Tile nippers don't close all the way. So is it possible to nip tiles that are thinner than the space between the nipper tips?
313940
It's been awhile since I've used these, but I don't recall them stopping short of the jaws hitting when closed. If they in fact do, then no, you wouldn't be able to break tile that thin with them. My guess is that if you're talking about thin tile, you're talking glass mosaic, in which case you will want to get a pair of scrolling wheel-type "nippers".
313941
Nope. But we used these to cut very small unglazed ceramic tiles (.75"x.75" - not sure how thin, but they were tiny), and it worked like a charm. I have a hard time imagining tiles thinner than the gap on this tool.
313942
I don't think there are tiles less than 1/4" and the nipper's gap is 1/8" when closed.
1906851
The top parts are slightly thicker and taper off to flat thin edge on top (all the way across the top edge). The picture shows that each one has two two slightly raised vertical lines that end about an inch or so before the edges -except for the smallest which does not have these. I found that these very small "ridges" actually add to the efficiency of those spatulas by giving a gentle lift if needed, but they don't interfere with the Spatula edges. I hope this answers your question!
714506
It would depend on the tile but I would say you could trim what you can score. 1/4"-1/2" though I would account for more breakage when planing how much to order. On some tiles you may have to use this to score it and finish it with the tile snip. I used it on glass tile and all of my cuts were in the middle of the tile. I had to hand snap most of the tiles but it was easy after scoring the tile.
1121261
plank tile can b a problem cuz of ridges.and 18x18 diagional. havent had any problems yet. i ve cut alot of big tile with it.
771380
Don't see why not. You can add and remove the 4 brushes from the horizontal bar and lock them in at any spacing interval needed. You can also purchase and add more brushes than the supplied 4 if you need them for tighter spacing. Even with just 4, since the horizontal bar with the brushes doesn't have to be attached to a pole, thinking it would serve quite well holding it in your hand as you scrub the tile wall and that you could get quite a lot of leverage and elbow grease into the job. And you certainly can control that at least one of the brushes gets into the grout with multiple passes. It really did my floor an amazing job, don't see why not equally effective on vertical surface. Good luck! Don't see why not. You can add and remove the 4 brushes from the horizontal bar and lock them in at any spacing interval needed. You can also purchase and add more brushes than the supplied 4 if you need them for tighter spacing. Even with just 4, since the horizontal bar with the brushes doesn't have to be attached to a pole, thinking it would serve quite well holding it in your hand as you scrub the tile wall and that you could get quite a lot of leverage and elbow grease into the job. And you certainly can control that at least one of the brushes gets into the grout with multiple passes.... » Read More Don't see why not. You can add and remove the 4 brushes from the horizontal bar and lock them in at any spacing interval needed. You can also purchase and add more brushes than the supplied 4 if you need them for tighter spacing. Even with just 4, since the horizontal bar with the brushes doesn't have to be attached to a pole, thinking it would serve quite well holding it in your hand as you scrub the tile wall and that you could get quite a lot of leverage and elbow grease into the job. And you certainly can control that at least one of the brushes gets into the grout with multiple passes. It really did my floor an amazing job, don't see why not equally effective on vertical surface. Good luck! « Show Less
1202711
Use a utility knife and go around the edges of the knock out piece you want then use a plier to take it out bending it back and forth. I didn't know how to do it either and had a tile guy show me how to do it. ; ) It works perfectly that way.
1436261
tip is wider ,but has not been an issue . it comes out so fast and with such power [when you pull switch fully] that i fill much smaller gaps then with the cans .real small gaps i use a caulk gun and air seal .
1632189
Not sure how thick the plates were that I cut, but they cut better than anything else I have ever used for glass. I have cut mostly plates, and I'm sure they aren't 3/8" thick. Thats almost 1/2". Pretty thick for nippers. I would think a tile saw might be best for that size.
529980
I've been using it for several months & not had an issue with the open bottom. I guess if you wanted to close it in you could cut a piece of cardboard or some material to fit the opening but I really don't see an issue with it. Handling it with normal use, your fingers shouldn't come any where near the blades but to each his own.
159092
I purchased 2 because I need both just to get around. I had my son shorten both sticks and he informs me that he had to use some ingenuity and strength. Try to break the seal between the rubber tip and the varnish with a small probe being careful not to damage the tip. If all that fails, you can just cut the sticks to the desired length and purchase some new tips. The tips are pretty cheep.
1194080
Try with a Rubi tile cutter, It cost a a few bucks more but it´s a better cutter. 25" tiles are large and QEP many times will break the tiles unproperly
1428724
unable to answer that question, I only used to ceramic tile and works super.
1629230
Since each round end is 4" in diameter, you would have to go bigger than that. I understand the standard tile sizes are 4" or 6"; therefore I would say 6" tiles would work.
43119
tip to end 4- 9/16's inches and just under 1- 1/4 inches at the thickest part
818023
I went to a local tile store and found there is a metal edging you an buy for under $20.00 that you put on the end of the wall and the tiles fit into it. It finishes off the edge of the tiles. The edge is less than half an inch that you see. It works great.
965319
Yes and no. Ok for small tiles. I measured and put lines on tile for my angle cuts. Used to cut 20" tiles, so had to improvise on large angle cuts. Worked good for me.
1964355
B. Felix... it is straightforward, but requires the tools and techniques. Here is the expert advice I used to attach my magnetic bamboo knife strip through my tile. Enjoy! http://homeguides.sfgate.com/put screws-ceramic-tile-23660.html