Bathroom Remodel: Full Tile Removal

Good thinking on weight—tile and cement board can add up. Let's calculate: Weight estimation: Floor tile with thinset: ~15 lbs/sq ft - 150 sq ft × 15 lbs = 2,250 lbs Wall tile with thinset: ~12 lbs/sq ft - 200 sq ft × 12 lbs = 2,400 lbs Cement board/substrate: ~800-1,000 lbs Miscellaneous (drywall, debris): ~300-500 lbs Total estimated: ~6,000-6,200 lbs (3-3.1 tons) Volume needed: Tile debris from this job would fit easily in a 10 yard—probably fill it about 30-40%. My recommendation: 10 yard dumpster Here's why: - Most 10 yards have 2-3 ton weight limits - Your estimated 3 tons is borderline but likely OK - Volume is not an issue at all - 15 yard would be overkill and costs $50-75 more Risk mitigation: - Ask hauler specifically about weight limit for "tile/renovation debris" - Some haulers have 3-ton limits on 10 yards for this type of material - If your hauler only allows 2 tons, either find one with 3-ton limit or go with 15 yard Tile is dense but not as heavy as concrete. You should be fine with 10 yard as long as the weight limit is 3 tons.