removing old countertop backsplash

Sometimes the drywall paper peels off with the b/s if it's glued. Fact of life. Can't be helped. Depending upon what you're going back with for a splash will determine if you need to replace the drywall.

Thanks - I'll probably replace the existing backsplash with something very similar - same size, same laminate material - assuming that the drywall paper peels off when I remove the old backsplash, what type of prep do I have to do before putting up the new laminate backsplash? If the wallboard comes off in chunks with the old laminate backsplash, then do I need to piece in replacement wallboard before putting up the new backsplash? Thanks again!

If it's just some of the paper that comes off I wouldn't sweat it. Install the new splash over it, no harm no foul. But it would be best to replace the drywall if it's broken.

Score the paper above the present backsplash so the paper doesn't rip up the wall. Then caulk this area when the new spalsh is in place. Rich

Damm, you guys are good! THANKS!!