Looking to remove thinset / tile adhesive from the backer cement board in the tub area. I want to replace the cement board as it got damaged while removing the tiles. The problem is, the tile adhesive is left on the backerboard, making screw removal a bit of a pain. How can I remove this to get to the screws?
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I've heard grinding it off works, but if that's the case, what's an ideal tool to grind?
I did some more searching, and found a similar (ish) post to mine. It recomends one of the following:
- http://www.homedepot.com/b/Tools-Hardware-Power-Tool-Accessories-Abrasives-Grinding-Wire-Wheels-Brushes/N-5yc1vZc8y0
- http://www.homedepot.com/p/RIDGID-4-in-Double-Row-Diamond-Cup-Wheel-HD-AWD40/202884364
- http://www.homedepot.com/p/Ryobi-5-5-Amp-4-1-2-in-Angle-Grinder-AG452K/100529101
Which is good and could be used again in the future?
Thanks,
Justin W.
Best Answer
Finding and then using those screw heads is going to be a nightmare, so I would abandon the idea of removing the wall board semi-intact. Find the studs (with one of those cryptically-named stud finders), cut the boards between the studs, and then pry it all off. Or, use an abrasive disk to cut right down the line of screws.