Hey everyone! I'm in the midst of a DIY project, removing a tile backsplash from my kitchen, and things have taken a turn for the worse. As I'm peeling off the tiles, the wall behind them is crumbling. I was expecting a solid backing, but it looks like I only have plaster and some brown paper. Shouldn't there be a solid board there? I'm considering cutting out the damaged areas and replacing them with drywall panels. Any advice on how to handle this mishap? It's turning into a bit of a DIY disaster!
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Looks like the tiles were set directly onto the drywall, which isn’t uncommon. Just make sure to deal with that crumbling drywall appropriately when you’re replacing it.
So, you have a couple of options. You can either remove the drywall where it’s damaged and patch in new pieces, or use a putty knife and hammer to gently pry the tiles away. Just be careful with whatever method you choose!
You might want to grab a multi-tool and carefully run it across the top of the tile. It should help in pulling everything out cleanly. Just take your time!
I have one of those! Ill give it a try, thank you for the suggestion.