Porcelain tile is a heavier version of ceramic tile, its dense composition making it resistant to stains and damage. Since it has a reputation for durability, many people think that they can’t remove the porcelain flooring in their kitchen, bathroom or the rest of the home. The way in which it is manufactured, it is stronger and harder.  Additionally, it is also more water-resistant than your standard ceramic tile. Because of these factors, porcelain tile is often found it kitchens and bathrooms.  Their resiliency also makes them popular in commercial locations.

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Porcelain Tile DEMO & Removal Process

We start the removal process by using our specialized equipment to remove the porcelain tile. Next, we use hand tools to remove any pieces of flooring that remain. With the flooring gone, we can start getting rid of the mortar or thin set underneath.

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Removing a floor surface properly means getting rid of the compounds used to make the porcelain floor tiles stick. In many cases, porcelain tile is installed using a heavy layer of mortar or thin set underneath. The installer does this to make the heavy porcelain tiles stay where they are laid.  In order to complete the removal of your floor and leave it ready for installation of a new surface, we make sure this mortar or thin set is all gone.

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After the porcelain tile surface of your floor is removed, JAS Flooring Solutions works to get rid of this layer. We use chisels to break the bonding and remove this layer from the surface of the concrete sub-floor. Any little patches that are still stuck on the concrete get removed by large grinders that leave the floor smooth. Grinding helps to clear away any mortar or thin set and leaves the area ready for installation for new flooring.