July 9, 2025 • 600 Block

Ceramic Tile Flooring Removed at 635 Cleveland Street

Worker clearing ceramic tile from the floor during demolition.
A crew member removes ceramic tile from the interior floor of 635 Cleveland Street.

Demolition crews completed a key phase of interior preparation at 635 Cleveland Street over several days, methodically removing the old ceramic tile flooring that covered the concrete slab beneath.

Close-up of slab where tile was removed.

Worker uses a sledgehammer to break up tile and masonry.

This step was necessary to identify existing slab conditions and prepare the surface for new finish materials. The removal marked a turning point as the building transitioned from demolition into the renovation phase.

Cleared floor area post-demolition with no remaining tile.

Crew member removes tile using a rotary hammer at 635 Cleveland Street.

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