These countertops were included in the house we purchased. Though I’m not sure, they appear to have been created by laying tiles on the countertop. The best course of action is to simply try to remove the tiles with a hammer and chisel, or if possible, hit it from the bottom and remove the entire thing in one piece. Moreover, I’m not clear if they simply rise and disappear or glide out. Is there perhaps a method to verify? It will take a lot of work because there is a lot of countertop space.
Have you thought out a plan yet for new counters? Avoid becoming too excited about the demo. It’s been done, so I wouldn’t suggest it.
If you can, remove the front lip first. Then, use a hammer and chisel to get below the tiles and pop them up.
@Cabby These have no true countertop underneath; they’re basically tile on particle board.
Purchase an elegant countertop and allow the people to take it out as a model!
If not, then yes, pry off the facing edge; cover everything above and below with plastic and cover with canvas drop clothing; start pulling things off with chisels at the spaces between cabinet doors; if you require a magnet to find screws hidden under the grout, that might be useful.
Life should be very romantic. The original tile countertop looks great, especially the large five-pointed star. The task at hand involves removing these tiles, which is definitely a large one. Safety goggles and gloves are advised, and patience is a must.
A maul hammer, perhaps, and a hammer and prayer. Put on safety glasses and gloves. I recently removed the outdated backsplash and tile counters. Actual concrete, steel mesh, and two inches of thought in certain areas. Taken me several hours.