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Easiest way to remove concrete slab.
But if you are working a large area you may want to consider sanding it down instead.
Make sure you are in an area which has ample of air passing through.
Removing mortar from concrete slab floor can be frustrating.
Determine where you need to break the concrete.
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You may wish to measure distances from the slab s.
Dig under the concrete.
Dig about 1 foot inward.
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Remove a fence post or concreted post fast and easy with half the time work and dirt removal.
Use the sledge hammer near the pry bar tip to break off more of the concrete.
Or if there isn t much mortar to remove.
It may be feasible to get under mortar pieces and pop them off if you are only working a small area.
Mix both the stripper and your absorbent material together.
Spread the paste over the affected area.
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Mark the location of the portion of the slab you intend to remove.
Pry off stubborn pieces.
When the hole gets large enough for the pry bar tip to fit in and be able to work its way under the concrete slab even if slightly have someone hold the pry bar in place with concrete slab lifted.
Give it a try first before moving on to heavier rental equipment.
A sledge can be surprisingly effective in breaking up concrete up to about 4 in.
Dig out the soil gravel or other material from under the concrete using a shovel and a pickax.
Mix the paint remover and the ground clay into a paste.
Prepare to make your own absorbent paint remover.
Shut off all relevant.
The best way to remove thinset from a concrete floor.
Removing a small portion 1.