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How to remove slate tile flooring?

Kelli-H
Growing in Experience

How to remove slate tile flooring?

We are revamping our pantry and wanting to remove the slate flooring.

Is this something we can do ourselves, or is it best to hire a professional for the job.

 

We will be hiring a professional for the rest of the house as its a large area, but that's a while off, whereas the pantry we can do ourselves.

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Kelli-H
Growing in Experience

Re: How to remove slate tile flooring?

@EricL 

 

I was wondering if a rotary hammer drill with sds chisel bit would help move things along?

 

I have found that I can manually chisel away at the mortar but obviously that is time consuming and labour intensive.

 

I would value your thoughts on this.

 

Thank you

EricL
Bunnings Team Member
Bunnings Team Member

Re: How to remove slate tile flooring?

Hello @Kelli-H 

 

My best advice is to make sure that your rotary drill is compatible with the SDS chisel. It will definitely expedite the removal of the mortar bed. I highly recommend giving it a go.

 

If you need further assistance, please let us know.

 

Eric

 

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