What you need for a tile removal campaign

A tile removal campaign needs more than shovels and a waste container. You need enough hand tools for several work areas, safe ways to move broken tiles, and basic supplies for marking, lighting and closing off the site. Plan refreshments for the full work period, especially if volunteers arrive in shifts. This checklist brings together the items to buy, borrow or collect before the campaign starts.

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What to bring

Grouped the way you'd shop for it, with quantities.

Furniture

Party tentsqty 2
Foldable tablesqty 6
Folding chairsqty 40
High tablesqty 4
Tableclothsqty 6

Equipment

Power stripsqty 4
Extension cordsqty 4
Work lightsqty 4
Battery lanternsqty 6
Suitcase scale
Bluetooth speaker

Kitchen

Barbecueqty 2
Barbecue tongsqty 4
Cutting boardsqty 4
Chef's knifeqty 3
Scissorsqty 3
Thermos flasksqty 4
Coolersqty 4

Tableware

Reusable platesqty 50
Reusable bowlsqty 50
Reusable glassesqty 60
Reusable coffee cupsqty 40
Cutlery setsqty 50
Serving spoonsqty 6

Sports equipment

Scoopsqty 8
Shovelsqty 6
Pickaxesqty 4
Rubber malletsqty 6
Crowbarsqty 4
Wheelbarrowsqty 4
Bucketsqty 10
Work glovesqty 50
Safety gogglesqty 20
Knee padsqty 10
Measuring tapesqty 4
Spirit levelsqty 3
Rakeqty 4
Broomqty 4
Garden hosesqty 2
Plant shovelsqty 10
Pitchersqty 6
Tile carriersqty 4
Crowd control barriersqty 8
Conesqty 12
Warning tapeqty 4

Decorations

Information boardsqty 4
Directional signsqty 6

Cleaning

Waste binsqty 6
Handwashing sink
Towel dispensersqty 2

Catering

Groceries
- Hamburgers - 50 pieces
- Vegetarian burgers - 15 pieces
- Chicken skewers - 40 pieces
- Vegan vegetable skewers - 20 pieces
- Hamburger buns - 70 pieces
- Vegetarian sandwiches - 20 pieces
- Iceberg lettuce - 4 heads
- Tomatoes - 3 kilograms
- Cucumbers - 2 kilograms
- Red onions - 1 kilogram
- Bell peppers - 2 kilograms
- Mushrooms - 1 kilogram
- Potato salad - 4 kilogram
- Pasta salad - 4 kilograms
- Hummus - 1 kilogram
- Herb butter - 6 tubs
- Shredded cheese - 1 kilogram
- Pickles - 3 jars
- Crispy fried onions - 2 bags
- Mayonnaise - 2 bottles
- Ketchup - 2 bottles
- Barbecue sauce - 2 bottles
- Mustard - 2 jars
- Salt - 1 pack
- Pepper - 1 jar
- Paprika powder - 1 jar
- Coffee - 4 packs
- Tea - 2 boxes
- Sugar - 1 kilogram
- Milk - 6 liters
- Cola - 6 bottles
- Cola Zero - 6 bottles
- Sinas - 4 bottles
- Sparkling water - 6 bottles
- Still water - 8 bottles
- Apple juice - 4 packs
- Beer - 3 crates
- Alcohol-free beer - 1 crate
- Ice cubes - 10 kilograms
- Paprika chips - 4 bags
- Plain chips - 4 bags
- Salted peanuts - 3 bags
- Grapes - 3 kilograms
- Watermelons - 2 pieces
- Cookies - 4 packs
- Coffee milk - 2 bottles
- Lemons - 1 kilogram
- Charcoal - 4 bags
- Firelighters - 2 boxes
- Aluminum foil - 2 rolls
- Paper towels - 6 rolls
- Trash bags - 4 rolls
- Nitrile gloves - 2 boxes
- Dish soap - 2 bottles
- Sponges - 2 packs
- Toilet paper - 24 rolls
- Hand soap - 4 bottles

Tips

Plan one complete tool set per active work area where possible. A practical starting point is one shovel, pickaxe, crowbar, rubber mallet and wheelbarrow for each team working at the same time.
Arrange the waste container before invitations go out, and confirm that it can be placed where wheelbarrows can reach it without crossing an unprotected public route.
Prepare work gloves for every participant, plus a small reserve. For 20 volunteers, have at least 22 pairs ready so late arrivals or damaged gloves do not stop the work.
Use extension cords, power strips and work lights only after checking the available power supply. Keep battery lanterns available for dark corners or areas where cables would create a trip hazard.
Set out reusable cups, plates, bowls and cutlery before coffee, tea or food is prepared. Thermos flasks and coolers prevent repeated trips away from the work areas during the first few hours.

Frequently asked questions

How many tools do I need for a tile removal campaign?: Match the number of basic tool sets to the number of teams working at once. For each active area, plan at least one shovel, pickaxe, crowbar, rubber mallet and wheelbarrow, then add one spare set if the campaign has more than 20 participants.
How much drinking equipment should I prepare for volunteers?: Prepare at least one reusable glass or cup per person, plus 10% extra for replacements and staggered arrivals. For 30 volunteers, that means 33 cups or glasses, along with enough thermos flask and cooler capacity for the first work period.
When should I reserve the waste container?: Reserve it at least 1–2 weeks before the campaign, and earlier if container availability is limited. Confirm the delivery time and placement no later than 3 days before the workday so the street-use arrangement and work-area closure match.
What lighting do I need for tile removal work?: Provide one work light for each dim work area and keep battery lanterns as backup. Check lighting and extension cords at least 1 day before the campaign, rather than discovering a power or cable problem when volunteers arrive.

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