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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.
Tile Removal. The method used to attach the tiles to the wall affects the way the tiles come off. Tiles installed with thinset or another tile adhesive often require more work to remove them. A wide-blade putty knife is helpful in prying the tiles loose.Once those tiles loosen, pry them off with a putty knife. The only way to remove tiles set in mortar may be to break them and then scrape off the mortar bed.eep the windows open to allow adequate ventilation as you remove ceramic tiles on drywall. The small bits of grout loosed by the grout removal process may become airborne. It's also a good idea to wear a protective face mask to avoid breathing the dust. Ceramic tiles have sharp edges; protective gloves should be worn.