How To Replace A Single Cracked/Broken Floor Tile
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Shannon from www.house-impr... shows you how to remove and replace a single floor tile. Perhaps you have a chipped, cracked, or broken floor tile that needs replacement, well we show you step by step how to remove the old tile, clean out the grout, old thinset, and install a new tile.
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I swear every time I need to look something up you're always right there with a detailed video. Thanks for all your help!
You are so welcome!
Canadians always sound so helpfully enthused. Like yourself. Thank you for your time.
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You are not only great Teacher but a very generous and a Kind person. You have honestly shared your experience. I have learnt a lot.
Bravo! I’ve watched this video a dozen times. The first time, I used it to show my wife what was involved with a retiling we needed in the kitchen. Your delivery and instructions were superb. Walked me through step by step, and the floor looks fantastic.
I have watched 5 videos of tile replacement but none of then couldn’t get me all the info I was looking for. Thank you very much. This was really helpful
Yours titles removing method is the most complete and detailed on TH-cam. Good job. Thanks.
I have to replace tiles after a drain pipe was repaired under my kitchen floor. I found this video first and do not need to search any further. You are very detailed and showed all safety issues. Thank you very much. Thanks to you, I can do this. I subscribed for sure.
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Thank you so much for posting!!! I wasn't looking for a PHD education in kitchen tile, just need to do a repair. You were spot on, with the quick, clean information i needed to get the job done. I am saving your channel for future tutorials, as my house is nearing 20 years old. I figure i'll need to know a little bit about a lot of things :)
I'm right there with you. Mine is 40 years old and it feels like everything is breaking all at the same time. I'm physically disabled, so that makes it all extremely difficult.
Excellent video Shannon! Thank you for redoing the realistic tile removal at the end . We appreciate you being so thorough!
As a mechanic who is tackling his own home repairs, I thank you for this very informative vid.
I also discovered what a racket is the tile business.
my floor wasn't grouted, they simply used the thinset to serve as grout, one enormous time saver and trick-of-the-trade I did discover and wholly respect.
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of course that made removing this "grout" impossible, had to purchase a multi-tool and diamond blades, so...but thinset as grout looks fine.
I decided to learn how to replace my tile myself when I suspected I was being misled with a mighty price tag. I detest being manipulated, thanks for your video.
This guy knows what he's talking about, proper craftsman.
Thank you very much for your tutorial. This was a weekend project. It required a bit more work than I thought, but it was worth it in the end. You helped me out greatly, and I saved quite a bit of money, even though I had to buy many of the tools you mentioned. I know I will use them again someday elsewhere in the house, so I consider that an investment. Thank you so much for your help!
Great video!
Small tip: You can decrease the amount of tile shards during chiseling by covering the tile with wide masking tape beforehand.
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Came across your video and just noticed it’s 6 years old. I’ve watched a dozen or more videos on how to replace a cracked tile and yours was definitely the best and very helpful. I have a Divosta home that was built 20 years ago in south Florida, West Palm Beach to be exact m. For some reason all of a sudden the tiles started to pop up and after removing the tile some were hollow underneath which caused them to crack when stepped on. Why would this happen? The house is 20 years old and shouldn’t be settling anymore. Some of the thin set was loose and some was attached to the back of the tile. Thanks for the help my friend.
Homes are always shifting a little in many places, I would suspect however that maybe someone has dropped something in that area and it has started a problem, or if its a wood floor maybe you have some rot that is causing the floor to be weak and flexing ?
Thanks man, great video! I just dropped a pot plant on my tile and want to fix it myself rather than pay a ridiculous amount for min charge labour. You just schooled me up in 20mins!
The Back Buttering idea is great. I have an old 1905 house with a slightly sloped kitchen floor. This extra tip will hopefully help keep my tile down. I have a few cracked tile to replace so I'm getting that oscillating tool you showed and thought about getting that Premixed SpectraLock 1 grout .. its $94 but its supposed to perform like Epoxy grout. My grout was coming out and chipping so I'll just redo it all.
What a beaut - first time here and feeling much more confident to repair myself because of the level of detail and instruction. Thank you!
Thanks for checking it out!
To take out the cracked tile, you only need a hammer and small chisel. Break the center of the tile with the hammer to create an edge, use the chisel to fit between the tile and mastic and hit it with the hammer. Large pieces come out easily. THEN you can take out the grout. Keep it simple, don't overthink it.
I have a job tomorrow that you just thoroughly explained every facet of. Next beer I crack open, definitely will be a cheers to you!
Thank you for posting this video on cracked tile replacement. I have 3 kitchen tiles exactly the way you have shown in video to remove and replace!
You are welcome
I was nervous doing this, but after watching your video, think I am kind of motivated to give it a try.
This has been the best demo i have seen thank you
Shannon, you are fantastic! Thank you very much for showing us home improvement DIY-ers how to do so many things!
thank you and thanks for going back to show how the tile will most likely come up. Much appreciate the extra step.
Thank you very much, I think you have probably one of the videos out there on this.
I’ve just pulled up a few tiles in the bathroom and having a go myself, obviously I’ll need to seal mine, but your video has put me on the right path.
Excellent video. I am ready to attempt to replace one tile in my son’s house kitchen.
absolutely one of the best DIY videos I've ever watched!
This was a great explanation. Thank you so much for sharing your knowledge. I had a couple of damaged tiles on the master, so I did not want a stranger working there. I bought most of the tools you have and I did it. The floor looks great...
Every DIY you make is the best of the best thanks for all of your videos
I found this very informative. I have a broken tile that I now feel ready to tackle. Thank you.
Thank you for your professional project sharing. And teach me how to deal with broken tile.
Surprised there has been no comments on three years. Thanks for video. Just used your technique for first time and worked perfectly. Used a diamond disc on a grinder though. It's what I had.
Nice work!
Exactly what I needed to know - thank you for the clear, easy-to-understand instruction!
Excellent video. Solid concentrated information. I read a half dozen DIY books without getting nearly as much valuable detail. Thank you!
Thanks for your vid. It helped me fix a tile and showed my 16 year old how to do it too.
You can also use a razor knife to break the bond in the grout between tiles. It's quicker than sawing it out and eliminates potential damage from a grout saw. I've used it over and over again when removing a section and have completely eliminated transmission of the crack line to the next tile. It only takes a few passes too. But it will take a few blades if you're doing a lot of tiles.
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Like using a utility knife? I've got a cracked tile that needs to be replaced. I don't have a grout saw.
Utility knife? Can't cut grout?
Seems the multitool doing better job.
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"That never should have come up that easy". Good one Shannon. Before that happened I was expecting you to say it wouldn't come up easy because you installed it! LOL Appreciate the help. My dumb arse would be starting on the outside and getting mad at all the additional work I was creating!
Thanks for the refresher. It'll be very helpful. I have a loose kitchen tile and this should do the trick.
This is super-helpful - thank you for taking the time to record and help the rest of us!!! :-) Appreciate it - thank you!
Awesome video...have been procrastinating on a few broken tiles in my house. after this video, i am ready to tackle that project. thank you so very much
Glad it was helpful!
Thank you for your video! I will show it to my better half. Lol. 😁We have one bathroom tile to replace. Cracked when installed 18 yrs ago by tile installer.
Just want to say thanks. I've watched most of you videos and they are on par with this old house only more informational. I just recently (tonight) had to do this on a floor that I had just laid because a tile ended up getting chipped and it worked like a charm. Thanks again!
Also used your framing video for framing my basement.....really thanks!
Great video. Using the masonry bit near the center of the damaged tile is a great tip. Thanks!!
You saved my kitchen renovation. Thank you sooooo much. Your explanation was very clear and helpful.
You are welcome!
That was a terrific DIY presentation. I now feel confident in tackling this project. Thanks Shannon!
Thank you so much for this video. Tackling the project tomorrow bright and early
excellent. Broke a tile wanted to try the tile patch repair but did not loook good. Will replace and thankfully i have some left over!
As usual you are very good at everything you do and your straight forward way of explaining and showing the hands on is fantastic. love to watch your presentations.
Thank you. This video became very helpful to me. I have a couple of broken tiles in my kitchen and was thinking how I can replace with new tiles without calling a professional. So, thank you and appreciate your demonstration including safety precautions.
Thanks for the video my wife will be happy now 😊
Thank you friend. Your expertise and advice is much appreciated. Keep-up he great work !!
Just changed a tile with your help, thank you so much!
Thanks for explaining why not to just smash the tile with the hammer 😅 I was definitely thinking about expediting the removal process by just hammering it 😂 20:27
Very profesional demo. Best on TH-cam. Thank you. This was a huge help.
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Thanks for this video. Iv got a cracked tile from the previous owner and wanted to know what im getting into before I start.
Thumbs up and Thank You once again for taking your time to show us how it's done. You didn't have to but you did. You are a great guy.
Fantastic video, exactly what I needed to see, thank you.
Brilliant video, many thanks from across the pond!
Our pleasure!
Love your video's! We have our own construction company but it's always nice to have other information
Outstanding video, and exceptionally helpful. Thank you.
Awesome work & amazing teaching.. you made it simple
Thanks a lot 😊
Thanks, my work is waiting!
Well, great instruction, but more work than I thought. Think I'll hire someone! My god!
Congrats, your video is EXCELLENT , your explain it very simply and your advices are superb. Thank you!
You just saved me $1000 . Thank you so much!!
Excellent clip, my case some one glued the base of the toilet to the floor and 2 only 16cm square tiles broke away. Temporary mounted the toilet and now to replace the 2 tiles.
Thank you for this outstanding instructional video!
Your videos are great. Thanks for helping me out on another project. Only ask would be to show how to mix the tinset and grout.
Sounds like a real pro, thanks, very helpful..
You are a very good teacher.
Nice instructional video. Thank you.
Waited the whole video for more info on how to prepare thinset mortar.
Excellent tutorial, thank you. Subscribed on this alone.
Thanks for the sub!
This is awesome! Thanks for this amazing tutorial!!!
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Excellent demo really helpful with good steps to help work out what to do.
Glad it was helpful!
Nice straightforward video
Fantastic Video. Thanks very much.👍
Great video! Excellent, easy to understand presentation. Thanks!
That was awesome, made me less nervous on swapping one tile out if my kitchen
Dont you just freaking love TH-cam????
Thanks for a great video. I am changing sinks and my kitchen countertop is tiled and the 4 corners where the sink goes into are 90°. I have a small gap showing so I need to take out at least 2 tiles and make sure the corners are rounded in order to make sure the sink covers the entire top without any gaps.
With your video i think i can do it. God i love TH-cam and guys like you, which educate us average Joe’s
By the way guys, I am going to assume the process is the same for smaller kitchen top tiles correct???
Yes it is.
HouseImprovements ...Thanks again! 👍🏻
Thanks Shannon this was concise quick and detailed. You made it easy.
Thank you! - An excellent video - You save the day for me. Regards and greetings from Nicosia, Cyprus. Awesome!
One interesting tip to clean older grout is to use a toilet bowl cleaner gel on the grout. Let it sit for a few minutes before scrubbing up. But it should help clean it very easily.
Does that only apply to lighter grout?
Great job explaining. You’re an excellent teacher.
It's a big help for beginners, Thanks a lot!
Excellent demo. Exactly what I needed to see!
Thank you Shannon, I'm from Kerala, India.
Excellent demo... 👏👏👏
Thank you. 😊
I really liked your "afterthought"! Now I know exactly what to expect when I get started. Thanks!
Fantastic video. Thanks for sharing your knowledge and your experience!!
Thanks for the great, informative video!
Thanks from Prince George, BC Canada!
Thank You for the effort to educate much appreciated!!!! I've definitely subscribed ☺️
Always helpful,I've watched a couple of your videos and they've always been good
I have some lose tiles. The backer board is plywood. Can I use thin set mortar on the plywood? It looks better than the acyllic cenent.... Thanks for the excellent video!
i feel like very relaxing while watching this video. it seem easy when you have all the necessary tools to do the job but i am sure it takes experience to really do like what he did here. Thanks for sharing i have a lot of craked tiles and me and my son will experiment on it hahaha
You can do it!
Thank you so much for the video I actually removed my old tiles but I was not quite certain how to get back to a smooth surface about 10:26 in the video you showed exactly how to do that thank you so much and I really appreciate it 👍🌞👍