The short answer is yes. The bathtub has a rim that goes up and under the tile and at least the first few rows of tile will have to be removed. ... Tubs have their rim up under the tile so water can't directly flow into the walls. This makes most tile surrounds not salvageable when the tub comes out.Jan 12, 2021
How do you remove a bathtub without destroying walls?
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MXTd859ZWDg
How do you remove a tub from a tile wall?
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=c0N2HyPmTh8
Can you remove a tub without removing tile?
The short answer is yes. The bathtub has a rim that goes up and under the tile and at least the first few rows of tile will have to be removed. There is a chance that the floor tile can be preserved but most likely it will be damaged when the tub comes out.Jan 12, 2021