5 Ways to Cut Tile - Everything You Need to Know for Your First Tile Project

[@alivebythegraceofgod2935]

First time "tiler". Thank you for demonstrating how to cut tiles. I just finished re tiling with subway tiles around electrical sockets which the tiler sneekily hid with grout. I used a manual tile cutter and an angle grinder with a diamond blade disc to finish the job and it looks amazing. If I were younger I would probably learn the trade instead of doing a boring office job.

[@etrtomryan]

Same. Wish I did a trade

[@jeremynguyen2346]

Do you wear a mask when cutting tile

[@jeremynguyen2346]

@Jack Cass hello

[@susan7374]

Same here, i wished i had learn to do trade job, i hate the boring office job

[@rogerlane2282]

What must have taken you some time to learn, I learned thanks to you in under 7 minutes. I love when people are straight to the point when making their videos. (Al grano=get to the point) TY. You are the best.

[@lesf5792]

I love out when people work with their hands. A very simple tutorial that emphasizes patience over speed. :-)

[@elchotocorazon]

if you count power tools as hands I guess

[@johnlynn651]

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[@luktra1]

Im a German tiles craftsman and I’m on my way to finish the master degree and I can say that you almost never use a wet cutter just get a good tile cutter like the first machine from top line, sigma or the classic Hufa As well a angle cutter from bosch, flex ... and always always take your time while cutting

[@andrewevans5750]

thanks. definitely following your advice.

[@jessedukelacrosse6470]

German builders are usually top tier , back in the early 1990s in southern California, I got to watch some master hardwood floor setters from Germany, only the boss spoke English, I feel you men have been doing most of the trades longer than Americans , hence you are usually better ✌️

[@philliprochester2430]

Thanks Dan. Really helpful video. I just did a bathroom tile and when cutting my "PORCELAIN" tiles they would just crack. I heard about the scribe-then-just-snap method and thought a handheld scribe would do. Boy was I in for surprise. Every time they cracked with lines running all over. Well, after listening to you describe the first two methods, I realized that I should've went with a water saw to make my cuts. And it makes sense, harder tile needs more power and precision to make needed cuts for your project. So next time I will be using a water tile cutter to make my cuts for the harder tiles, and now because I tuned in to your common sense video, to me, I will use the handheld for those ceramic tile back splash jobs. Thanks a million Dan, keep up the great info.

[@No1TasLis]

Thank you! You make first DIY so much easier by recommending exactly what the necessary tools!

[@kraven4444]

I'm installing multiple commercial bathrooms. 24 x 24 Porcelain. Picked up a Kobalt 24" manual tile cutter for $109 and so far it's handling it like a champ.

[@alexbull5838]

Hello. How did you find it 2 years later?

[@kraven4444]

@@alexbull5838 I don’t install much tile now a days. But I mean for $100 or so dollars. It pays for itself very fast. I used to use power tile cutters with spinning blade and water. This is so much cleaner and easy to use. After a while you may wanna replace the small cutting blade.

[@victorh543]

Hey! Thanks for the advice! I’m a carpenter that hasn’t done tile yet but I did want to mention I got a little nervous watching your fingers get so close to the table saw and how you set the grinder down while it was still ON! Be careful! And thanks for the content!

[@DanielS10291]

me too!

[@dianapodowski5240]

Same here, I wa so nervous too

[@manmonchill]

Believe it or not the blades for cutting tiles are not that dangerous to hand. I've seen a professional tiler run his hand over to show me how I dangerous it is to the fingers. Regardless I will still use all thx necessary precautions.

[@pearlperlitavenegas2023]

I had a close call doing exactly what he did with the angle grinder almost cut my arm when I forgot it was still spinning NEVER PUT A SPINNING TOOL DOWN

[@flexyjp]

Thanks for the video. I have to say though, the angle grinder shots were very scary to watch! For those watching at home, use a clamp and never have your non-dominant hand anywhere in front of the blade.

[@tedh8470]

Holding the angle grinder with both hands saves both hands.

[@Thezampanini]

Yep. I split my thumb in half this way.

[@Bull_sheet_Bob]

I had all my tools stolen from a job where I was working. There was no time to get new tools, so I ended up tiling 3 large wet rooms using nothing but a teaspoon and a plastic butterknife. I wouldn't recommend anyone do this, I have many years of experience so I could do it. The job was immaculate by the way.

[@williamwittenhagen175]

😂

[@nkululekonkosi779]

This was very helpful, as I was about to but my first tile cutter for my first DIY project. Thank for the demonstration.

[@AlexXPandian]

To the point, efficient, and well explained!

[@lardo444]

Thanks bro. I am replacing a bathroom vanity. The one that's coming out is 53", the one I'm putting in is 36" so I only need a few tiles cut. The manual looks perfect for what i need. . Thanks again.

[@rodeliorivera4947]

Very nice and simple presentation + very simple explanation.

[@porkbap55]

Try a sigma manual cutter they cut marble amazing bit of kit I sell tiles for a living and this guide is pretty much spot on well done mate also angle grinder using a wet sponge is a great way to cut tile in general

[@ericastier1646]

please elaborate on how to use a wet sponge to reduce dust with angle grinder.

[@porkbap55]

The water keeps dust down and also keeps the blade cool that's what Fry's the blade in the long run

[@ericastier1646]

@@porkbap55 How do you use the wet sponge with the angle grinder ?

[@gamermartin6204]

Thanks for demonstrating the capability of the cheaper tile cutters. Internet reviews are full of people crying about how crap they are, but I get the impression they used them for bigger or non ceramic tiles. Gonna go buy a $50 and if it buckles, well il return it. Case closed. Appreciate your help!

[@StayHandy]

Glad it was helpful!

[@rogermendez4379]

Great preparation and execution of instructing the average do it yourselfer. Thank You.

[@curlyshampoo1457]

Thanks for the information very informative. I love the way you took the time to explain each type of Tile Cutter.

[@StayHandy]

Glad it was helpful!

[@tstmsmbo7607]

Thanks. Will work on toilet renovation next week. New experience on tile works. Will keep updated

[@pedrosantos1937]

Just a quick constructive comment on safety. The way you were using the grinder and the wet cutting table was not the safest way, your fingers where too close to the blades. So everyone who's not familiar how operate these type of tools, should be careful and always read the safety manual before usage. But nice video and information, cheers!

[@francisst-amour646]

I cringed so much when I got to the part with the grinder... Accidents happen *fast*

[@Dragon-Slay3r]

I received so much more information since morning but it's Sunday so I'm just taking it easy and I've forgot what I saw, maybe Ile update the system later when I'm more awake

[@jastirn]

Why are you cutting toward your wrist and not using clamps?

[@stadtjer689]

@@jastirnseriously man. How does someone even *start to think* that it’s a good idea to cut towards a wrist not even 10 centimeters away from the blade? The tool handling snippets from this video should seriously be used in safety measure videos. The fact that this video is aimed towards newbies really pisses me off.

[@JW-qr6pg]

I'm gonna try to find one of his latest videos and count his fingers.

[@Z-Ack]

Yea diamond stone burrs are awesome. Plus some wet dry sand paper is handy when you need to clean an edge.. sanding sponge works good also..

[@beachwalker2245]

thank you for showing me that the tile I cut yesterday looked just like your examples-I thought I was doing something wrong with my handheld grinder on cheap ceramic (first try didn’t want to spend much money) and, that I need to be less timid about actually breaking the tiles after scoring my tiles (multiple times ha ha) -I have been moving the handle down to the middle of the tile to break it and having all kinds of problems with the tile breaking in the wrong place- I think I just need to be more sure of myself and try to break it with the handle at the top of the slider or like you show in the video-I hope this made sense but your visuals are great!

[@kraven4444]

Some manual tile cutters only have a Raised metal piece under the tile at the top where you finish scoring. Which assists the break itself. Either way snap from the top. Also make sure after you score it that you don't move the tile during or after the score, until you snap it. Once you're ready to snap you can even give it light pressure with one hand and give your hand a Slight tap with the other. Making the snap more sudden.

[@beachwalker2245]

@@kraven4444 Thank you!

[@ThePersian61]

Thanks for this valuable information. I will be tiling my very small shower room which will require tiling around a quadrant enclosure. I have never laid tile before and will be purchasing an Angle Grinder based on your recommendation.

[@gborden100]

Hi Dan, your approach was spot on and very helpful.

[@StayHandy]

Glad it was helpful!

[@stevengalanis4030]

I notice that the mechanical tile cutter you are using in this video allows you to cut the tile using the base of the cutter for support; I've got one that requires lifting the scored tile and centering it under the bars, one edge of the tile resting on a small raised pad behind the scoring the wheel. Pushing down on the lever pushes the tile against the bars until it snaps along the scored edge. For thin ceramic wall tile (3/16) ,my tile cutter works except for cuts close to the edge since there's not enough tile passing underneath the outside bar; It would seem that the tile cutter in your video would make these "close to the edge" cuts possible. Am I right in my thinking, or am i looking at one of the other methods ( tile nips, rotary grinder) for trimming tile?

[@nikkishelton9239]

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[@CarvenTagarira-me5if]

Thank you for your presentation

[@bookofinstruction2064]

Nice job on this video. Super helpful. Thank you so much.

[@mauritsvw]

Very helpful, thanks!

[@JoeCatalano-d2v]

When using the diamond blade hand saw use a sponge with water on it as your cutting it controls the dust

[@CBBC435]

What you missed are nippers. Nippers allow you to nip clean pieces off to form arcs. Or just edges to fit. Nippers are common to tile mosaic or stained glass work. I'm pretty sure you can use nippers to cut tile indentations for around electrical boxes. I think you can drill corner holes with a ceramic drill bit and nip away the tile between the holes.

[@dsb227]

Thanks dude, that was very helpful! I've never heard of the manual tile cutter

[@StayHandy]

Glad it was helpful!

[@jh48167]

Excellent summary! Thank you.

[@MsSomosomo]

So cool..basically construction related workers are bit muscular talk tougher less friendly look..but u r Different..tq,Bro

[@anvil5113]

Very helpful video. Now I know just what to do. Thank you Dan.

[@StayHandy]

You’re welcome!

[@starrystarrynight9822]

Excellent, excellent video--very clear explanations & demonstrations.

[@StayHandy]

You’re welcome

[@teamklr2bar]

Great video thank you. I have a question... is there anyway to lessen edge chipping when using angle grinder? Well it is actually a Dremel ultra-saw 7.0amp with the Dremel US540 Diamond tile wheel. >> I tried cutting wet but it only helped slightly.

[@StayHandy]

I'm not sure how to do that. I think what causes the chipping is the blade vibration. If it's perfectly balanced it likely wouldn't chip as bad. But that is just a guess.

[@chase5800]

I lay down painters tape, mark and cut through the tape. It helps with the chip out.

[@georgew4734]

The explanation of tool to use with tile type was what I was looking for. Well done!

[@skypix777]

Thank you, well done and very helpful.

[@anthonybanks4958]

Thank you Sir, great tips regarding cutting devises. Continued success!

[@marketbuy]

Great video! This is why I visited this video. Thank you!

[@jimt7851]

GREAT VIDEO! Thanks Dan, appreciated.

[@benitokamela4322]

I use the manual and the angle grinder for just ceramic works fine

[@Hugenepal]

Hi bro I’m from Nepal, thank you for this video it’s very helpful .

[@roberthertzberg4421]

Thanks for the tips. I'm doing a project and this helps.

[@stevejanejamesjassteph5903]

Very good basic advice, thankyou

[@brett5728]

Hi mate, if I use a diamond disc on my angle grinder with water will it help me cutting a square out of the corner on a ceramic tile as I have to cut it around the skirting board? Cheers love your videos mate👍

[@babasingh6606]

This guy is lucky to still have fingers

[@tomnapper101]

you don't need to cut with wet cute just use a tile cutter and on the rough edges use a grade 60 sand pad to Rubber the edge down all way put your cut ends a against tile trim 👍

[@amberbiggs]

This was extremely helpful, thank you!

[@jeffreycarpenter750]

I make jewelry out of tiles i have samples of 2x2 and 4x4 tiles that are connected and the table tile cutter looks like it will work!!!! thanks!!!!

[@andy7638]

I just did my first tile job and I used the cheap flimsy cutter he showed first...on granite hex tile backsplash. It didn't work great but it got the job done

[@interiorattack]

Excellent description and demonstration!

[@asifkarim4400]

Great video, full of information.👍

[@woosheroes494]

Thanks for sharing your wisdom and time. Much appreciated.

[@michaelcorella1831]

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[@michaelcorella1831]

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[@willie8649]

If you want a cleaner cut with the grinder, start cutting with the inside edge of your wheel blade.

[@luptonpittman6520]

What’s the inside edge of the blade? Depending on how you hold the angle grinder, either could be the inside

[@ericastier1646]

@@luptonpittman6520 the inside edge is on the side of the tile that you are keeping.

[@fentonia18]

Thanks for tutorial - great stuff but holy macaroni..those angle grinder scenes. Aaaaargh 😆😱😳

[@StayHandy]

Haha. I've been using an angle grinder for years. Worst that happens is you nick your finger and it takes off a layer of skin. It rarely even bleeds. Really low risk actually.

[@MGMSR27]

Doing a full glass tile walls in new shower / tub. How do I cut around the shower arm and faucets without breaking glass? Thank you!

[@MerrillMadsen]

Thank you for all the tips!

[@skape101]

Very informative. Thank you so much.

[@jlssculpturedesign8140]

Thanks for the video, Dan . At 5.30 that's very dangerous . That grinder slipped would go straight into your wrist. Clamp the tile to a suitable surface and wear safety gear.

[@StayHandy]

Have you ever knicked yourself with an angle grinder with a diamond blade? It barely takes off the top layer of skin unless you hold it there.

[@my2centz196]

I have a grinder, holesaws ¾" - 4½"for tile, and a cheap small wet saw I picked up from a yard sale many years back just because. All of them cut tile quite well. The grinder does leave a ruff cut but I can clean it up enough. Anyway I'm still nervous on setting tile as I've only ever done it once many years ago. I know plumbing, electrical, I'm no carpenter but I can get by, but tile work kinda makes me nervous. Mostly because I've seen some horrible tile work from so called professionals and I'm not sure if they just didn't care or either way thanks for the videos hopefully it can reassure me a bit.

[@StayHandy]

Thanks for the comment. I’ll be posting a video on how to tile in a few weeks so hopefully that will help!

[@lenchochurrito5003]

they weren’t professionals.. most likely amateurs

[@zarynekharkongor3136]

Thank you for your info and helpful knowledge

[@valisleta6992]

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[@bettyescookingchannel]

Thanks for sharing 5 ways to cut tile.

[@jordanfraser4438]

Thanks very much Dan.

[@nipun108]

I’m rather confused and need some clarification please. Why is it that you’ve suggested buying both a manual tile cutter & wet saw. They both cut straight. Shouldn’t buying the wet saw only be sufficient?

[@imperialthreat]

The hype about the angle grinder is no lie! lol (wife go hide that thing!)

[@chrismetcalfe4827]

That wet table saw looks AMAZING! Which one is it exactly? Thanks!

[@joannalua6721]

Thanks for sharing. How would you cut a small glass/ceramic mosaic tile without it breaking/cracking? I've tried several times but i cant get the right shape to fit the edge of the drain bar

[@befriendmywater142]

I used a very small wet tile saw to cut mosaic glass tiles, no problem at all.

[@vbujhawan]

Very good video and it’s practical too

[@ClankyRochet]

I wonder, how many people use the blade to score the tile the and then use the blade to snap the tile.

[@pythonprofreak7522]

Amazing video. Thank you for this.

[@johnzond]

The state of the bond in that shower 🤣🤣🤣🤣 and you are giving advice leave it to the pro's lad

[@vct139]

Thanks for sharing your wisdom in this video. It´s was all I needed - you have it all ;o)

[@anthonylatham8584]

this is a good video and a bit of an eye opener but its only for cutting tiles in a one cut how would you go about cutting a tile in a circle not a hole a quare into a circle any ideas?

[@StayHandy]

Use the angle grinder

[@anthonylatham8584]

@@StayHandy I did think that but I want a smooth finish as it's going to be a table top cheers anyway

[@toddstacy5564]

Was just wondering why you didn't use a bull nose, or some sort of pencil liners along the edge to give it a more clean/finished look

[@irenengobissee3847]

Hello, What tips do you have for cutting metal and glass tile without having to dismantle pieces?

[@delbertj1603]

I've seen people using sprial saw for tile cutting, a cutout tool with rotozip tile bits.

[@WayneUlery]

I put a chair rail tile up and need to install a shower door now. Do you think the diamond crinder would work for cutting a notch in the chair rail?

[@StayHandy]

the angle grinder with a diamond blade will cut through just about anything.

[@LancerNik13]

Can you use an angle grinder and apply water to the cuts? Cleaner/less dust?

[@jlang8213]

Using a damp sponge held gently against the blade greatly reduces dust and heat when cutting with the angle grinder.

[@carlosraymundomartinezesq3396]

Someone is going to loose a finger with that advice and his angle grinder “technique”. Really not cool.

[@foowishamewican]

Nice video I bought a wet saw and I was getting a lot of chips and not a straight cut

[@bettycherop2069]

What a beautiful work l love this

[@BB-zs9vh]

Very helpfull but the white tiles behind him, are the ceramic or porcelain? Mine are black but not sure what equipment to use.

[@briankrueger1142]

Thanks for the overview of different systems.

[@StayHandy]

Thanks, I appreciate the comment.

[@rodneylarden4058]

When using a diamond hole saw you should cut from the back of the tile.

[@christophermccorquodale3656]

The fact that you’re so comfortable with your hands so close to the blades is wild to me

[@StayHandy]

Grinder blades don't cut you easily. You have to really try to cut your skin with them, so even if you knick yourself, it rarely leaves a mark.

[@SoSo-li6dn]

your diamond blade looks a bit rough, i use a a smooth carbide blade and it doesnt seem to cut rough at all - I did all my large format tiles this way - cutting straight is easy since its basically a gyroscope.

[@mukeshsharma4433]

Nice & simple. Can't believe. What's the name of this machine.

[@elizabethvargas9156]

Very helpful information, thank you!

[@handy-remodeler]

Good one Dan, thanks!

[@d.vsinghbali7550]

Excellent video

[@StayHandy]

Thank you!

[@geertdemeyer1206]

As a safety supervisor,seeing this guy work with cutting tools gives me the shivers. I would suggest to never take any advice from people like this...

[@StayHandy]

Thanks for your thoughts, but is sounds like you don’t actually do the work, you just supervise. Otherwise you would know it’s nearly impossible to cut yourself with an angle grinder loaded with a diamond blade.

[@phpprodesign]

nice strait forward video .

[@johnf3326]

Wet wheel tile cutter for me always leaves a bit of chipping on glazed tiles, even using a brand new wheel. The sliding rail cutter does better on straight cuts on tiles that are not too thick but I always oil the wheel

[@StayHandy]

Thanks for the tip!

[@jeffsmith4789]

Great video. How do you cut 24" tile.? They won't fit into most cutters! Thank you.

[@kraven4444]

What do you mean? Lowes has 24" 30" and 36" cutters by Kobalt for around $110, $160 and $180 prices respectively. As should Home Depot and even Amazon has a wider range of choices. I just bought the 24" Kobalt tile cutter to cut thick 24" x 24" Porcelain and it's working well.

[@retiredpolicelawrenced6846]

I have a question sir. We are doing a marble back splash in our kitchen. We have a granite counter top without a granite border. Do we need a border trim to start from the bottom when installing the backsplash? Please help

[@StayHandy]

Ideally you would polish the edges of its natural stone.

[@retiredpolicelawrenced6846]

@@StayHandy I don’t think I’m explaining this right. I have a granite countertop with no granite trim. So I’m going to put a marble backsplash. I was wondering that when I start the backsplash at the bottom. Should I start with edge trim at the bottom ?

[@yolandagunselman5595]

Question where I buy that and is expensive? I want to put tile in the kitchen... but I how I cut?...it’s a small work..... haha I have 67 old.. pero I want to do for myself ....thank you so much.

[@liuyangzhaomingying]

very helpful video, thanks

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