How To Remove Granite Countertops
How to safely remove granite countertops in a kitchen using a multi tool, hammer, wedges, suction cups and a pry bar.
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Equipment
- 1 Slab dolly
- 2 suction cup handles
Supply List
- painters tool (painters multi tool or putty knife)
- pry bar
- hammer
- wedges (wooden or composite)
- utility knife
Instructions : Step by Step
- Using the utility knife, cut the adhesive or caulking under the countertop where it meets the kitchen cabinets
- Using a hammer, tap the end of multi tool in between the counter and cabinet
- Tap wedges in between counter and cabinets and work your way all the way around
- Once all the wedges are tapped into place, gently slide the countertop to the side. If the countertop does not move, add more wedges and ensure the seal is completely broken with the utility knife.
- For the countertops against the wall or backsplash, use your utility knife to break the caulking seal and use a pry bar in between wall and counter to gently break the seal
- Use suction cup handles to remove
- If you have any seams (where multiple countertops were sealed together, be sure to use the utility knife to cut the seam and remove each counterpiece separately.
Tips
We hired a professional counter company as we do not have the proper tools to remove the countertops safely and in tact.
Cost: varies depending on scope of work