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Use a grout saw to cut all the grout loose around the perimeter of the tile you wish to remove. A Dremel or equivalent multi-tool with the grout removing attachment is easiest to use. Use a hammer and chisel to break the tile from the center and work toward the edges.
If you are trying to remove the tile so as to save the cement board, it is a waste of time in my opinion. It is grueling work to try to remove ceramic tile in an effort to salvage inexpensive cement board. I feel it is a far better idea to remove the cement board and tile all at the same time.You want to start removing tile where the ceramic tile ends and a different flooring material, such as carpet or hardwood flooring, begins. Do not try to start this job in the middle of the ceramic tile floor.nce the grout is removed from around a tile, try to pop the tile off the cement board by driving the stiff putty knife under the tile at a low angle. The blade of the putty knife should be nearly parallel with the floor. Strike the end of the putty knife gently with the hammer.