How to Remove Vinyl Floor Squares
- 1). Cut the tiles into strips using a sharp utility knife. Start at the outside walls and move towards the center of the room. The outside tiles will generally be cut tiles and will be smaller.
- 2). Pull up the tile strips. Wear utility gloves to protect your hands from the sharp edges of the tile and the harsh adhesive.
- 3). Spray soapy water on any felt backing to break the felt down so that it can be scraped off with your utility knife.
- 4). Use a floor scraper or a long-handled chisel to pull up any remaining hard-to-remove pieces of tile. Scrape up as much of the adhesive as possible.
- 5). Heat up the adhesive with a heat gun to soften it for easier removal. Hold the heat gun 4 to 6 inches from the adhesive and use the chisel or scraper to scrape the adhesive off of the floor.
- 6). Remove any leftover adhesive with trisodium phosphate, which can be purchased at any home supply store. Use a sponge mop or an old cloth to apply the chemical to the floor, and scrape the remaining adhesive. Wear goggles when working with the chemical.
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