboy boots!

@TheHomeImprovementChannel 3 жыл бұрын

Lol... yep.. :-)

@seeya101oliASWHDFIL 2 ай бұрын

Used this technique today. Worked like a charm. Thanks very much

@TheHomeImprovementChannel 2 ай бұрын

That's awesome! So glad I could help.... 😊

@LetsGoHelio 5 жыл бұрын

Cowboy boots and sandals - gotta love it.

@TheHomeImprovementChannel 5 жыл бұрын

LOL... I usually don't wear sandals to work, but that day, I was wearing them out of the house, and didn't realize it until I was already half way to the job... well... I wasn't going to turn around and go home just for that... :-)

@LetsGoHelio 5 жыл бұрын

The Home Improvement Channel I don’t blame you my friend! Nice video by the way.

@TheHomeImprovementChannel 5 жыл бұрын

abaswilderness thanks 😀😀

@guernseyop27 4 жыл бұрын

thank you very much. this saved me hours and a sore back. The backer board was screwed down with 10 rows of 10 screws per sheet under the thinset. Yes, 100 screws per sheet. I also used the idea on plywood that was nailed(not screwed ) to the subfloor. Very easy. Thank you again

@TheHomeImprovementChannel 4 жыл бұрын

Yea those floors can be a real back breaker to get loose! Glad this helped 😁😁😁

@eschrader 3 жыл бұрын

Good tips. I am using a long crowbar to get under it and break the screws loose. Its tough and dusty work.

@TheHomeImprovementChannel 3 жыл бұрын

OH I know... My brother is going thru this on his house and he's dealing with some old tiles and several layers!... He wants me to come help, but luckily I've been busy with other stuff...😂

@austinroberson8 9 күн бұрын

Construction sandals, love it!

@TheHomeImprovementChannel 8 күн бұрын

Lol! Yep, they're in the boot section at Tractor Supply... 😂

@tb4536 Жыл бұрын

Thanks for the information. Want to put down vinyl plank flooring but need to get up tile floor. These contractors want a stupid amount of money to do it. I've done the flooring a couple times, just need the tile out

@TheHomeImprovementChannel Жыл бұрын

It is a lot of work... I'm sure that was their reasoning.. Even after it's up,.. you still have to carry out all the pieces and dispose of it somewhere... 😀 Of course depends on how much they wanted, there are things you can only charge but so much for..!

@JoeBManco 7 ай бұрын

Thanks for the video. I have an entry "mud room" that has really ugly tile that I want out of there. Thankfully the room is about the size of a walk-in closet.

@TheHomeImprovementChannel 7 ай бұрын

Excellent! This was an extreme example of putting down several layers of flooring then tile on top of it all.... Usually you don't run into that.. 😀

@nickk05281982 3 ай бұрын

Safety flip flops. The socks are kevlar :) thank you for the technique

@TheHomeImprovementChannel 3 ай бұрын

Lol!

@timothygevedon5618 2 жыл бұрын

The wedges worked great! Thanks for sharing!!

@TheHomeImprovementChannel 2 жыл бұрын

You're welcome!!

@joestimac1056 5 жыл бұрын

Are those the new saftey sandals??

@TheHomeImprovementChannel 5 жыл бұрын

Yep! I like to be comfortable....

@josehuertas2441 2 жыл бұрын

OSHA Approved Sandals and Camo Outfit....Niceeeeee

@thelemonddropskid5445 2 жыл бұрын

Steel tips and all

@cohenkevinloriqueen818 11 ай бұрын

A real jewel

@MrPup1979 10 ай бұрын

I’m loving the safety footwear ! I’m too scared of nails to wear but upvote from me for style

@salbrookstone2904 2 жыл бұрын

Holy cow! Is Tony Montana from Scarface in tile business now? 😂 Good job man! Very helpful… Thanks for the video!

@TheHomeImprovementChannel 2 жыл бұрын

Lol... say hello to my little friend! The hammer drill... 😂😂 Thanks... 😊

@marcxx131 2 жыл бұрын

Are white socks and open sandals mandatory? and do you have an Amazon Link for them ? 🙂 Thanks for the tips though really

@TheHomeImprovementChannel 2 жыл бұрын

Lol... I had forgotten my shoes that day and walked out of the house with flip flops! By the time I saw it it was to much trouble to turn around... 😊😊

@kellykruegerlivinginedmonton Жыл бұрын

Wow! This is a very satisfying video to watch! Thanks for all the great tips!

@TheHomeImprovementChannel Жыл бұрын

Awesome! So glad I could help. You're welcome.. 😀

@TheEclecticHandyman 3 жыл бұрын

Wow what a coincidence, my parent's house growing up had that EXACT vinyl pattern floor that was underneath the tile. Must of been a sale at that time!

@TheHomeImprovementChannel 3 жыл бұрын

Oh yea, it was very popular, I had something similar in my house in the kitchen 🤮

@ndro1371 Жыл бұрын

We had the same yellow vinyl. I'm still gonna tell Oshawa your not wearing proper work gear such as your slides.

@whitechris720 Жыл бұрын

I am using a magnet to find the screws and remove. Hopefully doing this way I won't damage the wooden subflooring.

@TheHomeImprovementChannel Жыл бұрын

Yes that'll work.. although I suspect it'll take a lot longer... 😊😊

@whitechris720 Жыл бұрын

@@TheHomeImprovementChannel way too long. Switching to your method now. Thanks

@aymanjoudar5425 Жыл бұрын

I love the safety shoes!!!!

@TheHomeImprovementChannel Жыл бұрын

Lol... 😂

@davidewan3 2 жыл бұрын

you can use a magnet to find the screw heads.

@TheHomeImprovementChannel 2 жыл бұрын

Yes absolutely. A roofing magnet works great, it's about 2' wide.. 😊

@brianhaney6984 Жыл бұрын

all looks good besides the sandals are a no go!

@TheHomeImprovementChannel Жыл бұрын

Lol... I've got a long list of flip flop haters! 😂

@brianhaney6984 Жыл бұрын

@@TheHomeImprovementChannel 😂

@rmalus10297 2 жыл бұрын

Our tile chips into tiny fragments. It is a very very slllllloooooooooow going process. The cement board is also nailed in and the nail heads break off when we try to remove them. This kitchen is a nightmare

@TheHomeImprovementChannel 2 жыл бұрын

Arrrrgh.. I know the feeling... I've been through that.. :-(

@courtneyyon5916 6 ай бұрын

Highly recommended safety glasses as he is wearing flip flops lol

@TheHomeImprovementChannel 6 ай бұрын

Lol... I had forgotten my shoes that day and I wasn't about to drive all the way back home just for that!... Thanks for the feedback. 😁

@courtneyyon5916 6 ай бұрын

Just giving you a hard time. Keep working hard

@TheHomeImprovementChannel 6 ай бұрын

I know!.. It's ok. 😀 @@courtneyyon5916

@snteevveetns 3 жыл бұрын

I love the safety sandals

@TheHomeImprovementChannel 3 жыл бұрын

Lol.. I had forgotten my shoes that day and wore sandals out of the house! It wasn't worth turning back.. 😂

@desireea1180 11 ай бұрын

Would this be good if you have no flooring underneath? I pulled up laminate wood nail cement backer then tiled. there was some black like padding on the floor. if i knew then.

@TheHomeImprovementChannel 11 ай бұрын

HI, Not sure I understand exactly what you mean... Are you saying you pulled up laminate wood and then attached cement backer then tile? Depends how thick the black padding is... if it's paper thin I wouldn't worry about it, but if there's any thickness to it, it could cause a little sponginess in the floor which is not good for tile..

@alexouretski115 Ай бұрын

And always, always wear flip flop slippers whenever you do any sort of demolition work!🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣

@TheHomeImprovementChannel Ай бұрын

Lol.... I've had a string of flip flop haters in my comments. I had walked out the door that day wearing flip flops and was half way to the job before I even noticed.. So going back home was just to much trouble.. 😊

@kevinoverholtzer3126 5 жыл бұрын

this is the best spot bonded floor I ever saw

@TheHomeImprovementChannel 5 жыл бұрын

This floor was a nightmare to get up!

@watchdaride Жыл бұрын

going to try this on my 2nd floor bathroom .

@TheHomeImprovementChannel Жыл бұрын

I hope it works great for you!.. 😀

@watchdaride Жыл бұрын

@@TheHomeImprovementChannel is there any way to paint tile .I have a small bathroom but need to change color from beige to white . Selling house so long term durability not a priority

@therealdiehl4671 5 жыл бұрын

I'm working on my third room in this house today, pulling this stuff. It has been glued down plus screws. It has taken hours of running the hammer drill as a jack hammer. Unfortunately the wedges offered little help. Getting the glue up to have a clean surface is even harder. A floor sander with 36 grit barely phases it.

@TheHomeImprovementChannel 5 жыл бұрын

OH gosh! I hope this is your house and you're not a contractor doing this job for someone.... That sounds terrible... :-(

@guernseyop27 4 жыл бұрын

Get a grinder with a vacuum hood and a diamond cup .... It will cut through anything

@michaelbradford8079 2 жыл бұрын

Safety glasses, hepa filter mask, and don't forgot about the slides with socks. My kinda dude

@TheHomeImprovementChannel 2 жыл бұрын

Lol.. 😂😂

@coolguy24eric 3 жыл бұрын

When we put tile down we put the cement board right over the linoleum. Do people always put that thin piece of wood down and then the cement board and tile?

@TheHomeImprovementChannel 3 жыл бұрын

No not at all.. That thin piece of wood is generally under the linoleum

@coolguy24eric 3 жыл бұрын

@@TheHomeImprovementChannel just never seen people waste the time to take linoleum out. Usually just go over it.

@TheHomeImprovementChannel 3 жыл бұрын

Yes I agree. You were asking me about the wood.

@WhatIsKenDoing 2 жыл бұрын

Wow. Using a splitting axe and flip flops. Way to go, Copernicus.

@TheHomeImprovementChannel 2 жыл бұрын

@shannonluce721 10 ай бұрын

My husband has the same tool and unfortunately whoever put this flooring down had put nails all through it so this handheld tool keeps hitting Nails. Any suggestions for dealing with that?

@TheHomeImprovementChannel 10 ай бұрын

HI, I was using the wood wedges I made out of 2x4. When I hit nails, I just kept pounding away with a 10lb sledge hammer. The wedge will split, but still make it's way past the screws/ nails. You'll have to make several wedges since they don't last very long.

@shannonluce721 10 ай бұрын

@@TheHomeImprovementChannel whoever put our flooring down got overly staple happy and overly nail happy. Literally every inch

@TheHomeImprovementChannel 10 ай бұрын

Yea this one was about the same way... It's a lot of work!@@shannonluce721

@kevinsunday2842 2 жыл бұрын

Dude love the 2x4 trick guess you've been there a few times

@TheHomeImprovementChannel 2 жыл бұрын

Yes that one was quite soothing on the old back!... Lol.. (sarcasm)..

@johnnichols2710 Жыл бұрын

I think wearing sandals distracted from your intent of sharing your tips from all the sandal comments. Ha

@TheHomeImprovementChannel Жыл бұрын

I've had plenty of sandal haters! Sometimes I'll wear them just to bring out the haters... 😂 But in this particular case, I wore them right out of the house and was 1/2 way to a far away job before I noticed!... So I wasn't about to go back just to change shoes... lol.. that's my story and I'm sticking to it..

@Tonpride5 Жыл бұрын

Good tips- except the shorts and flip-flops! 😁 Upgrade to crocks, at least. 😂

@TheHomeImprovementChannel Жыл бұрын

Lol!... I had actually forgot my shoes that day and went out of the house in flip flops.. The shorts were intentional. I strive to be comfortable.. Thanks for the feedback... 😀

@deniseandmarkfirestine7443 Жыл бұрын

Thanks for the tips

@TheHomeImprovementChannel Жыл бұрын

You're welcome.. 😀

@redzones23 6 жыл бұрын

@5:06 THE MADMAN!!! Sandals with hammering !

@TheHomeImprovementChannel 6 жыл бұрын

diver diver lol... Yea I had forgotten my actual shoes that day.... but no biggie... I can work with flip flops too!

@fattony5331 4 жыл бұрын

Angel Castillo boots are for bitches.

@rickwest2818 6 ай бұрын

What do you do if the fiber board is mortered to the subfloor?

@TheHomeImprovementChannel 6 ай бұрын

It'll be a little more difficult. I would probably try a hammer and pound each board. Of course with the tile already removed. It should break up the thinset underneath...

@rickwest2818 6 ай бұрын

I've not tried it and am a bit afraid I'll be starting something I'll regret. Does the thinset not stick well to OSB?

@TheHomeImprovementChannel 6 ай бұрын

Not real well... If they used a modified thinset it'll be a little tougher, but the hammer should break it up. You don't have to go crazy with it... Just hit it a bunch of times with a moderate force and it should crack it up under the cement board.@@rickwest2818

@GreensNGoodness 6 жыл бұрын

Very helpful. Thanks!

@TheHomeImprovementChannel 6 жыл бұрын

Thank You... I've used this way several times, it works pretty well every time!

@espy0008 Жыл бұрын

That method doesn’t work so well when backer board is installed correctly. You’re supposed to install your backer over the subfloor using thinset with screws or nails every 6”-8”. Using that method ensures the floor will never develop hollow spots or cracks in the tile or grout.

@TheHomeImprovementChannel Жыл бұрын

This floor had so many screws in it it's not funny... 😂 I think this would still work even if they had used thinset. The thinset doesn't have a huge grip on plywood. It's more for a vertical filler so that it doesn't squash down in the low spots.. You're right though, that is the correct method...

@espy0008 Жыл бұрын

@@TheHomeImprovementChannel I've installed tile for 25 years. Now I do bathroom remodels exclusively.

@TheHomeImprovementChannel Жыл бұрын

Nice!@@espy0008

@dougsteele5764 4 жыл бұрын

Removing plywood !

@Tearial311 9 ай бұрын

I’d be wearing gloves since that tile comes out like knives

@TheHomeImprovementChannel 9 ай бұрын

Yes you're absolutely right!... 😀. I usually do.

@ericresendes8146 2 жыл бұрын

Seems like u created much more work for yourself

@TheHomeImprovementChannel 2 жыл бұрын

OK thanks

@GaryMeadowsMusic 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks

@TheHomeImprovementChannel 3 жыл бұрын

Welcome

@JamesBrown-ei8wc Жыл бұрын

What do you do to not mess up the base board? And what if you do mess up the base board?

@TheHomeImprovementChannel Жыл бұрын

HI, I will usually remove the baseboard on a job like this. Everything will come out easier. But if you've messed up the baseboard, how bad is it? If it's something that's readily available, I would replace it. IF you can't find a match for it, can it be patched with wood filler/ bondo, etc?

@JamesBrown-ei8wc Жыл бұрын

@@TheHomeImprovementChannel thanks ,just wandering.

@fl8862 2 жыл бұрын

Socks and flip flops while wielding an axe....this guy clearly likes living life on the edge. Not a bad method though I must say.

@TheHomeImprovementChannel 2 жыл бұрын

Lol.. I had forgotten my shoes that day and had a job to do! 😂😂

@fl8862 2 жыл бұрын

@@TheHomeImprovementChannel No worries my friend, it was entertaining to watch and a pretty cool technique. 👍

@denicehtamayo4541 3 жыл бұрын

I have slate on hardy backer board, will this method work? Also did you buy the wedges or make them?

@TheHomeImprovementChannel 3 жыл бұрын

I made those wedges by ripping 2x4s at an angle.. IT should work with the slate. You just have to get the wedges started and drive them under. Be sure to wear safety glasses incase of flying bits of tiles..

@Ventallyouwant 3 жыл бұрын

Why didn't you take the trim off the bottom of the walls

@TheHomeImprovementChannel 3 жыл бұрын

I did eventually, but I don't think it would have helped me remove the tile..

@Ollieslife101 5 жыл бұрын

Haha safety first must have safety glasses and mask but dont worry about my sandals and axe nothing could happen hahaha love ya buddy I watch all ur DIY videos..

@TheHomeImprovementChannel 5 жыл бұрын

Yea, I hear ya... I had gone off that day and fogot my actual shoes! I was wearing flip flops when I left the house and well... there you have it! Just happened to be shooting the video that day.... Thanks for the input...:-)

@billmyers8572 Жыл бұрын

Good video, make sure you always wear your flip flops 🤣

@TheHomeImprovementChannel Жыл бұрын

Lol!.. Yea I've had a lot of comments about the flip-flops.. 😂

@neilfitch 4 жыл бұрын

Why do you need a new floor? There's a beautiful retro vinyl floor already there!

@TheHomeImprovementChannel 4 жыл бұрын

Lol... I couldn't understand it either, but that's what they wanted!

@taylorperkins8411 3 жыл бұрын

That remaining layer of yellow/white material on the floor. That separates you from standing on the plywood. If I’m at that point (actually it’s the exact same in the video I have in my house) to get hardwood floors installed do I need to remove that material too?

@TheHomeImprovementChannel 3 жыл бұрын

Yes, especially if theres other hardwood in the house that your going to match up to...

@wholesome122 4 жыл бұрын

What if the tile is glued with construction glue to the subfloor?

@TheHomeImprovementChannel 4 жыл бұрын

It'll be a fight no matter what! But this principle should still work. Is the tile glued directly to the subfloor? U can use a hammer drill to get it up if that's what you meant.

@davepecoraro4767 4 жыл бұрын

I'd shoot your contractor.. That's wrong..

@michaelking42 4 жыл бұрын

Your backer board was screwed down. Mine was nailed in a box pattern, 6 inches on center. Not easy.

@TheHomeImprovementChannel 4 жыл бұрын

Either way, removing is always a bear... :-)

@LightGesture 3 жыл бұрын

Dunno how well this would work on mortared down subfloor... ugh

@TheHomeImprovementChannel 3 жыл бұрын

Sounds like a tough job!

@ryanschneider8231 6 жыл бұрын

Trying to find what hammer drill you are using with no luck.

@TheHomeImprovementChannel 6 жыл бұрын

Ryan Schneider it's a Hitachi I got at Lowe's... not sure of model... I can check it if u want to know exactly

@dbyers12 6 жыл бұрын

Ryan Schneider I bought mine at Harbor Freight tools. For $79. Best tool investment I ever made. Worked like a charm.

@TheHomeImprovementChannel 6 жыл бұрын

Yep, I've had pretty good luck with Har Freight. I had a tile saw quit one time after 30 days, but several other things have been good.... Thanks again..

@Ollieslife101 5 жыл бұрын

Lowes carries it

@rennpartsdirect 6 жыл бұрын

Are you wearing OSHA approved sandals? Just curious...

@JLPicard440 6 жыл бұрын

Yep!

@jamenseamster1663 5 жыл бұрын

I am here

@TheHomeImprovementChannel 5 жыл бұрын

Me too.

@boltup5566 5 жыл бұрын

Put up plastic sheets. The dust is horrific.

@TheHomeImprovementChannel 5 жыл бұрын

I did have some up cutting off the rest of the house.. your right... it's pretty bad, but not as bad as sanding drywall!

@mike1968442 8 ай бұрын

The easiest way is …. Hire someone else! Seriously I’m starting this 2 weeks before Christmas.

@TheHomeImprovementChannel 8 ай бұрын

Lol! That's true with every project... 😂

@ronaldradicalhickman6071 3 жыл бұрын

There is a complete bed of thinset on the Durock....no way to get to the screws...

@TheHomeImprovementChannel 3 жыл бұрын

I wouldn't worry about getting to the screws. Take out any that you see and rip the rest of them out!

@ronaldradicalhickman6071 3 жыл бұрын

@@TheHomeImprovementChannel ....holy moly , half inch Durock to old hardwood floors with 16" tiles on top in the kitchen....tile came up no prob..... using a roofing tearoff shovel and it is destroying the Durock , nothing but dust to shovel out.... thanks....video was helpful....

@royg4757 3 жыл бұрын

Never trust a contractor that shows up to your house wearing sandals or flip flops!

@TheHomeImprovementChannel 3 жыл бұрын

Lol... I had actually forgotten my shoes that day and I was to far down the road to turn back so there u have it!😂

@bdenney9443 3 жыл бұрын

@@TheHomeImprovementChannel ah man, thats a great answer. You forgot shoes when leaving your house to go to work. I'd hire you strictly because of that. Haha. Been doing construction my whole life and have worked in everything from flip flops to work boots. Some days you just want to be comfortable

@TheHomeImprovementChannel 3 жыл бұрын

@@bdenney9443 Lol... Yep.... :-) I've had a lot of people hate on my flip flops.. I appreciate your feedback...

@ALLPHILLYALLDAY14 4 жыл бұрын

I thought I was the only moron who wears flip-flops n slides while demoing/installing tile...its “my thing”...over 20 yrs of demoing floors/showers and only but me in the ass once demoing in slides but it was a good one. Was leaking all over the bathroom. Thankfully my customer was out of town. Lol

@TheHomeImprovementChannel 4 жыл бұрын

I usually don't wear flip-flops to work! I usually wear them any other time in the summer though so without even thinking about it, I wore them out of the house and went to work... LOL... Obviously I wasnt going to turn around and go get some decent shoes, so I just rolled with it.... :-)

@yurihuski Жыл бұрын

that was some rubbish adhesive pattern when the tiles were put down

@TheHomeImprovementChannel Жыл бұрын

Yea that was probably done in the 90s... depending on which one you mean, I think there were 2 layers or more of flooring. The house was built in the mid 80s...

@bethpersons7134 4 жыл бұрын

obviously the backer board wasn't cemented down. I wish I could drive wedges

@TheHomeImprovementChannel 4 жыл бұрын

Did u try? Maybe the thin set has broken down over time..

@joestimac1056 5 жыл бұрын

Using a roofing shovel would be easier and faster, just saying...

@TheHomeImprovementChannel 5 жыл бұрын

I actually tried a roofing shovel.... It was a absolute joke! Not strong enough to remove that stuff at all... That floor was really thick with multiple layers... and screwed down to the max....