We have what may be slate tiles which we suspect were laid directly onto a timber floor. There is nothing to indicate that any cement or other sheeting was placed b/w the timber and the tiles.
We don’t know what sort of adhesive has been used, but it can’t be very strong as many of the tiles move/rock when stepped on.
The tiles need to be lifted, preferably without damaging the timber underneath (which we want to stain & polish) and hopefully without having to smash up the tiles. We might be able to use them elsewhere.
The grouting or cement between the tiles is not exactly top quality, so we can chisel or drill that out without too much trouble, we hope!
What is a good technique for a) lifting the tiles and b) removing any underlying adhesive from the timber?
Many thanks,
Robbie
Victoria, Australia
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