Could this item be used to remove ceramic tile off concrete subfloor?
1888609
In answer to the question, can this item remove tile from a concrete subfloor?" Well the answer is yes it can, but the question then is at what result? This is a handy hand held heavy jackhammer that can be handled by the average man, and can do some serious demolition work. But like most jackhammers, it has to be in contact with a solid object to pound away at things. It can not do stripping jobs. In my experience removing tile from a subfloor, you want something lighter weight, more like 20 ponds instad of the 65 pounds this thing weighs. You also want to preserve the floor, and this tough hammer will deninately be able to hurt the sub floor. And you will want a flat scraper tool which this hammer will not fit. My suggestion for tile removal is possibly an electric sawsall and one of the new stripper blades made for them, found at the hardware stores, or on Amazon, or an upright floor chipper with a flat blade. The old way of course is a hammer and wide chizzel. My best suggestion is what I use, an air compressor and a pnematic floor chizzel and blade for tough tile removal. Safety glasses always! This tool is a hand held jackhammer and probably a little rough for your needs on this particular job.
1888610
After reading the other answers, I would agree. This would get the tile off, but it is heavy and if you are not careful, damage will be done to the concrete subfloor. I did try this when removing the tile that was in our foyer, which was laid in a mortar bed around 1974. It went right through the tile, through the mortar bed and actually poked a little hole in the wood subfloor. After that, I went back to a hammer and chisel to remove the tiles, and mortar bed. Lot of work, but I didn't risk poking more holes in the wood subfloor.
1888611
Yes, however a smaller, lighter hammer would be easier on your back. Whichever hammer, a wide chisel would likely work best for removing tile from a flat surface.
1888612
Might be overkill, but it will most definately remove it with the right bit.
1888613
yes. It's heavy duty tho. Might damage the floor underneath if not done correctly.
1888614
It's strong enough to break-up concrete, up to 6 inches thick based on my experience. Using it to remove ceramic tile should be done with care, but depending on the materials it could be a lot easier than any other method.
777964
Haven't used on floor tiles, but with a good drill and a little "Bar Keepers Fried" cleaner it would clean most hard surfaces.
553310
I'm assuming you are talking about ceramic or porcelain tiles if so, the the answer is NO! You would have to use a ceramic tile saw or a score and snap saw. The Skil flooring saw could be used to cut laminate floor tiles.
1641536
If it is anything like cutting ceramic tile, I would think a wet saw would work far better. But I have no idea how tough the brick is that you are thinking of cutting.
1932728
I'm not 100% sure. When I moved out of my previous apartment where I put one of these on the ceramic tile, it came off pretty easily. It left a little adhesive that I used soft scrub to get off. The one I have now, I haven't tried to take it down, so I can't speak to how THIS model will affect ceramic tile. I would say remove it carefully and patiently and then use either Soft Scrub for the remnants or an adhesive remove called Goo Gone.
1555893
I'm sure you would just burn up blades and ruin the tiles. You could try a little trim piece, but I wouldn't hold my breath. You can buy a small wet saw from Northern Tool, or rent one from your local hardware store.
391492
I didn't try that. But, I can't imagine there is anyway it could do that job. It made a mess of ceramic tile!
2051757
i doubt it but it's worth a try. are you talking cosmetic or does it get hot? and how small is small? it works great on my ceramic tile floor....
504398
It can be used for tile removal. Damage to the walls and floor may depend on how strong the thinset is holding. There is a tile removal bit for the tool, it's about 2 inches wide and has an angle on it so the bit can go flat against the wall.
928482
I'd think so. Worked great on ceramic tile. If you think one can might be cutting it close definitely get two cans. It seems to go quick, but I sprayed it on pretty thick. Good luck.
553315
No. This is just for wood/laminate flooring purposes. I suppose if you find a tile blade that would fit the saw it would work for tile u to a certain thickness. As it is boxed it will not cut tile.
2015511
No, sorry to say this tool will not do what your looking to do with it. This tool is wonderful for removing cermaic tile from substrates. A carbide head on a buffer would do a better job but still may not remove all the residue.
682813
It would probably work on a sealed and polished concrete floor. It would be very slick when you do it due to the amount of moisture it produces.
2058150
do you mean ceramic tile? I would not. you would need to buy a special wheel and it would be hard to hold small pieces safely . Better to rent a wet saw from a tool rental for a few hours and make sure you don't get cut. I always try to think safety first. Thye wet blades does not chip the edges of the tile and has a guide so you can use a push stick and not your fingers.
2237450
I would try it in a small area first and see for yourself. You did not mention what kind of tile, I would question the long time results on ceramic. Good Luck !
655044
Yes it would work for a a ceramic tile floor. I have it outside my trailer on a concert driveway and doesn't move.
395857
It is def powerful enough but i would advise against unless its for removing tile. If you are cutting tile finish work use a tile saw