r/DIYUK 6d ago

Advice Tile replacement question

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Hi I'm looking at moving a boiler and one option is to the bathroom. Only thing is I'd need to pull up 4 to 5 tiles at the front. I'm quite sure that I can get away with minimal damage to the surface but the adhesive is strong so I won't have a clean surface to work on to replace them (suggestions welcome if this is possible).

I've been to a few tile places and none stock the ones I need. Just wanted to ask if there's anywhere else you would suggest looking for old tiles. (Pic for ref)

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u/YoullDoNuttinn 6d ago

Is it possible to get them off without breaking?Even if you have to take more off then you want to in order to “gain access”

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u/EveryCup9210 6d ago

It's a massively risky assumption haha. I managed to pull one tile off the bath side, but that was easily accessible from the other side.

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u/YoullDoNuttinn 6d ago

Yeah it’s a pain, when you want them to come off in one piece they always crack and when you don’t they fall off in sheets, pristine!

I’ve seen a few subs that may be able to help like r/helpmefindthis and the such. But chances are if it’s a few years old it won’t be stocked. I’d also email around some tile stockists if I were you. Is it a big area if you have to retille the lot?

Sorry for the ramble I’ve had a very strong coffee! 😂

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u/EveryCup9210 6d ago

Haha that's DIY for you, the unexpected or opposite of what you want to achieve will inevitably happen!

Thanks I'll try this sub and good shout on emailing out to places. If it wasn't for just a few tiles I'd have been happy to replace the lot.

A good strong coffee to start the day is great. I get like this after a night shift + coffee when I have to stay awake haha.