the wall is hollow and it has a door in it. id be gratefull if anyone whos had the experiance of knocking walls down could give me a few tips as i want to expand my kitchen into the larder and i want a professional finish (but id rather not pay a builder to do it)
2007-01-07 00:02:51 · 18 answers · asked by ms sensible 3 in Home & Garden ➔ Decorating & Remodeling
A HAMMER!
and maybe a crowbar
Be carefull of any wires you nutjob
2007-01-07 00:05:40 · answer #1 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋
Well - people have already listed the tools - but - a hint - get a professional to quote you for it and gleen as much information about the job from them but not so they think you are just using their knowledge.
Like "so how to you tidy the ceiling up?" and "will it make a mess of the remaining walls?"....etc....etc....
You will them know if this is beyond your capabilities or really you might as well pay them to do it as they will also, if a true professional, get rid of the all rubbish and work to an acceptable standard and also you should get an invoice from them so, when you sell the property, you can prove the work was done by a tradesman in case your surveyor has a gripe over the work.
YS.
2007-01-07 08:14:17 · answer #2 · answered by Yagowra Shakaboom 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I use a sabre saw or reciprocating saw. Make sure that you know where any power cables, gas or water pipes run and make certain that its not a load bearing wall. Then you can saw the wall into pieces that you can carry away. With the right saw blade, you can cut through tiles and nails. Much less mess than a big hammer.
2007-01-08 04:07:35 · answer #3 · answered by David W 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
First make sure it is not a supporting wall. You will need a sledge hammer, crowbar and masonry chisel. Dust sheets to keep the dust out from other rooms. I generally start in the middle. Don't go mad, take carefully and make sure no pipes or wiring are in the wall before you start.
2007-01-07 08:10:38 · answer #4 · answered by Spiny Norman 7 · 3⤊ 0⤋
If its hollow its probably plasterboard with wooden battens.Get a club hammer smash thru the plaster .pull the timbers apart.then render the ecposed wall /ceiling with filler.
2007-01-07 08:10:05 · answer #5 · answered by paul t 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
A sledge hammer and a lot of aggression, make sure know one is on the other side first though....lol
2007-01-07 08:13:58 · answer #6 · answered by X_Angie_p_X 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
it wont be load bearing if you have described it correctly and you will need hammer/saw/jemmy bar and if your not used to rough work then a pair of tough gloves Good Luck ( get the wifey to clear up )
2007-01-07 08:16:30 · answer #7 · answered by srracvuee 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
A sledgehammer should do the trick! But check the internet for free advice and information too.
2007-01-07 08:06:33 · answer #8 · answered by ♥ Divine ♥ 6 · 1⤊ 0⤋
A big hammer, pry bar and plenty of enthusiasm
2007-01-08 03:50:10 · answer #9 · answered by The Heartbreaker. 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
A sledge hammer works well!
2007-01-07 08:14:49 · answer #10 · answered by Jodsta 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋