Using the hammer tap the handle of the putty knife gently.
How to remove granite countertop backsplash.
Lift the cloth to see that the granite is not damaged before you proceed.
Cover the counter with paper newspaper cardboard.
Slowly chip away at the adhesive holding down the backsplash to the wall.
Removing a 4 inch granite backsplash the first thing you have to do is to cut the caulk seal around the backsplash because it s strong enough to keep the backsplash in place all on its own.
Tools i used to get the job.
In this first video i show my step by step process on how to remove your old granite countertops without having to break them.
Use a razor box knife and slowly cut the caulk in the corner and top of backsplash.
Use a scrubbable paint and maybe add some lighting under the cabinets.
Cut a deep slice into the caulk all around the perimeter including the border between the backsplash and the countertop using a sharp utility knife.
Take out the backsplash and paint the area a light color that will help simplify and soften the busy countertop and dark cabinets.
Carefully slide the blade of your putty knife between the granite backsplash and the wall.
Use painters tape close to the corner of the counter and backsplash.
Use a stiff putty knife and gently pry the backslash away from the wall.
How to remove granite countertop backsplash.
2 slide the putty knife along the top edge and perimeter of the laminate to cut it loose from the glue.
Be careful not to tap the handle too hard so you don t damage your wall.
Force a putty knife vertically down between the backsplash and the wall.
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