How to Remove Saltillo Tile
- 1). Firmly hold the masonry chisel at an angle to the grout joint between the saltillo tiles.
- 2). Tap the head of the chisel with the masonry hammer to chip away the grout.
- 3). Set the electric hammer-drill to hammer or chisel mode (this is a switch that is located near the trigger, in most cases) and angle its chisel to the mortar joint between the floor and the tile.
- 4). Engage the hammer-drill motor and begin chipping away the mortar joint. Continue this until the tile is free; tiles may crack and break during this process, as they are usually fragile. Work your way throughout the rest of the tiles on the floor until all are removed.
- 5). Remove any leftover mortar, using the masonry hammer and chisel.
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