Removing old tiles so you can lay new tiles or other flooring options is simple. Use the blunt edge of a hammer to break up a tile. Remove what you can by hand, then use a chisel to pry the rest of the tile away from your floor. Place the chisel against the edge of the next tile and tap on the back of it with a hammer. The pressure you make allows the tile to come away from your flooring. Repeat the process until all of your old tiles are unstuck.