How to replace a single, broken floor tile in the bathroom?
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JanRearick
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I dropped a heavy hairdryer on the floor and cracked a floor tile in the bathroom.
I have a spare tile to match, but am hesitating to start digging at the grout to take away the old tile, for fear I"ll break the adjacent tiles. What is the best way for me to approach this project?
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I would say the best way would be to start exactly where the break is and use a small hammer, plus a towel under the hammer, to chip away at it slowly and carefully. You will want to chip away the grout entirely around the broken tile and also from under the broken tile as well before setting in the replacement.
My advice, word for word! We grandma's must thing alike. If the new grout is brighter than the old, you could use some markers to make it match, but I would just leave it and let it age naturally. Oh, and try to stay away from the new tile, glue, and grout for three days to let it all cure in place. Best wishes đŸ˜‡
I would suggest a hammer and chisel carefully work from the center of the broken tile till you are able to remove it in pieces. It's a little tedious but you will be able to remove the tile without damaging the floor. I'd use a painter's drop cloth to protect the rest of the floor. Be sure to remove the grout and any adhesive as well so you can set the new tile perfectly.
you hsve to try and chip it out carefully with a chisel then replace