ceramic tile: will this tool cut ceramic tile?
204094
The blade seems to be a wave-set hacksaw type edge, presumably with teeth made of high carbon or "high speed" steel. I've learned through costly experience that even if the teeth are the much harder material called tungsten carbide (highly unlikely here), they will be destroyed almost instantly by even the softer grades of ceramic tile.The best reliable way to saw ceramic tile is with a diamond grit blade or bur. Diamond blades are readily available at about $30 to fit common inexpensive 4-1/2 inch high speed angle grinders. Small diamond-grit burs to fit Dremel or RotoZip type tools are far less expensive and allow finer control of the cut but they cut much slower and don't last nearly as long. Whatever you do, be SURE to protect your lungs from the tile dust to minimize chances of acquiring the deadly disease called silicosis.
360228
Short answer, yes. I had a couple of places where ceramic tile drifted out of position and was touching. I chucked the blade in my 7 1/4 Black -Decker hand saw, used a spritzer bottle with water to keep it wet and cut grout grooves back to size. Wear ear protection and avoid chips & such flying off unless you like to bleed.
1483425
yes, but, this does a very poor job splitting large tiles. my experience with it was it would only provide a straight break on smaller tiles. on large tiles which incidentally are more expensive the cut wanders towards the end of the cut. you would be much better off buying or renting a basic wet saw or even using a diamond tile blade on a grinder.
480556
I bought it to cut ceramic tile which is much harder than brick. i have cur some slate with it, too. Although I have not tried it on brick I can't imagine you'd have any problem other than possible clearance (thickness) issues.
1481470
yes however I like to use this blade for more intricate cuts, like around the toilet drain. I chose a cheap wet saw for most of my straight cuts. Well worth the money. If you do use the dremel, it's best to wet the tile, go slowly and you should be happy with the results.
2058150
do you mean ceramic tile? I would not. you would need to buy a special wheel and it would be hard to hold small pieces safely . Better to rent a wet saw from a tool rental for a few hours and make sure you don't get cut. I always try to think safety first. Thye wet blades does not chip the edges of the tile and has a guide so you can use a push stick and not your fingers.
874328
It should be fine. Take your time cutting though, let the blade do the work. I used it to cut 2x3 glass tiles, it did wonderful. Bear in mind, the smaller the tile the harder to hold in place while cutting.
1300606
it is a good question. I haven't used to cut ceramic tile yet. I will try my later and get back to you soon. thanks
1094770
Yes, I used it to cut glass mosaic tile. For really finer cuts, you may want to consider a wet saw with a glass cutting blade on it but if you're not super fussy, this will work just fine.
1488359
I only plan to use this hammer drill to remove ceramic tiles. I also bought a Bosch chisel.
1776823
I would not recommend it. You most definitely need a masonry saw for cutting tile.
395857
It is def powerful enough but i would advise against unless its for removing tile. If you are cutting tile finish work use a tile saw
1321996
Thank you for your question. Yes, it will work great for removing tile using a tile chisel. Bosch HS1465 SDS-plus Tile ChiselIf you have further questions please feel free to contact our Bosch Customer Service Representatives at 1-877-BOSCH-99 (1-877-267-2499).
46379
There is a masonry blade included that could probably notch tile but probably wouldn't get too many cuts out of it...are you referring to tile already bonded to a substrate?
51154
Honestly, I don't know. If you prefer a Dremel tool for your project call the Dremel customer service and ask an expert there. I'm sure they can direct to the most appropriate tool and accessory. I had to buy it for cutting very small pieces of porcelain tile.
657877
I've used this tile cutter for glass and ceramic tile. A porcelain tile project is next, and i have absolutely no concerns; I'm certain that it'll work just fine. This, in fact, is the tile cutter that the professional tile installer that put on the time installation seminar at our local Home Depot uses on all of his projects.
553310
I'm assuming you are talking about ceramic or porcelain tiles if so, the the answer is NO! You would have to use a ceramic tile saw or a score and snap saw. The Skil flooring saw could be used to cut laminate floor tiles.