How to cut floor tiles

Tile is one of the most popular floor coverings used in modern apartments. It has many advantages that make it so attractive to buyers. The installation process is very simple, so it is quite possible to handle the work yourself without the involvement of specialists. It is in this case that some owners have a question about how to cut floor tiles. What tools might be needed in this case and what would be the best way? You will learn about everything in this article.

How to cut floor tiles

There are quite a lot of options for cutting floor tiles. This could be a drill, a grinder, or other tools. Let's take a closer look at each method and determine its features. This way you can choose the one that is more suitable for you.

Glass cutter and stationery knife

When choosing this method, you should act very carefully and carefully. One wrong move can not only ruin the coating, but also harm you.

It is convenient to cut even the densest tiles with a glass cutter. To do this, you will first need to make special marks, then place the tiles on a flat surface and start cutting using a ruler. If everything was done correctly, the product will break perfectly evenly.

Thinner models can also be cut using a stationery knife.This usually takes a little longer due to the fact that you will have to go over the cut several times.

Tile cutter-tongs

If you have tile cutters at home, the process is greatly simplified. But for this you will need a ruler with a right angle.

• The first step, of course, is to apply the marks.
• After this, you can begin work - you must first make a not too deep incision so that some furrow is formed, and then press on the forceps.
• After this, the tile will break in the desired part.

Drill

Sometimes you have to cut the tiles not in a straight line, but also in a more complex way. This is often required by the configuration of the room - for example, it is necessary to bypass pipes or other objects.

In this case, a drill will help, but you will need special attachments for it. It could be:

• tubular drill;
• "ballerina";
• ordinary drill;
• "crown".

Please note that the drill will have to be periodically wetted in water, and the enamel should also be destroyed before starting work.

Jigsaw

Another option would be to use a jigsaw. It is best to take a model with electric-type diamond wire. The tiles should be placed suspended, for example, on a chair or other furniture.

This method can achieve an exceptionally even cut, so this method is very common. You just need to be careful and make the correct markings in advance.

Bulgarian

For those who know how to use a grinder, it is possible to cut a large amount of coating at once in a fairly quick way.

IMPORTANT. Do not attempt to cut tiles with a grinder if you have never used this tool before.An important point here is personal safety, because there is a risk of significantly harming yourself in the absence of special skills.

Before you start cutting using any of the above methods, be sure to practice. This will allow you to achieve perfectly even tiles, which will subsequently lie perfectly on the floor.