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Removing Vinyl Floor Tiles
Thank you for your help. I have another
question regarding how to remove existing vinyl tile from plywood
sheathing. The old vinyl tiles are adhered to plywood sheathing very
tightly. I had tried to use different sizes of tile chisels, but still
hard to remove the tiles. Is there any other means to do such a tough job?
Thanks
Xiaoyin G.
I understand
that removing vinyl floor tiles is much easier with heat. We bought a
heat gun at Sears for under $25. Most hardware stores also sell these
heat guns. These heat guns are similar to hair dryers, but the air is
much hotter and the blower fan is less powerful.
Wagner is the brand we bought. With an ability to heat the air to 800 or
1,000 degrees F, these should soften the adhesive so that they are
easier to pry off.
Also, you might wish to buy a larger scraper. I have a device called an
"ice pud" which is used in winter-time for chipping ice on the
sidewalks and driveway. This tool is basically a long-handled chisel. It
lets you scrape the floor while standing up. Another tool that is
helpful is a flat-blade garden shovel. This tool is used to cut sod in
straight lines, and is also quite useful for scraping. I sharpened mine
on a grinder so it has a sharp edge. Sharpening can also be done with a
file.
This may be of no help now that you have started... but many contractors
just install the Wonderboard directly on top of the old vinyl flooring.
This will only work if the vinyl is non-cushioned, (i.e. not soft and
spongy). But I don't believe this quick approach will be as secure as
the approach you are taking.
Bruce W. Maki, Editor.
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