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Tiling tools: when they help and how not to buy the wrong thing

A good tool shortens the work, but a poor match can raise the cost and spoil the finish. In this section you can compare uses, limits and moments when it is better to buy, rent or hire a specialist.

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Diamond blade – uses, selection and safe working

A diamond disc is a working disc for cutting ceramics, stoneware, stone or mineral materials. When choosing, compare the parameters: diameter and mounting; destiny; cooling. Use according to instructions, after testing the material and with protection appropriate to the risk.

Diamond hole saw – uses, selection and safe working

A diamond hole saw is a diamond accessory for making holes in tiles, stoneware and stone. When choosing, compare the parameters: diameter and mounting; destiny; cooling. Use according to instructions, after testing the material and with protection appropriate to the risk.

Electric wet tile saw – uses, selection and safe working

An electric tile cutter is a machine with a disc, often water-cooled, for precise cutting of tiles and stoneware. When choosing, compare the parameters: maximum format; board material; guide/table. Use according to instructions, after testing the material and with protection appropriate to the risk.

Grout float – uses, selection and safe working

The rubber grouting trowel is a flexible trowel for pressing grout into joints without scratching the cladding. When choosing, compare the parameters: working size; material; form. Use according to instructions, after testing the material and with protection appropriate to the risk.

Manual tile cutter – uses, selection and safe working

The manual tile cutter is a guide tool for cutting and breaking ceramic tiles in a straight line. When choosing, compare the parameters: maximum format; board material; guide/table. Use according to instructions, after testing the material and with protection appropriate to the risk.

Notched trowel – uses, selection and safe working

A notched trowel is a trowel with teeth for spreading glue into even grooves. When choosing, compare the parameters: working size; material; form. Use according to instructions, after testing the material and with protection appropriate to the risk.

Porcelain drill bit – uses, selection and safe working

The stoneware bit is a specialized bit for drilling in hard stoneware and sintered stones. When choosing, compare the parameters: diameter and mounting; destiny; cooling. Use according to instructions, after testing the material and with protection appropriate to the risk.

Tile adhesive mixer – uses, selection and safe working

The adhesive mixer is a tip for evenly mixing adhesives and mortars without excessive aeration. When choosing, compare the parameters: operating range; accuracy; compatibility. Use according to instructions, after testing the material and with protection appropriate to the risk.

Tile levelling clips and wedges – uses, selection and safe working

Tile clips and wedges are consumable and reusable elements for mechanical leveling of the cladding. When choosing, compare the parameters: joint width; plate thickness; clamping force. Use according to instructions, after testing the material and with protection appropriate to the risk.

Tile levelling system – uses, selection and safe working

A tile leveling system is a set of clips and wedges that limits height differences between adjacent tiles. When choosing, compare the parameters: joint width; plate thickness; clamping force. Use according to instructions, after testing the material and with protection appropriate to the risk.

Tile nippers – uses, selection and safe working

Tile nippers are a tool for breaking off, correcting edges and working with the leveling system. When choosing, compare the parameters: operating range; accuracy; compatibility. Use according to instructions, after testing the material and with protection appropriate to the risk.

Tile spacers – uses, selection and safe working

Spacer crosses are spacers that maintain the repeatable width of the joints between the tiles. When choosing, compare the parameters: joint width; plate thickness; clamping force. Use according to instructions, after testing the material and with protection appropriate to the risk.

Tile suction cup – uses, selection and safe working

The tile suction cup is a vacuum holder for moving and positioning smooth tiles and sintered materials. When choosing, compare the parameters: operating range; accuracy; compatibility. Use according to instructions, after testing the material and with protection appropriate to the risk.

Tiler’s wash bucket – uses, selection and safe working

A tiling bucket is a working container for mixing glue, preparing water and washing tools. When choosing, compare the parameters: operating range; accuracy; compatibility. Use according to instructions, after testing the material and with protection appropriate to the risk.

Tiling sponge – uses, selection and safe working

Tile sponge is an absorbent sponge for profiling joints and washing off grout residues. When choosing, compare the parameters: working size; material; form. Use according to instructions, after testing the material and with protection appropriate to the risk.