Take the hammer and tap the top of the trim puller. This will allow the tool to slide behind the baseboard. Keep tapping until the flat part of the puller is flush with the top of the baseboard.

You don't have permission to access "http://www.homedepot.com/p/Zenith-Trim-Puller-Multi-Tool-for-Baseboard-Molding-Siding-and-Flooring-Removal-Remodeling-ZN700002/206509569" on this server. Zenith by Danco exemplifies an innovative line of Pro & DIY demolition, restoration and remodeling tools that empowers you to achieve remodel and install effectively without damaging walls, floors and cabinets like normal pry bar tools. I have had this little workhorse for many years,” wrote one reviewer who was trying to find the same one for their son. “I searched online and found this beauty at an incredible price. It will be in his roll bag for the rest of his life. This is a must-have tool for a carpenter and will last a lifetime.” SIDE NOTE: If you don’t break through the caulk, it will make removing the trim more difficult because the caulk secures the trim to the wall. You can see what I mean in this tutorial where we apply caulk to a baseboard. STEP 2: Use the trim pullerOf course, now that you’ve removed the baseboards, you’ll need to clean up both the wall and the baseboards themselves. Tools Needed

You don’t necessarily need to remove baseboard or other floor trim for all home DIY projects. So, which projects do you need to remove it for and which do you not? Installing New Floors – Yes, Remove PROTECTIVE - Wide 15° bevelled edge allows puller to easily separate plasterboard or skirting from the wall without any damage to materials being removed. Suitable for: Fiat, Ford, Honda, Mazda, Mitsubishi, Nissan, Peugeot, Renault, Rover, Seat, Skoda, Subaru, Toyota, Volkswagen, Volvo. Use the putty knife to carefully and slowly scrape the wall where the caulking was previously located.

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Wider and flatter than traditional prying bar tools and does not require the use of a shim or spacer SIDE NOTE: You might have quarter rounds or shoe molding that need this done too. If you are wondering what a quarter round or shoe mold is Bob Vila has a full article all about them . Our M12™ cordless system offers more than 110 unique sub-compact solutions, transforming inefficient manual tools. You are installing new floors. In this case, you might want to reuse the baseboards to save money. You don’t need to remove the baseboards for all types of flooring but it looks more professional when you do. PRACTICAL - For the swift removal of skirting boards, mouldings and flooring with ease and minimal damage.