How to Cut Tile: - Tile cutting and polishing Tips
How to cut tiles to fit into the gaps without breaking them. This project gives you guidance on cutting tiles to fill the awkward shapes that you always have left over when tiling. Cutting ceramic tiles may sound scary, but it is actually surprisingly easy. 1. Use a pencil and a square to measure and mark your tiles 2. Set the tile down onto a sturdy surface and reposition the square. 3. Score the tile with the glass cutter. 4. Snap the tile over a wire hanger. 5. Smooth the edges of the tile with a brick, if needed. Can I cut tile with a circular saw? If you absolutely need to use a circular saw to cut your porcelain tile, you will need: A diamond masonry blade specifically indicated for porcelain that is the proper size for your circular saw; in other words, a tile cutting blade for circular saw. How do I keep my tile from chipping when I cut it? Place the tile on the saw's platform. If the blade lowers, the top of the tile should face up