Remove Laminate Countertop Backsplash Before Install

Steps on how to remove laminate backsplash.

Remove laminate countertop backsplash before install.

You will have to use a putty knife to remove the caulk and glue before carefully removing stone counters. I have a stone and glass backsplash i really want to keep. Normally the backsplash is cut before it is installed. If the laminate is attached to the wall with construction adhesive or glue you have to work hard to pry the backsplash away from the wall.

Before installation you can set the laminate piece on two sawhorses for cutting. I want to install a granite counter to replace my existing laminate. The backsplash can range in height from a several inches to a few feet. A laminate countertop should be accompanied by a laminate backsplash.

All you really need is something thin like a putty knife and get to ripping. In other instances plywood is drilled to the wall then the laminate backsplash is glued to the top of the plywood. Lift the countertop with a friend to avoid injury. My laminate in 3 4 inch so the granite will be thicker which creates a dilemma with tbe tiled backsplash.

My choices are to remove a row of time or butt the granite up to the tile. That s more difficult to remove because you can t access the screws to remove the plywood. If you want to replace your existing countertop and leave the decorative tile backsplash in place i m going to tell you how it can be done old outdated ceramic wall splashes should be handled with care for obvious reasons.